DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY & FOOD SCIENCE, FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES, DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
About the Recruitment
- Application Mode: Online
- Closing date for applications: 01/07/2024
- Duration of Tenure: Three years (renewable based on annual performance reviews)
The Enzyme Technology Research Group at the Department of Biotechnology & Food Science stands out for its ongoing pursuit of groundbreaking biotechnological advancements, reflected in its impressive publication record, external funding, national and international. collaborations and postgraduate capacity development (Masters, PhD & Post-doctoral levels). Comprising a blend of established (NRF-rated) and emerging researchers, this team focuses. on enzymology, protein engineering, biocatalysis, biofuels, and bioactive products research, all with significant economic promise.
Applications from suitable candidates are invited for a Post-doctoral Fellowship to join this vibrant team for a project on: “Multiomics-based bioprospecting for microbial metabolites with industrial potential”.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Candidates are expected to have good organisational skills and the ability to work on a tight schedule;
- be able to work independently and collaboratively;
- ability to support multiple research projects simultaneously in a fast-paced academic environment;
- strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders;
- ability to generate new/novel research ideas and produce innovative research and the ability to write proposals for external funding.
REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or equivalent
- Obtained a PhD within the last five years
- Demonstrated experience in any of the OMICS techniques
- Good publication track record in peer-reviewed ISI journals. Ability to think analytically and creatively
- Excellent writing and presentation skills
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in Bioprocessing
- Cloning and Expression
- Proteins/peptides purification and characterisation
- Knowledge in bioinformatics
- Hands-on experience handling high-end analytical equipment
- Use of advanced statistical tools
How to Apply
Submit your comprehensive CV, academic transcripts and copy of your ID/Passport to Prof. Santhosh Pillai at santhoshk@dut.ac.za