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Ville-Petri Friman

9 months ago

Postdoctoral Researcher in Plant Growth-Promoting Bacteriophages (Microbiology) University of Helsinki in Finland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Microbiology

Funding

This is a fully funded four-year postdoctoral position at the University of Helsinki. The position includes salary and benefits as per university regulations. No specific stipend amount or tuition coverage is mentioned.

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Expired

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Finland

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University of Helsinki

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Keywords

Microbiology
Biology
Bacteriophage
Plant Growth
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About this position

The University of Helsinki is offering a four-year postdoctoral researcher position in the field of microbiology, focusing on the discovery of the benefits of plant growth-promoting bacteriophages. The successful candidate will join the research group led by Professor Ville-Petri Friman, an expert in microbiology at the University of Helsinki, Finland.

The research will center on plant-microbe interactions, specifically investigating how bacteriophages can promote plant growth. Essential skills for this position include metaviromics and metagenomics, which are crucial for analyzing viral communities and their roles in plant health. The project aims to advance our understanding of microbial ecology and the application of bacteriophages in agriculture and plant sciences.

This is a fully funded postdoctoral position, offering a competitive salary and benefits according to the University of Helsinki's regulations. The appointment is for four years, providing ample opportunity for in-depth research and professional development in a leading European research environment.

Applicants should hold a PhD in microbiology or a closely related discipline and demonstrate expertise in metaviromics and metagenomics. Experience with plant-microbe interactions and bacteriophage research is highly desirable. Strong analytical and communication skills are required. The application deadline is February 2, 2026.

To apply, candidates should visit the University of Helsinki job portal and submit their application materials as outlined in the official job posting. For more information, refer to the provided links or contact Professor Ville-Petri Friman via his academic or LinkedIn profile.

Funding details

This is a fully funded four-year postdoctoral position at the University of Helsinki. The position includes salary and benefits as per university regulations. No specific stipend amount or tuition coverage is mentioned.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD in microbiology or a closely related field. Essential skills include expertise in metaviromics and metagenomics. Experience with plant-microbe interactions and bacteriophage research is highly desirable. Strong analytical and communication skills are required. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned.

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Professor in Microbiology

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Finland

Research Interests

Microbiology

Soil Science

Plant-microbe Interaction

Environmental Microbiology

Microbial Biology