POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
Institute for Microbial Biotechnology and Metagenomics
Department of Biotechnology
FACULTY OF NATURAL SCIENCES
The Institute for Microbial Biotechnology and Metagenomics (IMBM) is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Fellow for a high-impact funded by the NRF SARChI Research Chair in Microbial Genomics and the EU H2020 BlueRemediomics program.
RESEARCH PROJECT: OMICS-Guided Discovery of Novel Antimicrobial Peptides from Marine Invertebrate Symbionts
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and conduct innovative research on peptide discovery employing complimentary bioactivity- and genome-guided approaches
- Author/co-author yearly high-quality publication outputs in international journals or book chapters
- Co-supervise postgraduate students
- Initiate projects and apply for competitive funding
- Preset research at national and international conferences
- Contribute to academic and intellectual leadership within the IMBM
ELIGIBILITY:
- A PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry or a related discipline, that was awarded within the past 5 years
- Demonstrated experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques. Experience in genetic engineering, enzymology, microbial genomics, and HPLC / LC/GC-MS will be added advantages
- South African citizenship or permanent residence
- Not have held NRF postdoctoral funding previously
THE OFFER
- Value: R320 000 per annum, (tax free)
- Support: R50 000 in additional research expenses
- Duration: 1 year, renewable up to 3 years based on performance and funding availability
- Start Date: Immediately, but not later than 1 April 2026
- Closing Date: 6 February 2026
APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Email the following to Prof Marla Trindade This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.: CV, university transcripts, ID and motivation letter outlining relevant expertise and experience. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
