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The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL), Switzerland , is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Optical and Microwave Remote Sensing of Forest Water Dynamics. The successful candidate will join the Remote Sensing Group within the Land Change Science Research Unit and contribute to the HydraSense research project. The project focuses on developing advanced remote sensing approaches to monitor tree water dynamics and identify critical thresholds associated with drought-induced forest mortality. It combines optical and microwave observations with field measurements and tree hydraulic research to improve the monitoring of forest responses to climate-related drought. The position is expected to begin in February 2027 or by agreement . It is offered at an employment level of 80–100% for an initial period of two years, with the possibility of extension. Researchers with a PhD in remote sensing, geophysics, electrical engineering, env...

KU Leuven in Belgium is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in Rhizosphere Biogeochemistry , focusing on soil genesis, root exudation, free-living nitrogen-fixing microorganisms, and molybdenum availability. The successful candidate will investigate how interactions among plants, soil, water, and microorganisms influence nitrogen fixation in terrestrial ecosystems. The position is based in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Division of Soil and Water Management, within the SPIRAL lab led by Professor Jean-Thomas Cornelis. The appointment is full-time and offers an initial one-year PhD scholarship, renewable for another three years. Candidates with a background in soil science, biogeochemistry, environmental sciences, bioscience engineering, biology, chemistry, or a related discipline are encouraged to apply. PhD Position Overview Category           Details Position Title           PhD Position...

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Yeast Synthetic Biology within its Division of Systems and Synthetic Biology. This opportunity is ideal for researchers with a background in biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related fields who want to apply genetic engineering and synthetic biology to sustainable food production and advanced biomaterials. The research project focuses on engineering yeast strains that function efficiently within synthetic microbial communities. Potential applications include producing tailored food oils using sugars supplied by cyanobacteria and developing engineered living materials, such as 3D-printed tissues made from defined microbial communities. The successful candidate will work in an interdisciplinary and international research environment, using modern synthetic biology techniques to improve microbial interactions and production performance. The position is a two...

The University of Helsinki, Finland , is inviting applications for three tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor positions through the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE). This international academic recruitment call welcomes talented researchers from across the life sciences who are ready to establish or further develop independent research programs. The positions offer opportunities to work in a multidisciplinary research environment with access to established life science institutes, research infrastructure, and collaborating faculties. Successful candidates will be expected to pursue scientific excellence, attract external research funding, and contribute to the development of life science research, innovation, and higher education. The positions are expected to begin in 2027 at the earliest. Initial appointments will last three to five years, with the possibility of promotion and tenure following a successful evaluation. Application deadline: November 16, ...