Study of microbial communities in environmental matrices

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Basilicata
Posted on: 13/04/2026 Deadline: 15/05/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

05/BIOS-15 - Microbiology

Description

This research program is part of the LucAS (Lucania Ambiente Salute) project, which aims to continuously and accurately monitor environmental matrices (air, water, soil) and rigorously assess ecosystems and the health of resident populations. Studying the taxonomic diversity of microbial communities in potentially polluted ecosystems will allow us to correlate microbial composition and dynamics with pollution factors and identify microbial groups to use as biotargets to determine ecosystem quality. Analyzing the metabolic function of the microbiota, correlated with taxonomic studies, will allow us to evaluate metabolic pathways linked to potential pollutants, observe the ability of microbial communities to utilize different substrates, and identify changes in metabolic activity in response to environmental factors.

Compensation

22,500 Euro

Job posting website

https://unibas.patisweb.it/page/5/bandi-di-concorso.html

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Università degli Studi della Basilicata

How to apply

Other

Selection process

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Evaluation of qualifications.Interview on:a) discussion on submitted qualifications and publicationsb) assessment of skills and knowledge in the field of:- taxonomic diversity of microorganismsThe interview will be held in Italian Admission requirements:- Master’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained no more than six years ago on the deadline date of the call for applications- A CV suitable for supporting the research activities relevant to the position.Other relevant qualifications - Master's degree or equivalent qualification in Scienze e Tecnologie Alimentari (LM-70), obtained no more than six years ago on the deadline date of the call for applications- any other qualifications: master’s degrees, advanced training courses etc., and the relevant scientific field, laboratory experience, project participation, specialized skills in microbiology, conference participation, etc.)- Thesis and scientific publications in the field of microbiology.English language.Foreign candidates must have adequate knowledge of Italian language

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