Post-doc Fellowship – Microbiology & Molecular Biology

iBET,has an open position for a Postdoctoral fellowship in the field of Molecular Biology available within the project Tec4Green, Project P-1064 financed by fundos IPAMEI – PRR (Plano de Recuperação e Resiliência), “Agendas/Alianças Mobilizadoras para Reindustrialização

• Academic degree – Doctorate in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or similars, obtained within the last 3 years.
• Solid knowledge in conventional microbiology – In-depth understanding of bacterial growth and resistance mechanisms, with hands-on experience handling various bacterial species under sterile conditions.
• Advanced proficiency in molecular biology techniques – Proven experience in genetic manipulation of bacteria, including the creation of mutants in recalcitrant strains, as well as expertise in methods such as transformation and conjugation. Demonstrated ability to design, construct, and utilize plasmids for gene expression and functional studies in bacteria, including troubleshooting and optimization of cloning strategies.
• Evidence of scientific autonomy and collaborative spirit – Ability to independently plan and execute experiments, critically analyse data, contribute to the writing and execution of scientific projects, and effectively collaborate within a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic laboratory environment.
• Practical experience in genomics techniques will be valued – Including next-generation sequencing, bioinformatic data processing, use of R, among others.

The research will be part of the WP 3 of the project, namely in what concerns the physiological characterization of bacteria with antimicrobial activities.

The fellowship will have a duration of 4,5 months, eventually renewed until the end of project, without prejudice of the maximum limits foreseen by law. The expected starting date is 9 of February of 2026.

Apply now with your detailed CV, motivation letter, and diploma certificates to jobs@ibet.pt, referring to the job reference in the subject of the email “Tec4Green_2026 ”.