3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from University of Bologna (Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna)Associate Professor at University of Bologna We're hiring a PhD student!Project: Effects of recurrent drought events on soil microbial communitiesUniversity of Bologna | ERC-funded | PhD in Ecology / Microbial EcologyApply your passion for microbes, ecosystems & climate resilience!About the ProjectJoin the ERC-funded EcoMEMO project exploring how repeated droughts shape soil microbial communities, their traits, and ecosystem functions. The work combines field experiments, molecular biology, stable isotope tracing, and microbial trait analyses to uncover microbial resilience under climate extremes.Main Responsibilities
* Conduct soil and plant sampling in field experiments
* Analyze microbial communities (amplicon sequencing, PLFA, enzyme assays)
* Investigate microbial traits and C/N cycling under drought
* Collaborate in data analysis and publication writing
RequirementsMSc in Ecology, Microbial Ecology, Environmental Sciences or relatedExperience with molecular or microbial lab work or soil biogeochemistryStrong interest in soil-plant-microbe interactionsGood teamwork and communication skills (English)International applicants welcomeMore info & how to apply: https://www.unibo.it/en/study/phd-professional-masters-specialisation-schools-and-other-programmes/phd/2025-2026/earth-life-and-environmental-sciencesLet's uncover the hidden life beneath our feet—and how it responds to a changing climate.#PhDposition #Ecology #MicrobialEcology #SoilScience #ERC #ClimateChangeResearch #AcademicJobsSeniority level Seniority level InternshipEmployment type Employment type Full-timeJob function Job function Education and TrainingIndustries Higher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Bologna (Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna) by 2xGet notified about new Doctoral Student jobs in Greater Bologna Metropolitan Area .Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 3 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 weeks agoSTAGE - OPERAI METALMECCANICI | FUNO DI ARGELATO Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 4 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 3 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 3 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 months agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 1 month agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 4 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 weeks agoZola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 1 month agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 months agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 13 hours agoCastenaso, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 weeks agoGreater Bologna Metropolitan Area 1 week agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 20 hours agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 18 hours agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 days agoCastenaso, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 4 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 3 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 3 weeks agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 4 hours agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 4 months agoCastel Maggiore, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2 hours agoBologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 6 days agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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