7 Metagenomics Jobs

This position is no longer available. University: Polish Academy of Sciences Country: Poland Deadline: Not specified Fields: Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Nutrition Science The Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology at the Polish Academy of Sciences, under the supervision of Prof. Atanas G. Atanasov and Dr. Michel-Edwar Mickael, invites applications for a funded PhD student position to investigate the therapeutic potential of functional food supplementation in modulating gut microbiota and immune responses in the context of diabetes. The position is available from 1st September 2025 for a period of three years. Project Overview – Study the impact of functional food supplementation on gut microbiota composition, focusing on beneficial species such as Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and Bifidobacterium. – Assess the Th17/Treg balance and systemic inflammation in diabetic mouse models. – Evaluate liver function and metabolism following functional food intake via NRF2 pathways. – Employ metagenomics, immunophenotyping, animal models, and molecular biology techniques with translational relevance to metabolic and liver-related complications in diabetes. Key Responsibilities – Conduct in vivo and in vitro experiments, including dietary interventions in diabetic mice. – Perform metagenomic sequencing and microbiota data analysis. – Assess immune responses using flow cytometry and molecular profiling. – Analyze liver histology and metabolic function parameters. – Collaborate with internal and external project partners and contribute to scientific publications and presentations. Requirements – Strong background in immunology, microbiology, or molecular biology. – Experience with laboratory mice, including handling, injections, and tissue collection. – Familiarity with flow cytometry, qPCR, or RNA sequencing is an advantage. – Interest in gut microbiota research and host–microbe interactions. – Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken). We Offer – A collaborative international research environment at a well-established institute near Warsaw, Poland. – Training in advanced microbiota and immune profiling methods. – Full-time funded position for three years with the possibility of extension. – Highly affordable accommodation provided by the institution. – Support for attending international conferences and workshops. Also See Fully Funded PhD Position in Cellular Mechanisms of RNA Localization in the Drosophila Brain… Industrial PhD Fellowship in Swine Nutrition & Metabolism Research Assistant Position in Human Stem Cell Biology and Neuroscience at Palo Alto… Fully Funded PhD Positions in Climate Disruptions and Food Systems Resilience Fully Funded PhD Opportunities at the University of Ferrara, Italy – 41st Cycle (2025/2026) Application Procedure Applicants should send the following documents in a single PDF file: – Cover letter outlining motivation and research interests. – CV with contact details of two referees (referee recommendation may be attached to the CV). – Copy of MSc certificate. Applications should be sent to Dr. Michel Edwar Mickael at m.mickael@igbzpan.pl. Get the latest openings in your field and preferred country—straight to your email inbox. Sign up now for 14 days free: https://phdfinder.com/register

The University of Hong Kong Apply now Ref.: 532687 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Hong Kong Applications are invited for appointments as Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) in the Division of Public Health Laboratory Sciences, School of Public Health (Ref.: 532687), to commence as soon as possible, on a one- to three-year temporary contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a PhD degree in Biology or related disciplines, preferably with experience in virology research. They should have solid knowledge of chemistry and biology, and an excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Experience in bioinformatic data analysis including microbiome, virome and environmental metagenomics would be preferred. They should be logical, detail-oriented and self-motivated. Preference will be given to those with experience in virus transmission. The appointees will lead a research team to conduct data analysis for different types of data, including genomic/metagenomic sequencing data, ecological surveillance data, as well as development of analysis pipeline. Working off-campus, outside office hours and on weekends may also be required. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Mr. Eric Yip at yiperic@hku.hk. Information about the School can be obtained at https://sph.hku.hk/. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, together with a cover letter and a list of relevant research publications. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 18, 2025 , or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. Advertised: Jul 19, 2025 (HK Time) Applications close: Oct 18, 2025 (HK Time) Back to search results Apply now Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App

Company Description Nalgen Bio is a prominent Genomics & Proteomics Service provider company based in East India. Offering end-to-end research solutions to the life science community, we specialize in genomics services like whole genome sequencing, RNA Sequencing, Exome Sequencing, and Metagenomics Sequencing with bioinformatics analysis. Additionally, we supply instruments, molecular biology products, Oligosynthesis, and lab consumables, catering to the research needs of the life science and biotech sectors. Role Description This is a full-time Area Sales Manager role located in Kolkata. The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth through managing and expanding the customer base, developing sales strategies, meeting sales targets, and building strong customer relationships. The role involves frequent travel within the assigned area and collaborating with the sales team to achieve overall business objectives. Qualifications Proven experience in sales, preferably in the life science or biotech industry Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies Experience in managing and expanding customer accounts Knowledge of genomics and proteomics products and services is a plus Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

The University of Hong Kong Apply now Ref.: 532207 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Research Staff Hong Kong Research Assistant I/II (several posts) in the Division of Public Health Laboratory Sciences of the School of Public Health (Ref.: 532207) (to commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary term or two-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance). Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Computer Sciences, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, or related disciplines. They should have good computer knowledge and IT skills including proficient usage of Python, R and Unix system, and a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Mandarin). Experience in bioinformatic data analysis including microbiome, virome and environmental metagenomics would be preferred. The appointees will join a multidisciplinary research team to conduct data analysis for different types of data, including genomic/ metagenomic sequencing data, ecological surveillance data, as well as development of analysis pipeline. They are expected to work in a team, with self-motivation, a strong sense of responsibility, and willingness to learn new techniques on a need basis. Working off-campus and outside office hours/on weekends may be occasionally required. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Mr Eric Yip at yiperic@hku.hk. Information about the School can be obtained at https://sph.hku.hk/. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 530834) need not re-apply. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, together with a cover letter and a list of relevant research publications. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 28, 2025 , or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. Advertised: May 29, 2025 (HK Time) Applications close: Aug 28, 2025 (HK Time) Back to search results Apply now Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Show more Show less

Overview: Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people. In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by USAID, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, David & Lucile Packard Foundation, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers and other anonymous donors Jhpiego intends to respond to the urgency and magnitude of the second wave of COVID-19 in India while identifying areas and modalities of implementation aligning it to the country and state’s response to the surge. Jhpiego is hiring for the position of National Program Officer – Laboratory Systems based at New Delhi for its RISE project. The position will work closely with the India country office and state office teams for strengthening of lab capacity. The position will report to the Associate Director. Responsibilities: Lead national-level planning, budgeting, and project management for laboratory systems strengthening under the RISE project. Develop—and continuously refine—national strategies and roadmaps for laboratory capacity enhancement, aligning with government priorities. Serve as the principal liaison for laboratory systems between Jhpiego, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, state health departments, and other stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment of objectives. Implement comprehensive gap assessments of laboratory infrastructure, workflows, biosafety, and biosecurity systems; drive targeted improvements through infrastructure upgrades, equipment deployment, and optimized SOPs. Champion the introduction and scale-up of advanced diagnostic modalities, including metagenomic (NGS) and other molecular techniques, to enhance pathogen identification and genomic surveillance. Establish a rigorous quality management system—encompassing proficiency testing, audits, and corrective action plans—to sustain high standards in diagnostic accuracy and biosafety compliance. Design and lead national-level training programs for laboratory personnel on pathogen-specific diagnostics, data management, biosafety, and laboratory leadership skills. Mentor state-level laboratory teams and focal points, building their capacity to manage laboratories independently and to train others. Document and disseminate best practices, guidelines, and policy briefs on laboratory strengthening, facilitating knowledge exchange among government partners and technical stakeholders. Architect and oversee the roll-out of a robust national laboratory network, including sample referral pathways and electronic data management platforms that support real-time reporting and analysis. Collaborate with digital health teams to optimize laboratory information management systems (LIMS) integration with national health surveillance databases. Analyze laboratory performance metrics and surveillance data to inform strategic decision-making and to produce high-quality reports for donors and government counterparts. Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with international agencies, NGOs, academic institutions, and private sector stakeholders to leverage resources and technical expertise. Represent Jhpiego at national and international forums, advocating for investments in laboratory systems and shaping policy dialogues around diagnostic preparedness. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, contributing to proposal development and budget design. Required Qualifications: Abilities/Skills: Familiarity with Biosafety norms, Quality management systems and laboratory information management systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with government agencies, international organizations, and NGOs. Ability to analyse data and produce documents and reports of professional quality and coordinate activities independently. Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi required. Computer skills demonstrating competency in MS Office Suite Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team. Ability to develop productive working relationships with other team members, agencies, stakeholders and other organizations. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to travel up to 30% of the time. Qualifications/Knowledge and Experience: MD/PhD in microbiology/pathology. At least 7 years’ experience in implementing Lab programs Experience in HIV/TB/PM ABHIM is desirable Experience with next-generation sequencing/metagenomics applications in pathogen surveillance is desirable. Experience in capacity building e.g. developing content, planning, and facilitating training and providing technical assistance. Familiarity with the Indian public health system, newer initiatives in health sector and relevant government policies/ strategies particularly National Health Mission, and Ayushman Bharat. Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment. Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Women candidates are encouraged to apply. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR. RECRUITMENT SCAMS & FRAUD WARNING Jhpiego has become aware of scams involving false job offers. Please be advised: Recruiters will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process. All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page. Official Jhpiego emails will always arrive from a @Jhpiego.org email address. Please report any suspicious communications to Info@jhpiego.org

Overview: Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people. In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by USAID, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, David & Lucile Packard Foundation, Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), MSD for Mothers and other anonymous donors Jhpiego intends to respond to the urgency and magnitude of the second wave of COVID-19 in India while identifying areas and modalities of implementation aligning it to the country and state’s response to the surge. Jhpiego is hiring for the position of National Program Officer – Laboratory Systems based at New Delhi for its RISE project. The position will work closely with the India country office and state office teams for strengthening of lab capacity. The position will report to the Associate Director. Responsibilities: Lead national-level planning, budgeting, and project management for laboratory systems strengthening under the RISE project. Develop—and continuously refine—national strategies and roadmaps for laboratory capacity enhancement, aligning with government priorities. Serve as the principal liaison for laboratory systems between Jhpiego, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, state health departments, and other stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment of objectives. Implement comprehensive gap assessments of laboratory infrastructure, workflows, biosafety, and biosecurity systems; drive targeted improvements through infrastructure upgrades, equipment deployment, and optimized SOPs. Champion the introduction and scale-up of advanced diagnostic modalities, including metagenomic (NGS) and other molecular techniques, to enhance pathogen identification and genomic surveillance. Establish a rigorous quality management system—encompassing proficiency testing, audits, and corrective action plans—to sustain high standards in diagnostic accuracy and biosafety compliance. Design and lead national-level training programs for laboratory personnel on pathogen-specific diagnostics, data management, biosafety, and laboratory leadership skills. Mentor state-level laboratory teams and focal points, building their capacity to manage laboratories independently and to train others. Document and disseminate best practices, guidelines, and policy briefs on laboratory strengthening, facilitating knowledge exchange among government partners and technical stakeholders. Architect and oversee the roll-out of a robust national laboratory network, including sample referral pathways and electronic data management platforms that support real-time reporting and analysis. Collaborate with digital health teams to optimize laboratory information management systems (LIMS) integration with national health surveillance databases. Analyze laboratory performance metrics and surveillance data to inform strategic decision-making and to produce high-quality reports for donors and government counterparts. Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with international agencies, NGOs, academic institutions, and private sector stakeholders to leverage resources and technical expertise. Represent Jhpiego at national and international forums, advocating for investments in laboratory systems and shaping policy dialogues around diagnostic preparedness. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, contributing to proposal development and budget design. Required Qualifications: Abilities/Skills: Familiarity with Biosafety norms, Quality management systems and laboratory information management systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with government agencies, international organizations, and NGOs. Ability to analyse data and produce documents and reports of professional quality and coordinate activities independently. Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi required. Computer skills demonstrating competency in MS Office Suite Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team. Ability to develop productive working relationships with other team members, agencies, stakeholders and other organizations. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to travel up to 30% of the time. Qualifications/Knowledge and Experience: MD/PhD in microbiology/pathology. At least 7 years’ experience in implementing Lab programs Experience in HIV/TB/PM ABHIM is desirable Experience with next-generation sequencing/metagenomics applications in pathogen surveillance is desirable. Experience in capacity building e.g. developing content, planning, and facilitating training and providing technical assistance. Familiarity with the Indian public health system, newer initiatives in health sector and relevant government policies/ strategies particularly National Health Mission, and Ayushman Bharat. Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment. Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Women candidates are encouraged to apply. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR. RECRUITMENT SCAMS & FRAUD WARNING Jhpiego has become aware of scams involving false job offers. Please be advised: Recruiters will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process. All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page. Official Jhpiego emails will always arrive from a @Jhpiego.org email address. Please report any suspicious communications to Info@jhpiego.org

Analyzing genetics, epigenetics, metagenomics, and metabolomics data from high-throughput multiplex assays using advanced computational techniques. Integrating various datasets to address specific biological questions. Designing and developing pipelines for statistical genetics programs encompassing basic and translational research. Writing manuscripts and contributing to various research studies. Managing project deliveries, responding to customer queries, and handling custom requirements. Basic understanding of molecular biology and genomics. Hands-on experience in NGS data analysis (RNA-seq, Exome-seq, ChIP-seq, and downstream analysis). Expertise in programming with Perl/Python. Experience in bioinformatics pipeline design and development. Familiarity with statistical programming (R/Bioconductor/Matlab). Knowledge in WGS, GWAS, and population genomics (preferred). Experience handling big data and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to collaborate with clinical research scientists for project requirements. Capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Skills : - Bioinformatics,genomics Genetics Analysis Epigenetics Metagenomics Metabolomics High-throughput Data Multiplex Assays Computational Techniques Data Integration Biological Data Analysis Statistical Genetics Pipeline Development Translational Research Manuscript Writing Research Contributions Project Management Customer Queries Custom Requirements Bioinformatics Software Genetic Data Processing Data-driven Research Location : - Madhapur, Telangana