Global Opportunities in Bacterial Pathogen Research

2 months ago


Southport, Australia Griffith University Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our research team at Griffith University. The successful applicant will contribute to an innovative discovery-driven research project focused on understanding the diversity and evolution of capsular polysaccharides produced by the multidrug resistant bacterial pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii. The project is supported by an Australian Research Council (ARC) funded Future Fellowship.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Associate Professor Johanna Kenyon and apply skills in molecular microbiology, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics techniques. The knowledge generated from this project will contribute to high-quality publications and enhance our understanding of this important pathogen.

The PhD project will be performed in state-of-the-art facilities at Griffith University Gold Coast campus. To be successful in this role, you must be able to develop technical laboratory and methodology skills, data analysis, and scientific writing.

Expressions of interest are welcome from domestic and international applicants.



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