Research Fellow - Soil Molecular Microbiologist
Core
Conduct interdisciplinary research on soil and environmental biodiversity, functionality, and ecosystem health using molecular microbiology, biogeochemistry, spectral technology, and AI-aided modelling to develop practical soil health matrices for externally funded projects.
Role type
Research Fellow (Academic profile 90% research, 10% service)
Builds
Mathematical models and spectra-based technology to predict key soil biogeochemical properties; high-quality peer-reviewed research outputs.
Domain
Environmental Science / Soil Science / Molecular Microbiology / Biogeochemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | research
Required skills
Molecular microbiology technologies, bioinformatics, DNA sequence data analysis, mathematical modelling, spectral technology, grant application writing, student supervision
Preferred skills
Experience in soil biological functionality, biodiversity, and ecosystem resilience; track record in high-impact journal publications
Technologies
AI-aided modelling, spectral technology, bioinformatics tools
Responsibilities
Develop and apply mathematical models and spectra-based technology to predict soil biogeochemical properties; publish high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals; supervise and mentor research students; collaborate across disciplines and engage with external stakeholders
Seniority
Mid-Senior, independent researcher with student supervision duties