The Faculty of Science at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Marine Microbial Ecology. This position is a perfect opportunity for early-career researchers looking to combine cutting-edge ecological research with structured academic teaching in a data-driven environment.
This interdisciplinary role is situated within the Department of Freshwater and Marine Ecology (FAME) and offers an excellent balance of independent research, collaborative science, and teaching experience, paving the way for a successful academic career in microbial ecology and bioinformatics.
Key Position Details
- Vacancy ID: 14702
- Institution: University of Amsterdam (UvA), Netherlands
- Salary: €3,546 to €5,538 gross per month
- Contract Duration: 12 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months
- Workload: 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
- Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Preferred Start Date: June 2026
Scientific Context & Research Focus
Microbial communities form the foundation of aquatic ecosystems. They drive critical nutrient cycles, maintain biodiversity, and sustain overall ecosystem stability. With the expansion of high-throughput omics technologies (genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics), researchers can now interrogate these complex communities at an unprecedented system-wide resolution.
This postdoctoral fellowship integrates:
- Marine and freshwater microbial ecology
- Bioinformatics and computational systems biology
- Ecosystem-level systems analysis
Role and Responsibilities
1. Ecological Research (70% Workload)
The successful candidate will lead independent research projects in microbial ecology, collaborate with scientists within the FAME department, publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and actively apply for external funding to build a long-term research profile.
2. Bioinformatics Teaching (30% Workload)
You will contribute to the Big Biomedical Data Analysis (BBDA) Master’s programme by co-coordinating bioinformatics teaching, delivering modules in genomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics, and supervising MSc student research projects.
Candidate Qualifications
- A PhD in microbial ecology, bioinformatics, computational biology, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing high-throughput omics data.
- A strong commitment to higher education and mentoring graduate students.
- Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application before the deadline on April 30, 2026. Applications should be submitted online through the official UvA vacancy portal.
For full details and to submit your application, please visit the official job listing: Official UvA Application Portal.