Job Description

Dimethylsulfoniopropionate (DMSP) is one of Earth’s most abundant organosulfur molecules and Ulva seaweeds, which cause green tides, are prolific DMSP producers. This project will use multidisciplinary techniques to explore how and why Ulva makes and degrades DMSP and to study its interactions with associated bacteria that utilise the DMSP Ulva produces.

Methodology

• Oceanographic sampling and laboratory cultivation of Ulva lactuca at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
• Analytical techniques: chromatography and mass spectroscopy
• Molecular ecology: DNA-stable isotope probing, metagenomics
• Culture-dependent molecular microbiology

Training

You will receive exceptional training at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and University of East Anglia in molecular ecology and microbiology, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry, coastal marine fieldwork, and writing high impact publications.

Person Specification

• Committed, pro-active, self-reliant candidate
• Experience in some key components including chemistry desirable
• Acceptable first degree subjects: Biological, Environmental, Chemical, Marine or Atmospheric Science

Funding Notes

This project has been shortlisted for funding by the ARIES NERC DTP. Successful candidates who meet UKRI’s eligibility criteria will be awarded a NERC studentship covering fees, stipend (£17,668 p.a. for 2022/23) and research funding. International applicants are eligible for fully-funded ARIES studentships including fees.

How to Apply

Read more and apply on the ARIES website: ARIES Studentship Page