Microbiology Researcher

Candidates are required to:

• Demonstrate postdoctoral experience and a substantial record of scientific achievement in the above-mentioned topics.
• Possess experience in writing and publishing academic articles.
• Have a high proficiency in English.

The positions are at the rank of Senior Lecturer.

The Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research (ZIWR) is a vibrant young research institute within the Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev’s Sde Boker Campus, Israel.

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The Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research (ZIWR), part of the Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, is a leading center for interdisciplinary water research. Located at the Sde Boker Campus, which is in Midreshet Ben Gurion Village.

ZIWR integrates hydrology, microbiology, chemistry, geology, soil science, and engineering to address water challenges and develop sustainable solutions. Founded in 2002, the Institute focuses on water resources in drylands such as the Negev Desert, while maintaining global relevance through extensive international collaborations. Offering M.Sc., Ph.D., and Postdoctoral programs, ZIWR fosters a vibrant, diverse academic community where students and researchers engage in innovative research with practical applications. Graduates play key roles across academia, industry, policy-making, and water technology sectors worldwide.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Microbiology Researcher located at the Sde Boker Campus in Midreshet Ben-Gurion. The researcher will conduct laboratory experiments in microbiology, design and execute research studies, and analyze data to further the understanding of water quality and microbial processes. They will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, contribute to scientific publications, and participate in ongoing research initiatives aimed at addressing critical water challenges in arid regions.