PhD scholarship in Microbial inoculants for agriculture - DTU Bioengineering

Job description

If you are excited about microbial ecology, plant microbiome interactions, and want to make a real impact on sustainable agriculture, this PhD project offers an exceptional opportunity. You will join the ambitious Lab2Field project, where we investigate why promising microbial bioinoculants often fail in the field, and how to fix it. This position is tailored for highly motivated candidates who thrive at the interface of microbiology, bioinformatics, soil ecology, plant biology and agroecology. We study the ecological and evolutionary principles that govern the establishment, persistence, and performance of multi‑strain microbial inoculants in real farming systems. You will contribute to fundamental knowledge that directly supports next generation plant biologicals to be more robust, climate‑resilient, and effective under diverse field conditions. The PhD project is part of the Lab2Field consortium led by Dr. Tanvi Taparia. Responsibilities and qualifications: As PhD candidate, you will investigate the biological constraints that shape how microbial consortia interact with the plant host, the resident soil microbiome, land management factors and the abiotic environment. This PhD wi...