A DST-funded PhD project (2019 – 2021: R120,000 per annum, untaxed) is available in the University of Pretoria Centre for Microbial Ecology and Genomics, under the supervision of Prof Don Cowan. The successful applicant will ideally register at the University of Pretoria in January 2019.
This project is part of a collaborative research program with CSIR and the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. Further information can be obtained from This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Students with a good MSc degree (60% minimum) in an
appropriate field of biological sciences are encouraged to send their CVs, academic transcripts and a letter of interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The submission deadline for expressions of interest is 30 November 2018. Research experience in bioinformatics and protein chemistry/enzymology will be an advantage. Preference will be given to South African citizens, particularly from designated equity groups.