PhD Studentship: Investigating the Influence of the Gut Microbiome on Host Metabolism

The gut microbiome’s role in various chronic diseases is well recognized, with diet as a key influencer. It’s intricately linked to host metabolism and internal communication. However, much remains to be understood about the complex interplay between hosts and microbes.

An exciting opportunity for a PhD candidate has emerged in a dynamic, multidisciplinary research program that explores the impact of diet and microbial changes on host metabolism. The project includes strain-specific and in vitro metabolism studies, characterizing gut microbial and metabolomic profiles through human intervention studies and analyses. Computational modeling will be used to delve into the potential and actual effects of the human gut microbiome on host metabolism. This project sits at the intersection of human metabolism, microbes, and health determination, offering a chance to obtain critical new insights. These findings will be pivotal in shaping a broader initiative focused on leveraging nutritional and microbiome strategies for chronic disease prevention.

PhD Studentship (4 years Duration)

Closing Date for Applications: 21st August 2023
School & Centre: School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and School of Microbiology and APC Microbiome Ireland
College: College of Science, Engineering and Food Science

Job Type: Research PhD Studentship
Unique ID: SFI Microbe Restore PhD Studentship -metabolism

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit:

1. A covering letter detailing their interest and reasons for applying for this position
2. A CV (including the name and contact details of 2 referees). If applicable, include details of publications and conference presentations.
3. A summary of any relevant research experience to date

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Submit the above documents to Victoria McMahon, vmcmahon@ucc.ie, by the closing date of 21st August 2023. Please include ‘PhD Studentship – Microbe Restore – Metabolism’ in the subject line of your application.

For a detailed description of the role and responsibilities, refer to this link.