At the Cellular Agriculture and Alternative Proteins Lab, we develop computational metabolic models that simulate cellular metabolic processes.
These models help us identify strategies for producing sustainable and healthier food products.
- We complement our computational work with experimental tools from microbiology to test and validate our models and engineered microbial cells.
We are looking for a highly motivated M.Sc. student with a background in one or more of the following fields:
• Life Sciences
• Chemistry
• Biotechnology
• Computer Science
• Or related disciplines - Throughout the research, the student will gain hands-on experience and deepen their understanding in the following areas:
- • Computational Biology and Bioinformatics : Building and analyzing metabolic models, Working with multi-omics data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics).
- • Programming and Data Analysis: Main programming language will be Python, Possible use of MATLAB Version control and collaboration using GitHub.
- • Microbiology: Optional lab work to test computational predictions in vivo, Exposure to microbial culturing and molecular biology techniques.
- This interdisciplinary project offers a unique opportunity to combine computational modeling with experimental microbiology, contributing to the development of sustainable food technologies.
Previous experience in programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R) is an advantage but not mandatory. - If you’re passionate about combining computational biology and experimental microbiology to shape the future of food, we invite you to contact the lab and learn more.
Qualified candidates should send their CV to Dr. Marina de Leeuw via Email: deleeuw@volcani.agri.gov.il
