Research Associate – Fixed Term: Michigan State University is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Research Associate in the College of Natural Science. The selected candidate will work on advanced metabolic flux analysis, physiological, and biochemical approaches to investigate the metabolism of plants during growth-defense trade-offs. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with the labs of Berkley Walker and Gregg Howe, utilizing innovative isotope labeling approaches and gas exchange instruments. The initial appointment is for one year, starting on March 1st, with the possibility of extensions.
Designation: Research Associate – Fixed Term
Research Area: Metabolic flux analysis, plant-insect interactions, growth-defense trade-offs, biochemistry, plant biology, molecular biology.
Location: East Lansing, Michigan, USA
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Doctorate in Biochemistry, Plant Biology, Molecular Biology.
- Experience in GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS metabolomic approaches and methods development.
- Experience with plant responses to biotic stresses such as insect herbivory.
Desired Qualifications:
- Additional experience in gas exchange measurements.
- Proficiency in Matlab.
- Knowledge of plant-biotic interactions.
Job Description:
- Conduct advanced metabolic flux analysis, physiological, and biochemical studies on plant metabolism.
- Investigate metabolic fluxes during growth-defense transitions using isotope labeling approaches.
- Collaborate with the labs of Berkley Walker and Gregg Howe.
- Perform gas exchange measurements.
- Contribute to methods development in metabolomics.
- Work on plant responses to biotic stresses, particularly insect herbivory.
- Provide mentorship and support to junior team members.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a description of scientific interests and the names of at least 2 referees. For additional inquiries, please contact Berkley Walker at berkley@msu.edu.
Last Date for Apply: January 16, 2024
Special Instructions:
- Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.
- Please include a description of scientific interests in your Curriculum Vitae.
- Provide the names of at least 2 referees in your application.
Website: MSU Plant Research Laboratory
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Advertised: December 21, 2023, Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: December 21, 2025, Eastern Standard Time
