Postdoc in the Chemistry: The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Section for Plant Biochemistry, invites applications for a 2.5 years postdoc position to investigate the chemistry of the interaction between oat and the fungal pathogen Fusarium spp., starting from April 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.
- Postdoc Position: Investigate the chemistry of oat-Fusarium interaction.
- Duration: 2.5 years, starting from April 1, 2024.
- Research Focus: Plant biochemistry, mycotoxin detoxification, and metabolomics.
- Project Funding: Supported by Novo Nordisk Foundation.
- Collaboration: Involves researchers from Plant Metabolic Plasticity and Microbial Ecology sections.
- Lab Expertise: Section for Plant Biochemistry is a leading lab with advanced metabolomics facilities.
- CerealGSTs Project:Â Aims to identify detoxification routes for Fusarium mycotoxins in oats.
- Research Grant: Funded by a five-year grant from Novo Nordisk Foundation.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Involves Plant Metabolic Plasticity and Microbial Ecology sections.
- Lab Facilities: Equipped with state-of-the-art instruments for GC- and LC-MS analyses.
- Global Food Security Issue: Fungal diseases annually affect one-third of all crops.
- Main Challenge: Fusarium species impact cereal crops, affecting yield, quality, and safety.
- Project Approach:Â Combines metabolomics, transcriptomics, and enzyme characterization.
- Project Goal: Identify detoxification pathways and genes, focusing on GST-mediated reactions.
- Ideal Candidate: PhD in plant biochemistry with expertise in plant metabolomics.
- Research Techniques: Employ untargeted LC-MS analyses, NMR, and enzyme assays.
- Chemistry Exploration: Mass spectrometry imaging used to map metabolite localization.
- Skill Set: Emphasis on collaboration, supervision, curiosity, independence, and strong scientific writing.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Chemistry of Oat-Fusarium Interactions
Location: Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Section for Plant Biochemistry, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification: The ideal candidate should have a PhD in plant biochemistry or similar fields with extensive experience in plant metabolomics. Additional qualifications in the purification and structural elucidation of metabolites, other ‘omics technologies, plant molecular biology, enzyme biochemistry, general plant work, and/or plant pathology are advantageous. Training in mass spectrometry imaging will be available. Enthusiasm for collaboration, good interpersonal and communication skills, experience in student supervision, and a strong scientific writing and publication record are essential.
Job Description:
Postdoc in the Chemistry of Oat-Fusarium Interactions
The postdoc’s duties will involve research within plant biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and plant pathogen defense reactions, as well as teaching. The position may also include other duties. The CerealGSTs project aims to identify novel detoxification routes for Fusarium mycotoxins in oat, focusing on GST-mediated reactions. The candidate will drive the metabolomics characterization of the oat-Fusarium interaction, using untargeted LC-MS analyses and purification of compounds for identification. The research involves a combination of metabolomics, transcriptomics, enzyme characterization, and mass spectrometry imaging to map the localization of relevant metabolites.
How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit their applications electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. The application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent), the outline of a possible research plan for the project, complete publication list, and separate reprints of three particularly relevant papers.
Last Date for Apply: Sunday, 28 January 2024, 23:59 GMT+1
Inquiries about the position can be made to Associate Professor Nanna Bjarnholt at nnb@plen.ku.dk.
The University encourages diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Table 1: Key Information
| Title | Postdoc in the Chemistry of Oat-Fusarium Interactions |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Chemistry of Oat-Fusarium Interactions |
| Location | Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in plant biochemistry or related fields; expertise in plant metabolomics; additional qualifications advantageous |
| Last Date for Apply | January 28, 2024, 23:59 GMT+1 |
