Summary:
Join the Department of Plant Physiology at Umeå Plant Science Centre for a stimulating postdoctoral research opportunity focusing on the regulation of nuclear encoded photosynthesis genes. We seek a highly motivated candidate to explore the role of GLK2 as a pioneer. transcription factor in chromatin dynamics during plant greening.
Postdoctoral Scholarship (2 Years) in Plant Molecular Biology, Umeå University, Sweden
Designation:
Postdoctoral Scholar
Table of Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Plant Molecular Biology |
| Location | Umeå University, Umeå Plant Science Centre, Sweden |
| Eligibility | Doctoral degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field |
| Last Date to Apply | June 1, 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completion of a doctoral degree or equivalent by the application deadline.
- Priority for candidates who obtained their degree no later than three years prior (exceptions for special reasons like illness or parental leave).
- Extensive laboratory experience with molecular and biochemical methods.
- Good English language skills.
- Experience with large data set analysis and ChIP-sequencing is an advantage.
Job Description:
This research project will investigate the function of GOLDEN2-Like2 (GLK2) in unlocking chromatin at photosynthesis-associated loci, enabling gene expression activation during plant greening. Key tasks include:
- Assessing GLK2 occupancy at inaccessible chromatin regions.
- Conducting biophysical investigations of GLK2-DNA interactions using single-molecule C-Trap force spectroscopy.
- Analyzing the functional consequences of variations in GLK2 activity in planta.
The goal is to advance fundamental understanding of plant development and chromatin regulation.
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit the following documents:
- A personal letter detailing qualifications, experiences, and motivation (max 2 pages).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a complete publication list.
- Certified copies of the doctoral degree certificate (or documentation of expected completion).
- Relevant degree certificates and transcripts.
- Additional documents as desired.
Applications should be submitted in English (preferably) or Swedish through Umeå University’s electronic recruitment system: Umeå University Application Portal. All documents must be compiled into a single PDF file.
Last Date to Apply:
June 1, 2026
Take the next step in your academic career in a dynamic research environment at Umeå University, part of a collaborative community dedicated to advancing plant science.
