Summary:
The Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics at Aarhus University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for a one-year term, with the possibility of extension, focused on quantitative genetics applied to organic oat breeding.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantitative Genetics Applied to Organic Oat Breeding, Aarhus University, Denmark
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Quantitative Genetics, Organic Agriculture |
| Location | C.F. Møllers Allé 3, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Quantitative Genetics, Plant Breeding, Bioinformatics, or related field |
| Job Description | – Predict and interpret the adaptation of oat varieties to organic farming. – Analyze traits related to robust production and nutritional quality, including beta-glucan content. – Involved in genomic prediction, sequence data analysis, and interaction modeling among genes, climates, and management practices. – Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of geneticists, agronomists, and bioinformaticians. |
| How to Apply | Applications must be submitted through Aarhus University’s recruitment system. Include a CV, degree certificate, publication list, statement of research plans, teaching portfolio, and verified teaching experience (if applicable). |
| Last Date for Apply | Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 23:59 CEST |
Research Focus:
The position is part of the AVENUE project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, aiming to understand how oat varieties adapt to organic agricultural conditions.
Contact Information:
For further inquiries, please contact:
Guillaume Ramstein, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Email: ramstein@qgg.au.dk
Phone: +45 42 52 12 66
Additional Information:
The successful candidate will have access to advanced computational resources and a collaborative work environment characterized by diversity and inclusion.
