Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Canada, University of British Columbia

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Canada: The Todesco lab in the Michael Smith Laboratories at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada, invites applicants for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellowship to work on a project on the genetic regulation of flowering time in cannabis.

Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Research Area: Genetics and Genomics of Cannabis

Location: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada

Eligibility/Qualification:

• PhD in plant biology, genetics, molecular biology or similar fields
• Background in plant biology, quantitative genetics, genomics and/or bioinformatics
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Plant transformation/gene editing experience is an advantage

Job Description:

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cannabis Genetics and Genomics (Reference Number: PDFO-56993)

The successful candidate will join a project aimed at understanding the genetic regulation of flowering time in cannabis and how it differs between different domestication histories. The project will help in developing cannabis strains that can be grown outdoor, reducing the carbon footprint. The candidate will have the opportunity to interact and collaborate with leading scientists in a variety of disciplines.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a single PDF file including cover letter, CV, and three references to Dr. Marco Todesco at mtodesco@msl.ubc.ca, referring to reference number PDFO-56993.

Last Date for Apply: March 31, 2023.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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