PhD Position in Plant Science: Umeå University invites applications for a PhD position in plant science with a focus on exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying plant development, particularly in the area of symmetry-breaking processes in flowers. The research combines experimental and computational approaches, leveraging advanced techniques such as genomics, proteomics, genome editing, and protein engineering.
PhD Position in Plant Science with a Focus on Small Proteins
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
- Plant development
- Symmetry-breaking processes in flowers
- Molecular regulators, including microProteins
- Computational modeling of biological systems
Location
Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC), Umeå University, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed degree at second-cycle level or equivalent (240 ECTS credits, including at least 60 ECTS at second-cycle level)
- 90 ECTS credits relevant to the doctoral thesis project, with at least 30 ECTS in a subject closely related to the research topic
- Strong interest in molecular plant biology and computational approaches
- Academic background in Plant Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field
- Good skills in written and spoken English
- Merits include experience with analysis of large-scale sequencing data, bioinformatics tools, structural biology, programming (e.g., Python, R), and computational modeling of biological systems
Job Description
- Pursue doctoral studies, including participation in research and postgraduate courses
- Potential teaching and other departmental work (up to 20%)
- Collaborate closely with mathematical modelers in biology and functional genomics experts
- Develop predictive models and derive insights from large-scale datasets
How to Apply
- Submit a short (max 2 pages) description of your interest in the position
- Provide a CV
- Submit certified copies of certificates from higher education
- List of completed university courses and grades
- Copy of publications/degree thesis
Last Date for Apply
January 31, 2025
