PhD Student: Fungicide Evolution: Explore groundbreaking research on predicting the evolution of fungicide resistance in plant pathogens, particularly Zymoseptoria tritici, to develop sustainable resistance management strategies for crop protection.
PhD Student: Predicting Fungicide Resistance Evolution
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area: Predicting Fungicide Resistance Evolution: Combining Theoretical and Experimental Approaches
Location: University of Cambridge and NIAB, Cambridge
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- Hold or expect an Honours Degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2.1 in Plant Science, Applied Statistics, or related science subjects
- Candidates with a relevant Masters degree are particularly encouraged to apply
- UK, EU, and international applicants welcome
- If English is not your first language, a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no component below 6.0) or equivalent is usually required
Job Description:
- Develop mathematical models to predict fungicide resistance evolution
- Conduct experimental studies to validate theoretical predictions
- Generate near-isogenic transformants with combinatorial sets of CYP51 mutations
- Use fitness parameters in population genetic and epidemiological models
- Test resistance management strategies through competition assays
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should complete the online application form before the deadline of 5th January 2025. For further application details, please contact recruitment-ctp-sai@niab.com.
Last Date for Apply: 5th January 2025
This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to contribute towards advancements in evolutionary biology while addressing critical challenges in crop protection. Apply now and be part of a pioneering research endeavor.
