Post Doctoral Fellow at Tennessee State University: The College of Agriculture at Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN is inviting applications for a 36-month postdoctoral fellowship funded by the United States Department of Agriculture, Capacity Building Grant. The fellowship aims to generate climate-smart crops with deeper root systems, explore the use of carbon nanoparticles in plant transformation, investigate nano-delivery combined with a biolistic approach for improved DNA delivery, and optimize speed breeding protocols for plant maturity and recovery of transgenic plants.
Designation: Post Doctoral Fellow
Research Area: Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Agriculture
Location: Nashville, TN (Main Campus)
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Plant Science, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with the doctoral dissertation defended by the joining date. The candidate must be well-trained in plant molecular genetics and tissue culture techniques, highly organized, and possess demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Women and individuals belonging to minority groups in STEM fields are particularly encouraged to apply.
Job Description: The postdoc will be responsible for establishing plant transformation in soybean, optimizing speed breeding protocols, and generating transgenic lines using CRISPR-Cas system. Duties also include developing constructs, designing guide RNAs, writing manuscripts, mentoring students, and participating in outreach activities to farmers and growers. The postdoc will receive training in writing manuscripts, research best practices, data analysis, and research mentoring skills.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a CV/Resume, cover letter, and transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire) through the university’s online application system. Provide names and contact information for three references. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check.
Last Date for Apply: 10 December 2023
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Post Doctoral Fellow |
| Research Area | Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Agriculture |
| Location | Nashville, TN (Main Campus) |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Ph.D. in Plant Science, Molecular Biology, or related field. Demonstrated expertise in plant molecular genetics and tissue culture techniques. |
| Job Description | Plant transformation, speed breeding optimization, CRISPR-Cas system application, manuscript writing, mentoring, and outreach activities. |
| How to Apply | Submit CV/Resume, cover letter, and transcripts through the online application system. Provide three references. |
| Last Date for Apply | December 10, 2023 |
