Postdoc in Plant Biology: A postdoctoral position is available in the field of plant biology at the Laboratory of Membrane Biogenesis (UMR5200) in the context of the ERC project ‘LIP-ATG.’ The project focuses on studying the implication of lipids and membrane remodeling during plant autophagy. The successful candidate will contribute to the characterization of the molecular mechanisms underlying autophagy dynamics.
Designation: Postdoc
Research Area: Integrative Plant Biology
Location: Villenave d’Ornon
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Niveau 8 – Doctorate degree in a relevant field
- 1 to 4 years of research experience
- Strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics
- Solid experience in plant biology, including the culture and generation of transgenic plants and plant physiology
- Proficiency in experimental approaches, including fluorescent microscopy, electron microscopy, and lipid analyses
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members
Job Description:
- Conduct research in the frame of an ERC project on plant autophagy
- Study the implication of lipids and membrane remodeling in autophagosome formation
- Generate gain- and loss-of-function transgenic mutant lines of Arabidopsis
- Perform multiscale phenotypic characterization of Arabidopsis mutants
- Conduct in vivo studies of protein localization and membrane dynamics
- Perform ultrastructural analyses of autophagy compartments using electron microscopy and tomography
- Conduct lipid analyses to understand their functional contribution in autophagy dynamics
- Collaborate with the Laboratory of Membrane Biogenesis team members and contribute to the ERC ‘LIP-ATG’ project
How to Apply: Please send the following documents to the provided contact email with the subject “Application for Postdoc in Plant Biology”:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of interest (max 500 words)
- Short description of plans in the first year and longer-term career plans (max 150 words each)
- Opinion piece on a gender-focused current event (max 300 words)
- Dissertation research summary (max 1000 words)
Last Date for Apply: Deadline for Submissions: 05 January 2024
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