Postdoctoral Position in Plant Biology: The Department of Plant Biology at the University of California, Davis, invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the lab of Dr. Stacey Harmer. The position is available from September 2023 and offers three years of funding. The Harmer lab focuses on understanding the molecular nature of the plant circadian oscillator and its influence on plant physiology. The successful candidate will work as part of a team using genetic, biochemical, and transcriptomic approaches to explore the links between the circadian system and mRNA generation and processing. The position offers opportunities for skill development in bench and computational science, teaching and mentoring, and scientific communication. The workplace will be within the Department of Plant Biology at UC Davis, known for its excellence in plant-focused research.
Summary Table:
- Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Research Area: Plant Circadian Biology
- Location: Department of Plant Biology, University of California, Davis, California, USA
- Duration: Three years, starting from September 2023 (open until filled)
- Funding: Three years of funding available
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Recently received or expect to soon receive a PhD in plant biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
- Extensive previous experience in one or more of the following areas: plant biology, genetics, transcriptional profiling, and programming in R or Python.
- Interest and experience in mentoring, teaching, and public outreach.
- Highly motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively with other group members.
Job Description: The selected candidate will work on a project aimed at understanding the molecular nature of the plant circadian oscillator and its impact on plant physiology. The research will involve genetic, biochemical, and transcriptomic approaches to explore the connections between the circadian system and mRNA generation and processing. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop skills in bench and computational science, engage in teaching and mentoring activities, and enhance scientific communication abilities. The research will be conducted within an excellent research team at the Department of Plant Biology, UC Davis, which boasts a large number of plant-focused research groups.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to slharmer@ucdavis.edu:
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV including publication record
- Description of research interests and skills
- Names and addresses of three references
Last Date for Apply: The position is open until filled. Early application is encouraged.
Note: UC Davis is situated in the pleasant college town of Davis, located in the northern Central Valley of California. The area offers easy access to the state capital (Sacramento) in 20 minutes, San Francisco in 1 hour 30 minutes, and is within driving distance to Northern California wine country, the coast, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant academic environment with abundant research opportunities and a thriving plant sciences community.
