Postdoctoral Position in Plant Molecular Biology: The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology at Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a project aimed at generating superior plant lines in terms of biomass and resilience to stress. The successful candidate will utilize an optimized gene regulation circuit from Arabidopsis and apply it to barley and wheat. This project is funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Plant Molecular Biology, Gene Regulation, and Stress Resilience
Location: Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, SLU, Umeå, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in molecular biology or a relevant field
- Experience in plant molecular biology research, particularly in Arabidopsis, barley, or wheat (preferred)
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
- Ability to initiate, plan, and work independently as well as in a team
- Candidates with a doctoral degree obtained within the last three years are preferred
Job Description:
- Conduct research on gene regulation circuits influencing biomass generation and stress response in plants
- Apply molecular techniques including transformation, cloning, RT-qPCR, phenotyping, and CRISPR-Cas9
- Develop superior plant lines with optimized growth and stress resilience
- Investigate underlying molecular mechanisms of gene regulation in Arabidopsis, barley, and wheat
- Work collaboratively within a research group and contribute to scientific publications
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications via the provided application portal before the deadline. Further details on working at SLU and the benefits offered can be found at SLU Careers.
Last Date to Apply: 21 February 2025
For further inquiries, please contact:
Peter Kindgren
Researcher
Phone: 090 786 8243
Email: fornamn.efternamn@slu.se
About SLU and UPSC:
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) is a leading institution for research and education in sustainable life sciences. Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC) is a centre of excellence in experimental plant research, housing over 200 scientists from more than 40 nationalities. The department provides state-of-the-art analytical platforms, plant growth facilities, and professional training opportunities in a collaborative research environment.
