Postdoctoral Position in Plant Research: The Pollen Biology Lab at the Institute of Experimental Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences, is offering a fully funded 3-year postdoctoral position in plant reproduction research. The project focuses on investigating the regulatory mechanisms that affect pollen development and function under suboptimal temperature conditions and their connection to heat-stress response pathways.
Postdoctoral Researcher – Pollen Thermotolerance and Plant Reproductive Fitness
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Plant Reproduction Biology | Pollen Biology | Stress Response Mechanisms
Location:
Institute of Experimental Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences, Czech Republic
Eligibility/Qualification:
We are looking for highly motivated and independent researchers with a passion for plant reproductive biology. The ideal candidate should have:
- A Ph.D. (or equivalent) in plant biology or a related field.
- Strong experience in molecular and cell biology, microscopy, and bioinformatics.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Job Description:
- Conduct research on pollen development and function under heat stress.
- Investigate the evolutionary integration of heat-stress response pathways into standard pollen development.
- Perform molecular and cell biology experiments, microscopy, and bioinformatics analyses.
- Collaborate with an international team on a competitive and high-impact project.
- Participate in publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
What We Offer:
- A fully funded position supported by the Czech Science Foundation (GACR), TANGENC Operational Program, and RECROP EU-COST Action.
- A dynamic and international research environment.
- Postdoc salary, social and health insurance, and additional benefits.
- Potential for transition to a tenure-track position.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF file:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Summary of research experience
- Recommendation letter and contact details
Email your application to positions.lbp@gmail.com.
Application Deadline:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with a final deadline of March 31, 2025.
Contact Information:
Prof. RNDr. David Honys, Ph.D.
Institute of Experimental Botany, Czech Academy of Sciences
Email: positions.lbp@gmail.com
Website: www.pollenbiology.cz
