Summary
The Mironova Lab is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a fully funded NWO project titled “One cell, three barrier fates – How do cereals use root barriers to survive and thrive?” The project aims to investigate how cereal roots utilize barrier-forming cells to adapt to challenging soil conditions, particularly focusing on drought, soil compaction, and parasitic interactions.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Plant Biology |
| Location | Leiden, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Plant Biology (candidates in the final stage of thesis writing are welcome) |
| Job Duration | 1+2 year contract |
| Start Date | Late 2026 or early 2027 |
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Contribute to modeling data across biological scales.
- Link quantitative analysis with developmental and physiological processes in cereal roots.
- Engage with interdisciplinary teams to further the understanding of how cereal plants utilize barrier mechanisms in their root systems.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to the Principal Investigator, Victoria Mironova, at victoria.mironova[at]ru.nl. Informal inquiries are welcome.
Last Date to Apply
Please submit your application as soon as possible as positions are filled on a rolling basis.
