Postdoctoral – Prof. Lijun Chai’s Laboratory: Join the dynamic research team at Huazhong Agricultural University’s National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation and Utilization of Horticultural Crops. We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to explore important aspects of horticultural crop biology, specifically focusing on reproductive development in citrus and related crops.
Postdoctoral Researcher Position – Prof. Lijun Chai’s Laboratory
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Horticultural Crop Biology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Synthetic Biology
Location:
Hubei, Wuhan, China
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Recently obtained or soon-to-be awarded Ph.D. (≤3 years post-degree, age ≤35) in Horticulture, Biology, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
- Strong interest in plant biology and horticulture, with a demonstrated ability to lead independent research projects.
- Proven research skills, including at least one first-author publication in a high-quality SCI-indexed journal and fluency in English.
- Preferred expertise in molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, or synthetic biology.
Job Description:
- Design and execute research projects under the mentorship of Prof. Lijun Chai.
- Contribute to grant writing and lab management.
- Co-supervise students and collaborate with team members.
- Engage in innovative research aiming to solve challenges like self-incompatibility and parthenocarpy in citrus crops.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A brief statement of research interests and relevant experience.
- Curriculum vitae (including educational and research experience).
- List of publications.
- Names and contacts of two to three referees.
Application Instructions:
- Title your application file as “Your Name + HZAU-CHFS-PD + Chai-Lab” (e.g., Martin Cobi + HZAU-CHFS-PD + Chai-Lab).
- Upload all documents as a single PDF file.
- Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Last Date to Apply:
March 26, 2025
For any queries, please contact Prof. Lijun Chai at chailijun@mail.hzau.edu.cn.
Join us to contribute to cutting-edge research in horticultural crop biology!
