Postdoctoral Researcher – Genome: The Bart Lab has recently relocated to the University of California, Berkeley within the Plant and Microbial Biology Department, as part of the Plant Gene Expression Center and the Innovative Genomics Institute. The lab is inviting applications for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research in genome and epigenome editing aimed at enhancing plant resistance to bacterial and viral pathogens.
Postdoctoral Researcher – Genome & Epigenome Editing for Plant Disease Resistance
This position is expected to begin no later than Summer 2026.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Department | Plant & Microbial Biology |
| Institution | University of California, Berkeley |
| Research Focus | Genome & Epigenome Editing for Disease Resistance |
| Start Date | No later than Summer 2026 |
| Application Mode | Email Submission |
| Application Email | beckybart@berkeley.edu |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Genome editing
- Epigenome editing
- Plant disease resistance
- Bacterial and viral plant pathogens
- Molecular plant–microbe interactions
Research systems include:
- Tomato
- Cotton
- Cassava
- Model plant systems
Location
Plant and Microbial Biology Department
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California, USA
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must have recently completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in one or more of the following disciplines:
- Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- Plant Genetics
- Plant Pathology
- Computational Biology
- Bacteriology
- Virology
Candidates are not expected to have expertise in all areas, and additional training will be provided to fill knowledge gaps as part of the postdoctoral experience.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct independent and collaborative research on genome and epigenome editing strategies.
- Develop approaches to enhance resistance against bacterial and viral pathogens in crops.
- Work across diverse plant systems including tomato, cotton, cassava, and model organisms.
- Contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- Participate in the dynamic research environment of the Plant Gene Expression Center and the Innovative Genomics Institute.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email the following materials to beckybart@berkeley.edu with the subject line:
“interest in postdoc position”
Required documents:
- One-page cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact information for three references
For more information about the lab’s research, applicants may visit:
- beckybartlab.org
- Prof. Bart’s Google Scholar profile
Last Date to Apply
On a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.
