Postdoctoral Researcher in Agrobiodiversity: The Center for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Rosaceae Genetics and Genomics group. This position involves studying leaf microbiome communities in an apple collection across six European locations. The research aims to analyze bioinformatics and genomic data, identify stress resilience attributes, and contribute to predictive models for breeding resilient varieties. The successful candidate will work within the framework of the project “APPLEBIOME: Microbiome and genomic analysis in apple germplasm towards broadening genetic resources to breed for resilient varieties.”
Postdoctoral Researcher in Agrobiodiversity and Plant Microbiome Research (REF. 19/2024)
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Agrobiodiversity and Plant Microbiome Research
Location: Center for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) Campus, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in biology, biotechnology, ecology, or similar field
- Proficiency in bioinformatics analysis (especially microbiome data) using software like R and Python
- Knowledge in genome-wide association analysis and statistical modeling
- Excellent English communication skills (written and oral)
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research teams
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Previous experience in plant microbiome analysis (preferably from leaves)
Job Description: The selected candidate will investigate leaf microbiome communities in an apple collection across multiple European locations, conducting bioinformatic and genomic data analysis. Tasks include determining diversity parameters, identifying key taxa related to stress resilience, performing GWAS analysis, and contributing to predictive models for breeding resilient apple varieties. This research is part of the project “APPLEBIOME: Microbiome and genomic analysis in apple germplasm towards broadening genetic resources to breed for resilient varieties.”
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications through the CRAG website: http://www.cragenomica.es/jobs. Applicants must provide a curriculum vitae, PhD certificate or official notification of the award, and a motivation letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining work experience, research interests, and career goals, including references.
Last Date for Apply: 16th May 2024
