Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Genetics: The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specialized in sweetpotato molecular genetics. This position involves developing molecular breeding methods and investigating gene functions related to sweetpotato cultivation in Scandinavia.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Sweetpotato Molecular Genetics
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher in Sweetpotato Molecular Genetics
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Molecular Genetics, Plant Breeding, Plant Biotechnology |
| Location | Alnarp, Skåne län, Sweden |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in agriculture, biological sciences, or plant breeding; experience in molecular biology and CRISPR/Cas techniques required |
| Job Description | Research focused on photoperiod-responsive pathways and CRISPR/Cas mutagenesis for sweetpotato adaptation to Scandinavian climates |
| How to Apply | Submit CV and a detailed work plan by clicking the application button on the SLU website |
| Last Date for Apply | June 30, 2025 |
Research Area
The research will focus on:
- Identifying key genes in photoperiod-responsive signaling pathways.
- Developing CRISPR/Cas-based methods for enhancing root growth in sweetpotato.
Location
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Alnarp, Skåne län, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in agriculture, biological sciences, or plant breeding, preferably with a strong component in plant molecular biology and genetics.
- Extensive experience in plant molecular biology methods and CRISPR/Cas mutagenesis in plants.
- Proficient in bioinformatics and analysis of transcriptomics datasets.
- Effective communication skills in English.
Job Description
The primary responsibilities will include:
- Planning, designing, executing, and analyzing experiments related to sweetpotato genetics.
- Maintenance of sweetpotato in greenhouse and climate chamber settings.
- Conducting in vitro tissue culture and protoplast isolation.
- Performing molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extractions and PCR.
- Designing CRISPR/Cas constructs and conducting mutation screenings.
- Supervising MSc student projects and collaborating internationally with research partners.
- Writing and submitting scientific manuscripts and seeking additional research funding.
How to Apply
Candidates are required to submit their application via the SLU website, including:
- CV
- A work plan (maximum 1,000 words) outlining how their expertise aligns with the research objectives.
Contact Person
- Dennis Eriksson: name.lastname@slu.se
- Anders Carlsson: name.surname@slu.se
Last Date for Apply
June 30, 2025
This is a temporary position for 24 months, with the possibility of extension, starting September 1, 2025, or as agreed.
