PhD student in plant epigenetics

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Department of Plant Biology and Forest Genetics in Uppsala 1 PhD student in the research education subject: plant epigenetics We are now looking for a PhD student in the project ?Molecular mechanisms underlying postzygotic hybridization barriers in response to interploidy crosses? Polyploidization, a widespread phenomenon among plants, is considered a major speciation mechanism.Polyploid plants have a high degree of immediate post-zygotic reproductive isolation from their progenitors, as backcrossing to either parent will produce mainly nonviable progeny.This reproductive barrier is called triploid block and it is caused by failure of endosperm development.Our previous work revealed that the triploid block has an epigenetic basis (Erilova et al., PLoS Genetics, 2009) and the project aims at identifying the underlying molecular mechanisms in detail by applying genetic tools.You will be working in a stimulating international environment.The Department of Plant Biology and Forest Genetics is one of six departments making up the new cluster Uppsala BioCenter at SLU ?Ultuna (http://bioc.slu.se).The department contribute internationally recognised basic and applied science in the field of plant biology.For more information about the department visit our web page; http://www.slu.se/en/faculties-and-departments/faculty-of-natural-resources-and-agricultural-sciences/about-the-faculty/departments/department-of-plant-biology-and-and-forest-genetics/. Qualifications Higher university degree in biology/molecular biology/ genetics (Degree of Master or Master of Science) with emphasis on molecular genetics, plant physiology, developmental biology, evolution, bioinformatics or corresponding topics.Documented experience in lab work in molecular biology is highly valued.The selection will be based on the written application, cv, diploma/exam work, personal references, good knowledge in English and an interview.Forms for funding or employment Employment as PhD student 4 years SLU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A person has basic eligibility for third level education if he or she has taken a second level qualification or has completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, including at least 60 higher education credits at second level.Those who met the requirements for general eligibility before July 1st, 2007, i.e.had completed a programme of higher education for at least 180 Higher education credits or the equivalent, will continue to do so until the end of 2015." Selection among applicants meeting the requirements is made with reference to written application including curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and transcripts of academic records, one copy of the dissertation for masters or undergraduate degree, a list of at least two references familiar with the applicant's qualifications, certified knowledge of the English language and an interview. Read more about the PhD education in the Handbook for postgraduate students Read about the PhD education at SLU at www.slu.se/en/education/postgraduate-studies/ For a complete advt: www.slu.se/ny-doktorand