Postdoc. res. in Quantitiative Forest Genetics

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Faculty of Forest Sciences Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, Umeå Postdoctor researcher in Quantitiative Forest Genetics SLU develops the understanding and sustainable use of biological natural resources.This is achieved through research, teaching, environmental monitoring and assessment and information extension. SLU has 3000 employees, 4200 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Main campuses are located at Alnarp, Skara, Umeå and Uppsala www.slu.se We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in quantitative genetics.The focus will be to develop methodology that uses quantitative and molecular information for mating and selection strategies (i.e.genomic evaluation), and to evaluate and optimize long term forest tree breeding programs considering genetic gain and diversity.Methodology considers both statistical methods for real data and simulation studies.The research ultimately aims for developing sustainable management of a natural resource.Research will be carried out in co-operation with Skogforsk.We also expect that the applicant will spend part of the postdoc-period at a research facility outside UPSC.Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC) is a centre of experimental plant biology in Umeå.It was formed in 1999 by the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, and the Department of Plant Physiology, Umeå University (www.upsc.se).There are about 180 persons from 32 different countries working at UPSC.Qualifications: PhD degree in Biology, not older than three years at time of application, with emphasis on plant breeding, quantitative genetics, population genetics, evolution or corresponding topics.Experience in tree genetics and breeding is desirable.Documented experience in computational analysis is highly valued.The applicant should have good communication skills and proven skills in both oral and written scientific English. The position is full-time and will be granted for a period of two years, starting as soon as possible. SLU is an equal opportunity employer.The salary is based on your individual qualifications. The application should include the following: CV, list of publication, PhD diploma, copies of no more than five publications, a short description (max.3 pages) of previous research and current research interests, a description (max. 1 page) on how the research goal can be perceived, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of at least two reference persons.All application documents should be written in English.The deadline for the application is Feb 16, 2010.