Researcher position in plant epigenetics and transcription

Department of Plant Biology
The research of the department focuses on plants, but other organisms such as virus, bacteria, fungi, insects, yeast cells and even human cells are also studied. Our main areas or research are: the interaction between plants and microorganisms, and other forms of stress; biotechnology and metabolic engineering; growth and development of plants; the regulation of gene expression; population genetics, genome analysis and the development of breeding systems. Species in use are model organisms such as Arabidopsis thaliana, Physcomitrella, tobacco and yeast, and crops such as rapeseed, basket willow (Salix), potato, barley, rye, wheat and cassava. The department is responsible for basic courses and advanced courses in general and molecular genetics, gene technology, cell biology, plant physiology, gene expression, plant breeding, plant biochemistry and biotechnology, molecular interactions between plants and pathogens. Besides, the department contributes to various other biology courses together with other departments. The courses are part of the masters programs in biotechnology and natural resources, and the programs for students in agriculture and landscape architecture, but most courses are open for external students as well.

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Duties:
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our ongoing research projects on elucidating the mechanisms of sense/antisense transcription coordination. The project will involve a combination of cellular biology and molecular biology. The position is associated with the research group of Stefanie Rosa at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Uppsala.

Qualifications:
The candidate should have proven expertise in molecular biology, genetics, and plant developmental biology. Prior experiences with methods to study meiosis, epigenetics and microscope skills are desired. A PhD in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related knowledge that the employer considers equivalent is required. Creativity, motivation and drive are important personal characteristics as is excellent proficiency in English since English is the working language in the research group. Candidates should also have an ability to conduct independent research, take initiative, ask pertinent scientific questions, and interact with other scientists.

Place of work:
Uppsala.

Form of employment:
Fixed term employment of 6 months, with possible extension.

Extent:
100%.

Starting date:
According to agreement.

Application:
We welcome your application no later than 2022-05-31, use the button below.
Applications must contain: (1) CV with full publication list, (2) a description of research experiences, (3) a copy of the PhD diploma and (4) contact information of two to three referees.

Academic union representatives:
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