Postdoctoral Research Associate
About The Position
A postdoctoral research position is available at the Boyce Thompson Institute, located on the Cornell University campus, to join an interdisciplinary project focused on investigating the molecular mechanisms regulating fruit development. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to study the molecular pathways underlying adaptations and responses to drought during tomato fruit growth. This project, recently funded by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, will use transcriptomic, metabolomics and genomics approaches to analyze the role of sugar and starch metabolism in tissue- and cell-specific responses of fruit to drought stress. The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate closely with other researchers working on fruit development and ripening at the Boyce Thompson Institute ( https://btiscience.org/ ) and Cornell University. This position suits researchers interested in regulation of carbon metabolism and source-sink relationships during plant growth and developmental processes. Please send applications to Dr. Carmen Catala ([email protected]). Applications should include : · A cover letter briefly describing past research experience and career goals. Include anticipated timeline for completing Ph.D., if relevant. · Curriculum vitae with publications · Contact information for three references Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The initial appointment period will be one year with potential for renewal contingent upon successful performance.
Requirements
- Candidates are expected to have a recent Ph.D. in biology, plant biology, molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, biochemistry or related field.
Nice To Haves
- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant metabolism, plant genomics, and/or fruit development, and expertise in molecular genetic techniques including transcriptome analysis, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and/or mass spectrometry-based metabolomics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
