Primary Purpose: The Durum Wheat Genetics and Breeding team led by Professor Dr. Curtis Pozniak at the University of Saskatchewan (USASK), Crop Development Centre (CDC) is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral fellow to conduct research in genomics and molecular biology to address biological questions in disease resistance and genome biology. Our mission is to translate these biological findings into improved wheat cultivars.
Nature of Work: The successful candidate will work to expand our knowledge of wheat biology by conducting genetic and molecular studies of disease resistance in the primary and secondary gene-pool of wheat.
Accountabilities: The candidate will work to assess detailed phenotypic responses to disease, perform genetic mapping experiments, and conduct comparative analysis of high-quality genome assemblies of wheat and its related species. Gene characterization, including gene-editing experiments to assess function will be a priority.
Education: PhD degree in one or more areas of plant genetics, genomics, pathology, bioinformatics, or a related discipline
Experience: Applicants should have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: assessment of disease resistance, generation and analysis of complex genomes, and functional analysis of candidate genes.
Skills: Successful candidates must have excellent communication skills, excellent writing skills, and are expected to work as part of a large multidisciplinary, diverse team.
To Apply: Please send your application as single PDF-file to Raelene Regier, Program Manager ([email protected] ). Applications should include a full CV and publication list, a one-page statement of research interests, and three references from individuals familiar with the applicant’s research and background. The position is available immediately. Please send your applications before June 30th , 2024, for best consideration.
Department: Crop Development Centre
Status: Term
Employment Group: Post-Doctoral Fellows - PSAC
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary Information: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date: 5/21/2024
Closing Date: 6/30/2024
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
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