Postdoctoral Position in Plant Cell Biology

Updated: 7 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 Jul 2023

12 May 2023
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Sweden
Application Deadline

31 Jul 2023 - 22:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Reference Number

1114--1-8489
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology was founded in the late 1970s - when the College of Forestry moved to Umeå. The number of employees has since grown steadily is now around 100, including postdoctoral researchers and postgraduate students. In the late 1990s it was decided to join with the Department of Plant Physiology at Umeå University to form a research center, Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC). The Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology moved into the premises adjacent to the partner department and together have developed a close and successful collaboration on research issues, technology platforms, and training of master's and doctoral level students. The international element within UPSC is large, with over 40 nationalities represented.

The department conducts introductory and advanced training in plant physiology, ecophysiology, plant molecular biology, forest genetics and forest biotechnology within the Forestry program and at the master level.

The department offers postgraduate studies in biology, specializing in plant physiology, ecophysiology, plant molecular biology and forest genetics. Postgraduate courses are generally held in cooperation with the Department of Plant Physiology.
For more information about the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology and UPSC visit www.upsc.se .


Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/


Duties:

The aim of the project is to dissect the cell fate determination during the root development of the model organism Arabidopsis thaliana. The project will combine state-of-the-art microscopy techniques, molecular and cell biology.


Qualifications:

We are looking for a highly motivated plant cell biologist with excellent skills in diverse microscopy. The candidate must be capable of independent planning, execution and evaluation of experiments or theoretical work. As a person you are enthusiastic and responsible and have excellent collaborative skills. The candidate should be familiar with Arabidopsis thaliana root and have a good knowledge of English.


Place of work:

Umeå, Sweden. 


Form of employment:

Temporary employment 24 months, with the possibility of extension.


Extent:

100%


Starting date:

2023-08-01 or according to agreement. 


Application:

We welcome your application no later than 2023-05-26, use the button below.
The application should consist of your CV including publication list, motivation letter, and the names and contact information of three references.


Academic union representatives:

https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.

SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.


Requirements
Research Field
Biological sciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Languages
SWEDISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Country
Sweden
City
Umeå
Postal Code
90183
Street
SLU, Dep of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology

Where to apply
Website

https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/lediga-tjanster/?rmpage=job&rmjob=8489

Contact
City

Umeå
Street

SLU, Dep of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology
Postal Code

90183

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