R1 Plant Biology Researcher: Pest Interactions

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; España; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIVERSIDAD POLITECNICA DE MADRID seeks a First Stage Researcher to carry out mite bioassays, molecular analyses of plant responses, and bioinformatic data analysis within the Resilience2pests project. The role involves independent and collaborative work in a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in biology-related fields, English proficiency, and experience with RNA-based techniques.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field.
• Basic lab skills in molecular biology and biochemistry.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• i) Mite bioassays to quantify plant damage and assess effects on arthropod populations.
• ii) Molecular analyses of plant responses through transcriptomic, translational and metabolomic studies.
• iii) Bioinformatic data analysis and statistical analysis.
• iv) Writing reports and preparing presentations to present data at meetings with the company.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Independent work

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

RNA extraction

RT-qPCR

Polysome profiling

RNA-seq

Job description

UNIVERSIDAD POLITECNICA DE MADRID seeks a First Stage Researcher to carry out mite bioassays, molecular analyses of plant responses, and bioinformatic data analysis within the Resilience2pests project. The role involves independent and collaborative work in a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in biology-related fields, English proficiency, and experience with RNA-based techniques.