Olive Oil Genomics Scientist for Sustainable Supply Chain

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Perugia invites applications for a research position in agricultural sciences focused on olives. The project aims to identify genetic and epigenetic determinants affecting key agronomic and quality traits in olive varieties using a multi-omics approach.

The researcher will conduct genetic analyses and association studies on about 200 genotypes, integrating epigenomic and transcriptomic data to develop molecular markers for olive breeding and to enhance sustainability in the

Qualifications

• Eligibility: country/ies of residence: OTHER
• Eligibility: nationality/ies: OTHER

Responsibilities

• Support the olive and olive oil supply chain by identifying genetic and epigenetic determinants.
• Conduct genetic analyses and association studies to identify variants linked to agronomic and quality traits.

Job description

The University of Perugia invites applications for a research position in agricultural sciences focused on olives. The project aims to identify genetic and epigenetic determinants affecting key agronomic and quality traits in olive varieties using a multi-omics approach.

The researcher will conduct genetic analyses and association studies on about 200 genotypes, integrating epigenomic and transcriptomic data to develop molecular markers for olive breeding and to enhance sustainability in the