Post doc position in Forest Genetics

Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; Umeå kommun; On-site; SEK 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural university in Sweden is offering a postdoctoral position focused on forest genetics. The successful candidate will develop high-throughput molecular markers and study population genetics in conifers. A Ph.D. in Genetics within the last three years is required along with experience in bioinformatics and genetic mapping studies. This full-time position lasts for two years with a start date in fall 2009.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Genetics earned not earlier than three years ago.
• Prior experience with bioinformatics, genotyping, and genetic mapping studies.
• Publication record in plant QTL genetics/genomics, preferably in conifers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in forest genetics with a focus on developing high-throughput molecular markers.
• Study population genetics and gene family evolution in conifers.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Genotyping

Genetic mapping studies

Publication in plant QTL genetics/genomics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. degree in Genetics

Job description

Overview

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, UPSC, Umeå, Sweden. A postdoctoral position is available in the field of forest genetics. The group focuses on developing high‑throughput molecular markers (SNP arrays) for forest breeding, and also studies population genetics and gene family evolution in conifers. The research methods employed include genomics, bioinformatics, microarray hybridization, and proteomics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Genetics, earned not earlier than three years ago
• Prior experience with bioinformatics, genotyping and genetic mapping studies
• Publication record in plant QTL genetics/genomics, preferably in conifers
• Knowledge of basic molecular biology methods, proteomics and array hybridization is considered a plus
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

Position Details

The position is full‑time for two years, starting in the fall of 2009.

Publication Date

2009‑04‑28

Working Hours and Scope

Permanent (Tillsvidare)

Compensation

Fast lön

How to Apply

Reference: 1226/09. Email: [e-mail].

Company

Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet

Address

Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Box 7070
75007 UPPSALA

Contact

Telefonnummer: 018‑671000