Postdoc: Forest Genetics & SNP Genomics in Conifers

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

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.