Plant Epigenomics & Genomics Research Associate

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Davis invites applications for an Associate Specialist (100% time) to advance research on zygotic transition and synthetic apomixis in the Sundaresan lab. The role focuses on designing experiments, epigenomic methods, and preparing work for publications and grants.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a related field (or Master’s with substantial experience) and have strong skills in CRISPR, genome editing, and genome-wide epigenetic profiling in plants, with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s with relevant research experience in plant genetics and genomics.
• Experience with epigenetic profiling and genome editing in plants.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement research projects on synthetic apomixis and zygotic transition.
• Present progress at lab meetings and scientific conferences (3–4 times a year).
• Train and mentor interns and undergraduates in laboratory methods and equipment.

Skills

Epigenomics

CRISPR gene editing

Genome-wide epigenetic profiling

Transcriptomic data analysis

Plant genetics

Education

Ph.D. in plant genetics, development and genomics

Master's +2–5 years research experience

Bachelor's +6–10 years research experience

Tools

CRISPR gene editing

Agrobacterium inoculation

Fluorescence microscopes

Job description

The University of California - Davis invites applications for an Associate Specialist (100% time) to advance research on zygotic transition and synthetic apomixis in the Sundaresan lab. The role focuses on designing experiments, epigenomic methods, and preparing work for publications and grants.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a related field (or Master’s with substantial experience) and have strong skills in CRISPR, genome editing, and genome-wide epigenetic profiling in plants, with