(Mira Àreu, plantas y hongos, y cerca de las montañas :D) **Position: PhD Student in Bioflora Research Group** We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated PhD student to join our Bioflora research group to work with us on co-evolution and adaptive speciation of pooid grasses and their fungal endophytes. We invite applications from ambitious candidates with relevant research experience and a passion to conduct research and innovation activities within the framework of a project funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation (PID2022-140074NB-I00). The main objective of this research is to advance knowledge on the potential large extent of lateral gene transfer (LGT) in pooids and how this mechanism has contributed to generating evolutionary novelty. Additionally, we aim to investigate the potential co-evolution of grass-Epichloë holobionts and how this phenomenon has contributed to the success of adaptive speciation in temperate grasses. **Specific Objectives:*...
Oferta compartida por Nuria Katharine H. Putnam Fellowships in Plant Science The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University invites applicants for research fellowships in plant science. Putnam Fellowships offer excellent opportunities for advanced research and study using the Arboretum's living collections of woody plants. Scientists with a PhD and who have identified an independent research project that would utilize the Arboretum's living collections are encouraged to apply. The living collection, numbering some 15,000 plants, in over 2,200 species, is distinguished as one of the most thoroughly documented collections of temperate woody plants in the world. Taxonomic diversity and breadth within the collection are noteworthy, and the floras of China, Japan, and Korea are particularly well represented. Deadline: Feb 1 Eligibility: Proposals are sought from early-career individuals with a PhD in plant biology, evolution, plant genetics, plant ecology, horticulture, or related disc...
The Research Group of Plant Ecological Genomics ( http://plantgenomics.univie.ac.at ) of the Department for Botany and Biodiversity Research at the University of Vienna, Austria is recruiting a PhD student in Plant Evolutionary Biology (m/f) Whole genome doubling and hybridization profoundly shaped plant genome evolution. However, to be successful, first generations allopolyploids must quickly adjust their genome and function, thereby altering their ecological properties and adaptive success, as a function of their environment. The duplicated nature of polyploids buffers more effectively deleterious alleles and provides genome-wide opportunities for adaptive evolution. Recurrent origins of polyploids are widespread and provide natural replicates to study the links between whole genome doubling and rapid adaptation to divergent environments. A 3-years PhD position funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) is immediately available in our group, focusing of a fairly young polyplo...
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student to join our research on plant metabolism, carbon allocation and cell wall biosynthesis. In this project, you will perform pioneering work to unravel biochemical mechanisms responsible for carbon allocation to wood with the applied goal of increasing biomass accumulation potential of trees. You will use both Arabidopsis and aspen as model systems. You will have the opportunity to be trained in state-of-the-art techniques in plant molecular biology, biochemistry, metabolic flux and cell wall analysis, as well as scientific thinking and writing. You will be employed as a PhD student for 4 years in the Niittylä group at Umeå Plant Science Center ( www.upsc.se ). For recent publications related to the PhD project see for example Mahboubi et al. (2013) and (2015) and Rende et al. (2016). UPSC is a leading research institute in experimental plant biology with a friendly and international atmosphere providing a highly stimulating environment fo...
Application Deadline: 13 Jul 2016 Staff Type: Research Staff Research Type: Undergrad or Master student Research Program: Plant Responses to Biotic and Abiotic Stress Stress Research Group: Plant immune responses to pathogen infection. Antimicrobial peptides for crop protection Job description The Center for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) is looking for a Postgraduate Student to be part of the group working on Plant Immune Responses to Pathogen Infection. CRAG is an independent research institution engaged in leading-edge basic and applied plant and farm animal sciences. CRAG is established as a Consortium of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA), Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and University of Barcelona (UB). The Center is located at the UAB campus, and currently hosts 200 members from across the world. Research Programs at CRAG (from basic science to applied research using plant experimental model sy...
Identificación y caracterización de determinantes de patogenicidad y virulencia en la bacteria patógena de plantas Pseudomonas syringae , mediante genómica comparativa y funcional. Contrato de 18 meses, con posibilidad de extensión. Se requiere título de doctor; deseable experiencia en el análisis de genomas, biología molecular, manipulación de patógenos de plantas y ensayos de patogenicidad en plantas. Persona de contacto: Dr. Jesús Murillo, Tlf. 948 169133 jesus.murillo@unavarra.es http://www.unavarra.es/pdi?uid=438 Convocatoria: https://www.unavarra.es/digitalAssets/220/220943_100000convocatoria.pdf Plazo de solicitud: Desde el 5 de mayo hasta cinco días hábiles después de su publicación en el Boletín Oficial de Navarra
Position description: The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University, in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station, is seeking three highly motivated seasonal research technicians for Summer 2016 to assist with a project investigating soil heating processes and the effects of soil heating on soil carbon, nutrients, seedbanks and hardwood regeneration in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Two technicians will be key assistants in vegetation, soil and fuels field measurements and sampling near Ashland, WI, and the third technician will be responsible for maintaining a seed germination study near Rhinelander, WI. However, all technicians will participate in field and greenhouse responsibilities during periods of high activity. The research technicians will be supervised by (and will work closely with) the Project Manager (Dr. Paulo Pereira) and will be responsible for performing all measurements and sampling related to the project. Opportunity wil...
The Max-Planck-Institute for Plant Breeding Research, the University of Cologne and the Heinrich Heine-University Dusseldorf invite applications for three-year doctoral positions in the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) in Cologne, Germany. The IMPRS is intended for highly motivated students with a strong training in plant molecular sciences. The constellation of participating institutions provides excellent conditions in the area of plant sciences with expertise in molecular plant genetics, plant biochemistry, cell biology, bioinformatics, and mathematical modelling of biological processes. The training includes regular seminars, yearly retreats, supervision by a thesis committee, and soft skill and practical courses on modern laboratory techniques. The program is taught in English and open to students from all countries holding a Masters or equivalent degree. For detailed information about the application process and the doctoral program please visit the IMPRS h...
We invite applications for a postdoctoral scientist who will study how locally adapted populations of tussock species (Eriophorum vaginatum) respond differently to changing climate and affect ecosystem function and biogeochemical cycling in the Arctic tundra in northern Alaska.
The Department of Biology and Marine Biology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in plant biology beginning August 2014. Candidates with research interests in plant systematics or any area of plant metabolism at the molecular, cell or organismal levels, are particularly encouraged to apply. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, maintaining an active research program, and directing graduate students. Graduate curricula include Masters programs in Biology and Marine Biology as well as a Ph.D. program in Marine Biology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience. State of the art science buildings, an extensive algal and vascular plant herbarium and the Center for Marine Science provide excellent support for research. For additional information on faculty and programs see: www.uncw.edu/bio and www.uncw.edu/cmsr . To apply, complete the online application process at http://consensus....
