The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology has an immediate opening for a Research Associate (Post Doc) to work on a cereal plant genome wide gene expression analysis. This is a full-time, (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position working in Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal's lab ( http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/).

How to Apply:
To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0004455 at http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). For full consideration, apply by 07/31/09 when review of applications will begin.

This position is required to develop a comprehensive gene expression catalog of rice and other cereal plant genes in various the plant development stages. The project includes histological studies, whole genome transcriptome and proteome data generation and analysis. The incumbent will be responsible for designing microarray and whole genome transcriptome/digital gene expression experiment(s) using newer high throughput sequencing technologies developed by Illumina, 454-LifeSciences, etc. Development of methods suitable to the experimental conditions and plant material being investigated, carrying out the experiments on analysis of anatomical samples using microscopy and whole genome transcriptome, data analysis and publication of the results in peer reviewed journals and submission to major data repositories. Besides this, the incumbent will also participate in lab's outreach activities, help in mentoring undergraduates and graduate students.

Successful candidate will work with existing lab personnel and various collaborators that includes project PIs, faculty, highly trained PhD. level bioinformatics specialists, software developers and the department's fellow postdoc and graduate students.

Required qualifications:

• PhD in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biological
  Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related field.
  
• Worked previously on gene expression data generation and analysis in their PhD studies or postdoctoral training. Demonstrated expertise in studying plant development, anatomy, histology, microarrays, gene expression, proteomics, genetics and general understanding of plant biochemistry and gene regulation.
  
• Demonstrated ability for independent and critical thinking, excellent communication skills in oral and written presentations in English and ability to work in teams.
  

Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA