THE SAINSBURY LABORATORY
Postdoctoral
position in molecular genetics of disease resistance
Two
positions are available in the Two Blades group at the
Sainsbury
Laboratory to join ongoing projects using
state-of-the-art techniques to
identify novel resistance genes
effective against major diseases of
crops.
The successful
candidates will have significant responsibility for
carrying out
the projects with opportunities to develop into leadership
positions.
The main goals of the projects are identification of novel
disease
resistance genes using genetic mapping and next-generation
sequencing
and functional analysis of candidate genes using transient
and
stable expression systems. We seek individuals with
outstanding
talent and abilities in molecular biology and
genetics, a demonstrated
record of achievement in academia or
industry, and an eagerness to work
as part of a collaborative,
multifunctional, international team. The
successful candidates
should have an interest in plant disease
resistance and a desire
to see research outcomes reach practical
application. An
understanding of bioinformatics, including
high-throughput genomic
analysis, next-generation sequencing, and
familiarity with widely
used genomic databases and methods would be
advantageous. Salary
will be within the UEA Research and Analogous staff
Grade 7 scale
at between GBP 29,972 and GBP 35,788 pa; however, the
appointment
level will reflect qualifications, skills, knowledge
and
achievements. The positions are available for two years in the
first
instance from 1 July 2012.
The Sainsbury Laboratory
(TSL) is a world leader in plant and microbial
science that is
dedicated to making fundamental discoveries in the
science of
plant-microbe interactions. TSL has expanded its scientific
mission
not only to continue providing fundamental biological insights
into
plant-pathogen interactions, but also to deliver
novel,
genomics-based solutions that will significantly reduce
losses from
major crop diseases, especially in developing
countries.
For more information please visit
www.tsl.ac.uk
Applicants
should provide a CV, including the names and contact details
of
two or more referees, and a covering letter addressing the
selection
criteria. Please send formal applications, quoting the
reference number
below, either by e-mail to HR@tsl.ac.uk
or by post to Kim Blanchflower,
HR Manager, The Sainsbury
Laboratory, Norwich Research Park, Colney,
Norwich, NR4 7UH,
UK.
Applications will be reviewed from 20 April
2012.
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