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Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
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Umeå Plant Science Center (UPSC) is one of Europe's strongest research environment for basic plant research (www.upsc.se). The first research engineer position is going to be placed in Nathaniel Street at the Department of Plant Physiology, Umeå University, which is part of UPSC. Our common goal is to understand the adaptability of plants and acclimatization to a changing environment.
Description
To strengthen innovation of biological production using the latest advances in genomic sciences, the Knut and Wallenberg foundation (KAW) has financed several positions at UPSC. The combined genomic projects target innovation in tree species including conifer genome sequencing and re-sequencing to identify genome evolution, genomic base of observed variation in phenotypic traits, RNA-Seq to identify candidate genes and gene networks for adaptive and economically important tree traits, and application of genomic selection to genetic improvement of tree species. We are looking for a first research engineer to conduct field sampling, laboratory works and research on conifer genomic science and genomic selection in Norway spruce and Scots pine. Last day to apply is 20 November 2019.
Understanding genomic base of trait variation and selection based on genome sequencing is a new frontier research area for genetic improvement of animal and plant. You will participate genomics projects of Norway spruce and Scots pine including: (1) Design and organize sampling strategy and supervise sampling of biological material for DNA and RNA extraction; (2) supervise laboratory works related to DNA and RNA extraction, and genotyping; (3) Quantitative genetics analysis and genome-wide association study for quantitative traits including phenology, flower, solid-wood, pulping, bio-energy, disease and adaptive traits; (4) Application of genomic selection to conifer trees.
Qualifications
Highly motivated and team-oriented candidates with experience in biology, molecular genetics, tree genetics and quantitative and population genetics. To qualify, you should have a PhD degree in subjects relevant for the position. Good English communication and writing skills are required.
2 year employment, 60%. Starting 1st of January 2020 or by agreement.
Application
The application should contain:
- A personal letter that describes qualifications, research interests, and motivation for application
- CV with full publication list
- Copies of doctoral degree certificate and other relevant degree certificates and grades,
- Copy of doctoral thesis,
- Contact information of two referees,
- Other documents wished to be claimed.
Applications must be submitted via e-recruitment system Varbi no later than November 20, 2019.
For more information, contact Nathaniel Street or Harry Wu, email: nathaniel.street@umu.se or harry.wu@slu.se.
We look forward to receiving your application!
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Part-time |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 60% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-1585-19 |
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| Published | 07.Oct.2019 |
| Last application date | 20.Nov.2019 |