FACULTY POSITION
The Department of Plant Pathology, Physiology & Weed Science at
Virginia Tech seeks applicants for a tenure track position at the
Assistant Professor level. We seek an ambitious and creative individual
who will employ cellular, molecular, and/or genomic approaches to
understand interactions between plants and microbes. We are interested in
scientists who investigate cellular biology of plant-microbe interactions,
particularly those involving viruses. However, we will consider any
candidate with exceptional potential to complement our existing strengths
in functional and comparative genomics of oömycetes, fungi and bacteria,
and mechanisms of host resistance and innate immunity. The successful
candidate will: 1) develop an extramurally funded, internationally
recognized research program, 2) contribute to graduate-level courses in
plant-microbe interactions, and 3) mentor students. The candidate will
participate in a strong interdepartmental Molecular Plant Science graduate
program. Additional information can be found at
http://www.ppws.vt.edu
and
http://www.molplantsci.org.vt.edu/. Applicants are to submit an online
application for position #081133 at
https://jobs.vt.edu/. A
complete application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a
research & teaching statement and names and complete contact information
of three (3) references. Review of applications will begin on December 15
and will continue until the position is filled or the search is
closed.--11/08
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION
Applications are invited for a three year Postdoctoral fellowship in
the Plant Disease Resistance group at CSIRO Plant Industry Canberra. The
fellow will join a multidisciplinary research team investigating the
molecular basis of gene-for-gene and adult plant rust resistance in model
systems and in cereals. We recently cloned the Lr34 adult plant rust
resistance gene from wheat, in collaboration with the University of
Zurich; the gene operates by a novel mechanism. We seek a highly motivated
postdoctoral fellow to contribute to the investigation of the cellular
biology of the Lr34 resistance protein and its role in adult plant disease
resistance. The project provides an excellent opportunity for the fellow
to make ground-breaking research into a disease resistance gene that has
remained effective for over half a century in commercial agriculture. This
research will provide critical basic science information that underpins
the molecular basis of durable disease resistance. As part of the project
the fellow will be engaged in collaborative links with the Institute of
Plant Biology, University of Zurich. Candidates should have obtained, or
will shortly satisfy the requirements for a PhD degree in molecular
biology/biochemistry or a relevant discipline. Excellent oral and written
communication skills are essential. Application details can be found at:
https://recruitment.csiro.au/asp/job_details.asp?RefNo=2008/1088--10/08
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN FUNGAL SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION AND PATHOGENESIS
Department of Genetics, University of Cordoba, Spain
A two-year postdoctoral position will be open at the Department of
Genetics, University of Cordoba, starting in January 2009. Our group is
interested in the molecular mechanisms underlying fungal pathogenicity. As
a model we are using Fusarium oxysporum, the causal agent of
vascular wilt disease in plants and an emerging opportunistic pathogen of
humans. Candidates will employ a variety of approaches to study
transcription factors and virulence genes functioning downstream of
conserved signalling cascades controlling invasive fungal growth on the
host. Applicants should hold a PhD degree and have a strong background in
molecular genetics and, ideally, signal transduction and/or plant-microbe
interactions. The Department of Genetics is a dynamic and
multi-disciplinary center with state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated to
research both at the fundamental and applied level. The city of Cordoba is
located in the heart of Andalusia in Southern Spain, less than two hours
train from Madrid and one hour from the Mediterranean coast. Informal
enquiries are welcome. Please submit applications including a cover
letter, CV and names and contact information of at least 3 references to:
Prof. Antonio Di Pietro, Departamento de Genética,
Universidad de Córdoba, ge2dipia@uco.es--10/08
POSTDOC MICROBIOLOGY/BACTERIOLOGY
Vacancy number: DPW 08-34
Wageningen University, Laboratory Phytopathology
Location: Wageningen (The Netherlands)
Job description: Genetically modified (GM) crops
may exert unwanted non-target effects on soil microorganisms and influence
key soil processes, including nutrient cycling and regulation of plant
pathogens. In several studies with GM crops, shifts in the soil microflora
have been documented but the meaning of these changes for soil ecosystem
functioning is lacking. The overall goal of this NWO-ERGO-project
is to develop whole-cell bacterial biosensors for monitoring and
predicting the effects of GM crops on soil health. The development of a
generic set of biosensors will be accomplished by i) exploiting current
knowledge of specific antagonistic bacterial species and traits, and ii)
identifying novel bacterial species involved in the disease suppression
function of soils. This project will be carried out in close collaboration
with Dr. P.A.H.M. Bakker (Plant Microbe Interaction group, Utrecht
University, Netherlands). Qualifications: A
microbiologist/bacteriologist with expertise in molecular biology,
genomics, reporter gene constructs and soil microbiology. The candidate
has completed a PhD in molecular biology or microbiology. Good
communication skills are required. Remuneration: A temporary
position for 38 hours per week for one year,
with a possible extension of two years (total 3 years).
We offer a maximum gross wages per
month of € 3247 for a fulltime appointment depending on qualifications and
experience. Information:
Details can be obtained from dr.
J.M. Raaijmakers (jos.raaijmakers@wur.nl; tel.
+31 317 483427) or from dr.
P.A.H.M. Bakker (P.A.H.M.Bakker@uu.nl; tel. +31 30
2536861). Application:
Send your application letter, CV and two letters of
reference before November 1, 2008 to Mrs. D. Wissink, Plant Science
Group, Department Personnel and Organization, Wageningen University, P.O
Box 16, 6700 AA Wageningen, The Netherlands. E-mail:
vacaturemeldingen.psg@wur.nl. When applying for this job always mention
the vacancy number.--9/08