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You may also want to look at Maize bio.net, an internet forum for sharing information among maize researchers. Assistant/Associate Professor - Pioneer Professor in Maize Breeding Location: Ames,IA Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: plant breeding or a related field Apply By: January 27, 2012 Description: The Raymond F. Baker Center for Plant Breeding and the Department of Agronomy invites applications for a faculty position in plant breeding. The successful candidate for this position shall be known as the Pioneer Assistant/Associate Professor in Maize Breeding. The successful candidate is expected to become a leading authority in plant breeding by combining corn breeding with cutting-edge genomic technologies to address significant questions in quantitative genetics. The successful candidate will lead the research needed to develop and improve contemporary breeding methods. The appointee will be expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills, attract extramural funding, educate graduate students, publish peer-reviewed journal articles, develop germplasm that is useful for asking research questions related to maize improvement, genomic architecture, and quantitative genetics, and work closely with the corn breeding industry. Although cultivar development may occur as part of these activities, this will not be a primary responsibility. The position responsibilities are 70% research and 30% teaching. Teaching of an undergraduate class related to plant breeding or genetics, teaching a graduate class related to plant breeding, and advising undergraduate students are all expectations of the teaching appointment. Participation in curriculum development, outreach programs, and performance of university service are expected. Iowa State University especially seeks candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and outreach. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in plant breeding or a related field; expertise in quantitative genetics, statistics, and/or computer programming; relevant scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals; demonstrated knowledge of genomic and molecular technologies. Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral training in a relevant field; experience leading or participating in multidisciplinary teams; evidence of having successfully secured extramural funding; professional interest, proficiency, and experience teaching or advising students; skill in the application of emerging statistical and molecular technologies to plant breeding; demonstrated accomplishments in quantitative and statistical genetics; documented ability to work collaboratively with researchers, industry, growers, and consumers. Application Instructions See Quick Link Postdoc Location: Lincoln, NE Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Agronomy, plant breeding, genetics Apply By: Unspecified Responsibilities: The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to manage an interdisciplinary project on maize water- and nitrogen-use efficiency. The objectives of the project are:
The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge in agronomy, plant breeding, and genetics. Knowledge of statistics, experimental design, and quantitative genetics is strongly desired. The successful candidate should be comfortable managing field plots and collecting data in the field. Also, frequent travel will be necessary during the summer months. Funding is ensured for two years; extensions are possible. A start date before May 1, 2012 is preferred. Send a cover letter, CV, and a list of at least three references to Dr. Aaron Lorenz (alorenz2@unl.edu). Questions can also be directed to Dr. Lorenz. Applicant screening will begin Jan. 30, 2012. Contact Aaron Lorenz at alorenz2@unl.edu for more information. High-throughput Genotyping/Sequencing Specialist Location: Mexico Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: molecular genetics or an associated discipline Apply By: December 28, 2011 Responsibilities: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is seeking a dynamic and innovative High-throughput Genotyping/Sequencing Specialist with a client-oriented attitude to establish a Genetic-Analysis Service based on genotyping-by-sequencing (GBS) in partnership with Diversity Arrays Technology P/L (DArT). The Service will be located in Mexico and will initially focus on characterizing maize and wheat genetic resources for the Seeds of Discovery (SeeD) initiative coordinated by CIMMYT. SeeD has the ambitious goal of comprehensively characterizing the world’s largest germplasm collections of maize and wheat, which comprise hundreds of thousands of genotypes.
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CIMMYT is an internationally funded, nonprofit, scientific research, training and development organization dedicated to improving the nutrition, food security and livelihoods of the world’s poor. CIMMYT is a global leader in maize and wheat germplasm preservation, trait discovery, breeding, cropping-systems improvement, and socio-economic analysis for the developing world. The Center has an annual budget of US$100 million and employs approximately 700 staff, including over 100 internationally recruited staff. Besides its headquarters and four research stations in Mexico, CIMMYT has regional centers and offices in twelve other countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The position is based in Mexico. It is for an initial period of 3 years, with the likelihood of periodic renewals subject to performance and availability of funding. We offer an attractive remuneration package comprising a base salary and a range of benefits, commensurate to the candidate’s skills.CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Other requirements include: Apply online no later than December 28th, 2011, go to www.cimmyt.org. Click on “About us – Job Opportunities-2011/29 Position”. Please complete on-line application, including your Cover Letter, competencies and experience for the position and a detailed CV/Resume. Technology development and dissemination leader Cereal Systems Initiative for South Asia (CSISA) Location: India Degree Required: Masters Area of Study: agricultural sciences and/or Management Apply By: January 10, 2011 Responsibilities:The Cereal Systems Initiative for South Asia (‘CSISA’) is collaborative research and outreach for development program launched in 2009 with funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the US Agency for International Development. It combines the strengths of several members of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (IRRI, CIMMYT, IFPRI, ILRI, and WorldFish) in collaboration with a large number of public and private sector partners in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Pakistan. The overall goal of CSISA is to increase food and income security in South Asia through the accelerated development and inclusive deployment of new varieties, sustainable and productive management technologies, and innovative policies. CSISA also endeavors to place technologies in the context of markets, risk, and other barriers that, without complementary strategies, can constrain advances in production and improvements in livelihoods.
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The position will be based at CIMMYT office in Delhi, India and requires extensive regional travel. The position is for an initial fixed-term contract of three years, after which further employment is subject to performance. CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package paid in US dollars, with a range of benefits including housing allowance, life and health insurance, education allowance (to Grade 12), home leave, retirement fund, and relocation shipping assistance. CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Other requirements include: Apply online no later than January 10th, 2012.At www.cimmyt.org, click on “About us – Job Opportunities- 2011/28 Position” Please complete the online application, including your cover letter, competencies and experience for the position, and a detailed CV/resume. Maize Breeding and Seed Systems Post-Doctoral Fellow or Associate Scientist Location: Kenya Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: plant breeding Responsibilities: Use your skills in plant breeding and seed systems to help ensure food security for the poor in Africa! The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is looking for an innovative, results-oriented young scientist with excellent skills in plant breeding and seed systems to support the development and deployment of high-yielding, stress-tolerant maize germplasm in Sub-Saharan Africa. The scientist will work as a member of CIMMYT’s Global Maize Program (GMP), and will play a key role in a large multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional team focusing on improving the productivity of maize-legume systems in eastern and southern Africa. The position will be based at the CIMMYT office in Nairobi, Kenya, but will involve frequent travel, including to other CIMMYT field sites in Africa, besides active collaboration with public and private seed enterprises, and local and international partners.
The position is for an initial fixed-term of three years, renewable based on performance and availability of funds. CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package paid in US dollars, with a range of benefits including housing allowance, life and health insurance, education allowance (to Grade 12), home leave, retirement fund, and relocation shipping assistance. CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Other requirements include: Apply online no later than December 5, 2011. At www.cimmyt.org, click on “About us – Job Opportunities- 2011/13 Position” Please complete the online application, including your cover letter, competencies and experience for the position, and a detailed CV/resume. For further information, contact Dr. B.M. Prasanna, Director, Global Maize Program, b.m.prasanna@cgiar.org or the Human Resources Office, jobs-cimmyt@cgiar.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Contact HR Manager at jobs-cimmyt@cgiar.org for more information. Stress Resilient Maize for South Asia – Post- Doctoral Fellow or Associate Scientist Location: Mexico Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Plant Sciences with specialization in stress physiology and/or breeding for stress tolerance Responsibilities: Achieving sustainable food security in a world of growing population and changing diets is a major challenge under climate change. The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is looking for an innovative, results-oriented young scientist with excellent skills in stress physiology, stress breeding and field-based phenotyping to support the development and delivery of high-yielding, stress-tolerant germplasm for Asia. The scientist will work as a member of CIMMYT Global Maize Program (CIMMYT-GMP), and will play a key role in a large multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional team. As the India based member of the CIMMYT-GMP, the selected scientist will also work closely with CIMMYT’s research teams in the region, as well as partners in advanced research institutes, national research programs, seed companies, and the CCAFS (CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security) community, for enhancing the adaptation of m!
aize to climate change, and to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in the developing world.
The position will be based in India but will involve travel to other CIMMYT field sites in Asia on a regular basis. The position is initially available for three years and may lead to a career path position. CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package paid in US dollars, with a range of benefits including housing allowance, life and health insurance, education allowance (to Grade 12), home leave, and relocation shipping assistance. CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Other requirements include: At www.cimmyt.org, click on “About us – Job Opportunities- 2011/23 Position” Please complete the online application, including your cover letter, competencies and experience for the position, and a detailed CV/resume. For further information, contact Dr. B.M. Prasanna, Director, Global Maize Program, b.m.prasanna@cgiar.org or the Human Resources Office, jobs-cimmyt@cgiar.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Contact HR Manager at jobs-cimmyt@cgiar.org for more information. Post-doc in Evolutionary Genetics Location: Davis, CA, USA Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Evolutionary Genetics & Genomics Responsibilities: Postdoc in the genomic basis of heterosis at University of California, Davis
Contact Jeffrey Ross-Ibarra at rossibarra@ucdavis.edu for more information. Postdoctoral Scholar - Maize Histological Genetics Location: Newark, DE, USA Degree Required: Doctorate Apply by: October 31, 2011 Co-advisors: Dr. Randall J. Wisser and Dr. Kirk Czymmek; University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA
-R. J. Wisser Laboratory of Quantitative Genetics & Plant Breeding, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences Overview: An opening is now available for a postdoctoral scholar to direct advanced histological analysis of fungal pathogenesis on maize plants. The scholar will couple histology with contemporary imaging tools and statistical analyses to contextualize the genetic basis of plant quantitative defense in terms of its effect on pathogenesis. More specifically, the scholar will lead the characterization of Cochliobolus heterostrophus and Setosphaeria turcica pathogenesis on maize in a spatiotemporal context and develop semi-automated micro-imaging assay pipelines to dissect stages of pathogenesis affected by host resistance QTL. This is an opportunity for an aspiring scholar to take part in an NSF-funded multi-institutional investigation addressing key hypotheses regarding the mechanistic basis of genetic variation in plant quantitative disease resistance; project title: GENETIC AND HISTOLOGICAL DISSECTION OF PHENOTYPIC VARIATION IN RESISTANCE TO MAIZE DISEASES. As a member of a large inter-disciplinary project team, the scholar will be exposed to multiple fields of study including breeding, pathology, genetics, statistics, histology and molecular biology. The scholar will coordinate interactions between participating institutions (Cornell University, North Carolina State University, Iowa State University and USDA-ARS) to gain experience in collaborative and integrative science. Qualifications: A highly skilled and motivated individual with a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Plant Genetics or a related field of study; experience in histology using confocal and/or fluorescence microscopy of plants is preferred. For further details contact Dr. Randall Wisser at rjw@udel.edu. To apply for the position provide a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. PostDoctoral Scholar - Maize Molecular Genetics P. Balint-Kurti Laboratory of Maize Disease Resistance Genetics , USDA-ARS at NCSU, Raleigh, NC, USA Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Plant Molecular Biology Apply by: October 31, 2011 Overview: An opening is now available for a postdoctoral scholar to work on molecular genetics of maize disease resistance. This is an opportunity for an aspiring scholar to take part in an NSF-funded multi-institutional investigation addressing key hypotheses regarding the mechanistic basis of genetic variation in plant quantitative disease resistance; project title: GENETIC AND HISTOLOGICAL DISSECTION OF PHENOTYPIC VARIATION IN RESISTANCE TO MAIZE DISEASES. As a member of a large inter-disciplinary project team, the scholar will be exposed to multiple fields of study including breeding, pathology, genetics, statistics, histology and molecular biology. The scholar will coordinate interactions between participating institutions (Cornell University, North Carolina State University, Iowa State University and USDA-ARS) to gain experience in collaborative and integrative science. Qualifications: A highly skilled and motivated individual with a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Plant Genetics, Plant Molecular Biology or a related field of study. For further details contact Dr. Peter Balint-Kurti at peter_balintkurti@ncsu.edu. To apply for the position provide a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. PhD in Plant Genetics & Bioinformatics R. J. Wisser Laboratory of Plant Breeding & Genetics, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA Seeking a student to begin by spring semester, February 2012 Location: Newark, DE, USA Degree Required: Bachelors Apply by: December 15, 2011 Overview: An opening is now available for a Ph.D. seeking student interested in studying genome sequence variation and quantitative and population genetics in maize. The Ph.D. candidate will be involved in an NSF-funded multi-institutional investigation addressing key hypotheses regarding the mechanistic basis of genetic variation in plant quantitative disease resistance; project title: GENETIC AND HISTOLOGICAL DISSECTION OF PHENOTYPIC VARIATION IN RESISTANCE TO MAIZE DISEASES. The student will develop their thesis topic based on the following project activities: resequencing of 300 diverse maize inbred lines, characterization of sequence variation across disease-associated loci and genes, and collaborative application of high-resolution association mapping. As a member of a large inter-disciplinary project team, the student will be exposed to multiple fields of study including breeding, pathology, genetics, statistics, histology, and molecular biology. The student will have educational opportunities to attend outside workshops in quantitative and population genetics or bioinformatics as a supplement to UD coursework and present at professional conferences and travel to co-investigating laboratories to build a network with other students and co-investigators. Opportunities are available at UD to attain professional certification in bioinformatics or statistics while pursuing a Ph.D. Qualifications: Prior research experience in genetics, statistics, bioinformatics, and/or related fields of study is required. Candidates with an M.S. degree in a related field are highly encouraged to apply. For further details contact Dr. Randall Wisser at rjw@udel.edu. To apply for the position provide a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. PhD in Plant Pathology and Genetics R. J. Nelson Laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA Seeking a student to begin by spring semester, February 2012 Location: Ithaca, NY, USA Degree Required: Bachelors Apply by: December 15, 2011 Overview: An opening is now available for a Ph.D. seeking student interested in studying pathology and quantitative genetics in maize. The Ph.D. candidate will be involved in an NSF-funded multi-institutional investigation addressing key hypotheses regarding the mechanistic basis of genetic variation in plant quantitative disease resistance; project title: GENETIC AND HISTOLOGICAL DISSECTION OF PHENOTYPIC VARIATION IN RESISTANCE TO MAIZE DISEASES. The student will develop their thesis topic surrounding project activities related to understanding mechanisms of plant defense using a well developed model pathosystem. As a member of a large inter-disciplinary project team, the student will be exposed to multiple fields of study including breeding, pathology, genetics, statistics, histology, and molecular biology. The student will have educational opportunities to attend outside workshops as a supplement to CU coursework and present at professional conferences and travel to co-investigating laboratories to build a network with other students and co-investigators. Qualifications: Prior research experience in pathology, genetics, biology and/or related fields of study is required. Candidates with an M.S. degree in a related field are highly encouraged to apply. For further details contact Dr. Rebecca Nelson at rjn7@cornell.edu. To apply for the position provide a statement of interest, CV, and contact information for three references. Postdoctoral Scholar Location: Lincoln, NE, USA Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Plant Stress Biology Apply by: October 31, 2011 Responsibilities: A postdoctoral position is available in the Walia Lab at University of Nebraska-Lincoln to study abiotic stress tolerance (drought and flooding) in cereals crops. Current work focuses on genomic, physiological and biochemical characterization of genes involved in abiotic stress tolerance. The candidate will use genomics approaches (microarrays, RNA-seq etc.) in combination with automated high-throughput phenotyping data to identify candidate genes regulating stress tolerance. Additional opportunities may also be available depending on individual’s research interests. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, or Plant Genetics, or a closely related field at the time hiring. The candidate must be willing to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. Prior experience with gene expression analysis (RNA-seq, microarrays or real-time PCR), cloning, vector construction, ChIP, transgenic and mutant analysis is highly desirable.! Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of publications and strong interest in crop improvement using genetic and functional genomics approaches. Ability to manage large-scale sequencing data is highly desirable. Initial appointment will be for one year and is renewable for up to 3 years. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidate should apply by email to Dr. Harkamal Walia. The email should include the following: (1) cover letter explaining the research interests, (2) CV, (3) publications or in press articles, and (4) contact information including phone numbers for at least 3 references. Contact Harkamal Walia at hwalia2@unl.edu for more information. 1x PhD and 1x Postdoc in Plant Breeding Location: Munich, Bavaria, Germany Degree Required: Masters Area of Study: (Bio-)Statistics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics Responsibilities: The chair of plant breeding at the Technische Universitaet Muenchen invites applications for a PhD and a postdoc position within the consortium Synbreed (www.synbreed.tum.de). Research interests are focused on the prediction of gene effects on the phenotype based on high-dimensional data. Genomic prediction poses statistical and computational challenges because of the large number of predictors and strong colinearity between them. The successful candidates will develop, implement and apply new statistical methods for the genomic prediction of genetic values in simulated and experimental data. Particular emphasis will be given to mixed models and Bayesian approaches. Other requirements include: We search for candidates with:
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The Technische Universitaet Muenchen pursues the strategic goal of substantially increasing the proportion of women in research and education and thus expressly invites qualified female scientists to apply for this position. Applications with the usual supporting information (CV, certificates, credentials, references and a letter of interest) should be submitted to
chris.schoen@wzw.tum.de Contact Porf. Dr. Chris-Carolin Schoen at chris.schoen@wzw.tum.de for more information. iPlant Genotype to Phenotype Scientific Analyst Location:Tucson, Arizona, USA Degree Required: Masters Area of Study: Life Sciences Responsibilities:
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Contact Mary Margaret Sprinkle at marys@iplantcollaborative.org for more information. Research Director (14370BR) Location: Singapore Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Plant or Biological Science Responsibilities:
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Contact Tracy Lillie at tracy@ecreativegroup.com for more information. Database Curator and Working Group Manager Location:Washington, DC Degree Required: Bachelors Area of Study: biotech, nutrition, agriculture, database management, library science or other relevant field Responsibilities:
Individuals interested in applying for this position should apply to info@ilsi.org. ILSI is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. To learn more about ILSI IFBiC go to www.ILSI.org and click on “International Committees.†Contact Marianna Knight at info@ilsi.org for more information. Last updated 11:05 am, Jan 12, 2012. |
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