The Swammerdam Institute for Life Sciences (SILS), Faculty of Science at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) is inviting applications for a PhD position in Plant Molecular Biology.
Research themes:
- Cell & Systems Biology
- Neurosciences
- Microbiology
- Green Life Sciences
About the position:
- The selected candidate will be part of a team that aims to elucidate the mechanism of volatile perception in plants.
- The team will develop new proteomics based tools and transcriptomic approaches to identify molecular players of volatile perception in plants.
- Techniques involved are: transcriptome analyses, protein affinity assays, plant transformation including CRISPR/Cas9-technology, GC-MS analyses and several bioassays with plant pathogens to identify and functionally analyse genes of interest.
Requirements:
- Applicant must hold Master’s in Plant Molecular Biology and preferentially have experience in working with DNA, RNA, proteins and plant transformation.
- Affinity with specialized metabolites is appreciated, but not essential.
- Applicant must have excellent communication skills and must be able to work both independently and in a team.
Duration: maximum for 04 years (18 months plus a further 30 months after a positive evaluation)
Applications:
- Apply online and application must include:
- CV (including contact details of two academic referees);
- Letter of motivation.
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| Organization | University of Amsterdam (UvA) |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Fellowship Level | Doctoral |
| Subject areas | Plant Molecular Biology |
| Fellowship amount | €2,325 to €2,972 gross per month |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree |
| Deadline | 27 February 2019 |
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