Postdoc – Technical Root Development, Norwich, UK

Postdoc engineering root development: Join Dr. Sarah Guiziou’s lab and the Engineering Biology Consortium at the Earlham Institute and contribute to an exciting research project focused on root development and engineering with potential implications for sustainable agriculture in the context of climate change.

Postdoctoral Fellow – Technical Root Development

Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow

Research area: Plant biology, molecular biology, synthetic biology, single cell sequencing, root architecture, sustainable agriculture

Location: Norwich, United Kingdom

Authorization/Qualification:

• PhD/DPhil in Biology, bioengineering or biochemistry
• Experience in plant development and molecular biology
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work productively in a multidisciplinary team
• Interest in synthetic biology (previous experience not necessarily required)

Job description:

• Elucidation of lateral root development with high resolution using integrase-based trackers
• Development of root architecture via cell fate-specific integrase switches
• Training in synthetic biology, plant biology and single cell sequencing
• Supervision of technicians and doctoral students
• Access to core competency training and all academic facilities at Earlham Institute

Application:
Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and explaining how you meet the job requirements.

Deadline for application: 21 August 2024

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