Postdoctoral Position at Cornell University – Plant-Aphid Interactions
A postdoc position to study Arabidopsis-aphid interactions is available in
the laboratory of Georg Jander at the Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant
Research in Ithaca, New York. Responsibilities of the successful candidate
will include design and implementation of experiments to investigate plant
metabolic responses to aphid infestation, as well as aphid responses to
plant metabolites. Development of additional areas of interest within the
scope of the project is encouraged. Funding is available for two years,
beginning in January, 2008. Candidates with backgrounds in biochemistry,
plant physiology, molecular biology, or genetics encouraged to apply. Prior
experience with HPLC and/or MS analysis of small molecules is important for
this position.
The Boyce Thompson Institute is a private non-profit research organization
located on the campus of Cornell University, which has a large, active
plant research community. Ithaca is located in upstate New York and
provides a pleasant university-town living environment with many outdoor
recreational opportunities. Further information about the Boyce Thompson
Institute and its facilities can be found at
<http://bti.cornell.edu/>http://bti.cornell.edu/.
Applications should include a cover letter detailing research interests and
experience, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. To apply
for the position or for more information, please contact Georg Jander,
Boyce Thompson Institute, Ithaca, NY 14853; email =
<mailto:gj32 from cornell.edu>gj32 from cornell.edu; phone = (607) 254-1365. Review
of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position
is filled. The Boyce Thompson Institute is an equal opportunity employer.
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Georg Jander
Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research
Tower Road
Ithaca, NY 14853
gj32 from cornell.edu
Phone: 607-254-1365
FAX: 607-254-2958
