Permanent Research Position in Performance Plants

[Dr. Yafan Huang]

Permanent Researcher Position Available in performance plants



A plant molecular biologist and biochemist position (M.Sc. or Ph.D. 
levels) is immediately available in the Gene Discovery Program at the 
Company's Kingston research facility. Applicants should have a strong 
background in plant molecular genetics and in particular, in 
knowledge of mechanisms that control gene expression.  Knowledge of 
plant hormone signal transduction, biotic and abiotic stresses is 
also advantageous.  The candidate will ideally be detail-orientated, 
well-organized, enthusiastic and able to appreciate goal-based 
research and development.


Performance Plants Inc. is a major Canadian plant biotechnology 
company (www.performanceplants.com), whose mission is to genetically 
engineer plant metabolism to improve agricultural productivity. The 
company headquarter is located in the Bioscience Complex of Queen's 
University, and Kingston is a beautiful city by the Lake Ontario. 
Interested applicants should include a curriculum vitae and the names 
of three references, and should be sent no later than March 15, to 
Louise Thornton, Director of Operations, Performance Plants Inc., 
BioSciences Complex, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, 
K7L 3N6.  Email: 
<mailto:humanresources at performanceplants.com>humanresources at performanceplants.com. 
Fax: 1-(613)-545-3618.  Performance Plants Inc. offers a complete 
benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.