[Arabidopsis] Two Postdoctoral Positions, Arabidopsis stress signaling

[lauzim2 from ntu.edu.tw]

Two Postdoctoral Positions, Arabidopsis, National Taiwan University.

1) A three-year postdoctoral position is available in Laurent  
Zimmerli?s lab at the National Taiwan University in Taipei. The  
position is available immediately. We are interested in Arabidopsis  
stress perception. The chemical beta amino-butyric acid (BABA)  
enhances Arabidopsis stress resistance by potentiating plant defense  
mechanisms, a still poorly understood phenomenon called ?priming?.  
BABA-priming is a general mechanism (i.e. observed during the response  
to unrelated stresses). The research will focus on the  
characterization of newly discovered genes involved in BABA-priming.  
The candidate should have a good understanding of plant stress and  
developmental biology. Candidates with strong skills in Arabidopsis  
molecular genetics are preferred. Proven ability to write scientific  
papers is desirable. Chinese language skills are NOT required and  
international scientists are encouraged to apply.

2) We are also looking for a candidate willing to apply for a two-year  
postdoctoral position in Laurent Zimmerli?s lab through a grant  
application. To maximize grant application success the candidate  
should have published (or accepted for publication) at least one  
article as first author in an international peer reviewed journal (IF  
 > 4). The project involves the characterization of Arabidopsis  
mutant(s) defective in nonhost resistance. Applicants must have  
expertise in plant pathology and molecular genetics. The working  
language in the lab is English, thus international scientists are  
encouraged to apply.

The National Taiwan University is the most renowned university in  
Taiwan and provides excellent conditions for research. This university  
is located in Taipei, a vibrant and amazing city. Taiwan offers great  
recreation opportunities such as mountain hiking, snorkeling and nice  
beaches.

For further information please check out our website at  
http://plantbio.lifescience.ntu.edu.tw/english/zimmerli.htm

Contact person:

Laurent Zimmerli
Assistant Professor
National Taiwan University
Institute of Plant Biology
Rm 1150, Life Science Building
No. 1, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Road
Taipei 106
Taiwan

Email: lauzim2 from ntu.edu.tw
Phone: +886-2-3366 9659