From Carolyn.Lawrence from ARS.USDA.GOV Fri Nov 14 10:27:31 2008 From: Carolyn.Lawrence from ARS.USDA.GOV (Carolyn Lawrence) Date: Mon Nov 17 10:06:20 2008 Subject: [Maize] Opportunity to manage community contributions for maize annotation Message-ID: Open position: Maize Genome Annotation Postdoctoral Curator Location: Ames, IA, USA Degree Required: Doctorate Area of Study: Genome analysis, maize genetics, or related discipline Responsibilities: We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral researcher to organize the maize community for genome annotation. Excellent communication skills are imperative. Duties include coordinating activities for the maize genome annotation effort, recruiting community experts to oversee annotation of particular gene families and chromosomal locations of their specific interest, training researchers and students to use the yrGATE annotation tool, managing the activation of community annotations for inclusion in the official annotation releases, and carrying out novel analyses of the genome as interesting questions emerge. The position is for two years. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should e-mail their CVs and the names and contact information of three references as a pdf attachment to Drs. Carolyn J. Lawrence and Volker Brendel at at carolyn.lawrence@ars.usda.gov and vbrendel@iastate.edu, respectively. From Carolyn.Lawrence from ARS.USDA.GOV Fri Nov 14 10:36:52 2008 From: Carolyn.Lawrence from ARS.USDA.GOV (Carolyn Lawrence) Date: Mon Nov 17 10:06:24 2008 Subject: [Maize] Two open technical positions ancillary to MaizeGDB Message-ID: Two open positions: POPcorn programmer and POPcorn solution/application architect Location: Ames, IA, USA Degree Required: Bachelors Area of Study: Computer Science/Computational Biology, etc. Responsibilities: The MaizeGDB group is launching POPcorn (PrOject Portal for corn), a needs-driven resource and data pipeline. POPcorn will make available (1) a centralized Web-accessible resource to search and browse ongoing maize genomics projects, (2) a single, stand-alone tool that makes use of Web services and minimal data warehousing to enable researchers to carry out sequence searches at one location that return matches for all participating projects? related resources, and (3) a set of tools that enable collaborators to migrate their data to MaizeGDB, the long-term model organism database for maize genetic and genomic information, at their projects conclusion. The POPcorn Programmer, in coordination with the Solution/Application Architect, will adapt the existing PGROP software for the POPcorn project, interact with participating websites technical personnel directly by traveling to meetings and project sites, and define and implement data handling protocols for both POPcorn and the data upload tools for MaizeGDB. The Solution/Application Architect will travel to meetings and project sites to communicate with the participating projects personnel, analyze collaborators software architectures and database systems, and use his/her technical expertise to propose solutions to guide the POPcorn Programmer in the creation of Web services solutions for POPcorn's sequence analysis capabilities as well as in the creation of data upload tools for MaizeGDB. Other requirements include: Experience with Web services, Unix/Linux, Perl, PHP, HTML, and Javascript. Familiarity with bioinformatic sequence analysis is desirable. Application Instructions: Apply online following instructions available at http:// www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=76623. Feel free to contact Carolyn Lawrence at carolyn.lawrence@ars.usda.gov for more information. From msachs from uiuc.edu Mon Nov 17 10:15:57 2008 From: msachs from uiuc.edu (Marty Sachs) Date: Mon Nov 17 10:16:49 2008 Subject: [Maize] Postdoc position available Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position at Penn State Plant Molecular Genetics and Genomics Seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study molecular genetic diversity and perform Association/QTL Mapping in Jatropha Curcas, a biofuel feedstock plant species. The incumbent will join an international multi-disciplinary team that includes plant molecular biologists, plant breeders and plant biotechnologists. A Ph.D. degree in a plant science discipline with experience in Marker Development, Association/QTL Mapping, Genetic Diversity, and Bioinformatics is required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Attractive salary and fringe benefits package are available. The position is available immediately. Send (via email) a letter of research interest and professional goals, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three referees to Dr. Majid Foolad, Department of Horticulture, 102 Tyson Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. For additional information: phone: 814-865-5408 or email: mrf5@psu.edu. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. -- ******************************************************* Majid R. Foolad, PhD Professor of Plant Genetics Department of Horticulture 217 Tyson Building The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 USA Phone: 814-865-5408 Fax: 814-863-6139 Email: mrf5@psu.edu Website: http://hortweb.cas.psu.edu/dept/faculty/foolad/foolad.html ******************************************************* From jyoti.r.rout from monsanto.com Mon Nov 17 10:43:54 2008 From: jyoti.r.rout from monsanto.com (ROUT, JYOTI R [AG/1000]) Date: Mon Nov 17 11:06:33 2008 Subject: [Maize] Two open Res. Assoc. positions at Monsanto Company Message-ID: <8F039817F666C24BB296C135151ED7EE0227824F@NA2551EXM01.na.ds.monsanto.com> Two open positions: Research Associate Location: Saint Louis, MO, USA Degree Required: Bachelors / Masters Area of Study: Transgenic Trait Integration Group: Breeding Technology Function: Research & Development Req Number: mons-00009437 Responsibilities: We are seeking highly talented and experienced scientist(s) with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Physiology. The individual will be part of a larger multi-disciplinary effort and contribute and advance our understanding aimed at developing methods for process discovery and advancing the knowledge base around speeding-up of the trait integration process. Successful applicants will work in a team based environment, and interact cross functionally within the organization Required Skills: Applicants should have a degree in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or other related field with approximately 5 years of laboratory experience (BS candidates) or 1-2 years of laboratory experience (MS candidates) A solid background in imaging technologies including fluorescence/confocal microscopy, and/or molecular biology technologies such as cloning, and/or plant tissue culture and/or manipulation of plant growth and development is required. The ideal candidate will also have excellent oral and written communication skills, project leadership ability and be highly motivated and results-oriented. Application Instructions: Apply online following instructions available at http://www.monsanto.com/careers/opportunities/united_states.asp Please feel free to contact Jyoti Rout at jyoti.r.rout@monsanto.com for more information. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This e-mail message may contain privileged and/or confidential information, and is intended to be received only by persons entitled to receive such information. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately. Please delete it and all attachments from any servers, hard drives or any other media. Other use of this e-mail by you is strictly prohibited. All e-mails and attachments sent and received are subject to monitoring, reading and archival by Monsanto, including its subsidiaries. The recipient of this e-mail is solely responsible for checking for the presence of "Viruses" or other "Malware". Monsanto, along with its subsidiaries, accepts no liability for any damage caused by any such code transmitted by or accompanying this e-mail or any attachment. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From pj37 from cornell.edu Tue Nov 18 14:04:31 2008 From: pj37 from cornell.edu (Pankaj Jaiswal) Date: Tue Nov 18 14:08:55 2008 Subject: [Maize] Pathway curator position Message-ID: <492311BF.8080001@cornell.edu> Oregon State University Research Associate (Post Doc); immediate opening Research Associate (Post Doc), Department of Botany and Plant Pathology, Oregon State University, working as a pathway database curator. Full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. The anticipated duration of the position is 3 years, but annual reappointment is at the discretion of the Department Head. This position is required to develop a comprehensive catalog of rice and other cereal plant metabolic pathways and enzymes. The project expands the coverage of metabolic pathways from Rice to all known pathways in major cereal plants. This database will be used as a reference database to generate other organism-specific plant pathway databases such as for maize and wheat. The curator will be responsible for development, curation and maintenance of the Pathway databases on Gramene in following ways. Required qualifications include PhD in Biochemistry, Biological Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related field; 2-5 years of experience working in wet lab research specializing in biochemical and/or regulatory pathways, enzyme kinetics, gene regulation; and have a demonstrated ability for independent and critical thinking, excellent communication skills in oral and written presentations in English and ability to work in teams. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity; and experience with Linux and Windows operating system and programming in Perl, Java and HTML editing is highly desirable. To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0003545 at http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). Closing date 12/12/08. Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs. -- Pankaj Jaiswal From Kay.Simmons from ARS.USDA.GOV Thu Nov 20 13:57:41 2008 From: Kay.Simmons from ARS.USDA.GOV (Simmons, Kay) Date: Thu Nov 20 14:00:29 2008 Subject: [Maize] USDA-ARS Research Leader position - Ames, IA Message-ID: Job Announcement Number: ARS-X9W-0032 Seeking a dynamic scientist to serve as Research Leader of a diverse Unit engaged in developing an integrated approach for managing and improving corn, soybean, and other cereal crops; and to develop and conduct a personal research program that complements existing Unit research projects. For details, please see full announcement at: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=77065218&AVSDM=2008-11-03+00%3A03%3A01&Logo=0&jbf574=AG03&lid=17602&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&FedPub=Y&caller=/agency_search.asp&SUBMIT1.x=76&SUBMIT1.y=10 -- Kay Simmons National Program Leader Plant Genetics & Grain Crops USDA, Agricultural Research Service 5601 Sunnyside Ave., Room 4-2202 George Washington Carver Center Beltsville, MD 20705 phone: 301-504-5560 cell phone: 301-529-1180 fax: 301-504-6191 http://www.ars.usda.gov/research/NP301 http://www.ars.usda.gov/research/NP302 From kdevos from uga.edu Wed Nov 26 08:15:28 2008 From: kdevos from uga.edu (Katrien M. Devos) Date: Wed Nov 26 09:37:06 2008 Subject: [Maize] FW: Post-doc positions available Message-ID: <004801c94fc9$0dc317c0$60aeddc3@DEVOSKD183> Post-Doc Positions Available - University of Georgia, Athens, USA 1. Genetic Analysis of Switchgrass, a Bioenergy Crop A 3-year postdoctoral position is available to work on a DOE-funded project to enhance our understanding of the genetics of switchgrass, Panicum virgatum. Switchgrass is a grass native to the USA and has many characteristics which make it suitable for development as a bioenergy crop. It is currently bred and grown for forage. Nevertheless, very little is known about the genetics of switchgrass. Switchgrass is predominantly tetraploid or octoploid, depending on the ecotype, and is an outcrossing species. The project will involve marker development, genetic mapping, linkage disequilibrium studies, and diversity and association analyses, and is part of a larger initiative that focuses on enhancing the bioconversion potential of switchgrass. Individuals interested in the position should send a Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact information for at least three people who can provide recommendations, to Katrien M. Devos, Dept. of Crop and Soil Sciences and Dept. of Plant Biology, 3111 Miller Plant Sciences, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 ( kdevos@uga.edu). The preferred start date for the position is February 1st 2009. Salary will be commensurate with appropriate experience. Review of applications will start on December 22nd and continue until a suitable applicant has been found. 2. Genetic Analysis of Foxtail Millet, a Model for Switchgrass A 3-year postdoctoral position is available to work on a USDA/DOE-funded project to develop foxtail millet as a model for switchgrass. Switchgrass is being developed as a bioenergy crop, but its polyploid and largely self-incompatible nature will complicate genetic analyses. Foxtail millet, Setaria italica, a food crop grown mainly in Asia, is a close relative of switchgrass and has the advantages, at least from a genetic point of view, of being diploid and having a small and stable genome. The foxtail millet genome will be sequenced by the DOE-Joint Genome Initiative and a 4X sequence is expected to be available by Spring 2009. A mapping population is being developed between Yugu1, the foxtail millet variety selected for sequencing, and a S. viridis accession. S. viridis is the presumed progenitor of foxtail millet. The project will involve sequencing of S. viridis using next-generation sequencing technology, comparative analysis of the S. italica and S. viridis sequence to identify SNP markers, construction of a genetic map and anchoring of the sequence to the genetic map. Individuals interested in the position should send a Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact information for at least three people who can provide recommendations, to Katrien M. Devos, Dept. of Crop and Soil Sciences and Dept. of Plant Biology, 3111 Miller Plant Sciences, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 ( kdevos@uga.edu). The preferred start date for the position is February 1st 2009. Salary will be commensurate with appropriate experience. Review of applications will start on December 22nd and continue until a suitable applicant has been found. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Katrien M. Devos Dept. of Crop and Soil Sciences, and Dept. of Plant Biology 3111 Miller Plant Sciences Building University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 Tel: (706) 542-0925 Fax: (706) 542-0914 E-mail: kdevos@uga.edu