From medicago from net.bio.net Thu Oct 2 11:33:41 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 2 11:37:18 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Two Faculty positions in Plant Biology Message-ID: <48E4F7E5.9080408@umn.edu> Please post this job posting on your medicago board. If you have more questions, or need more info, please let me know. Thanks! Patrice Myers _________________________________________________________________ Title: Two Faculty Positions in Plant Biology Employer: University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Location: Minneapolos/St. Paul, Minnesota The Department of Plant Biology at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professorships in Computational or Systems Biology & Evolutionary Biology. Review of applications will commence November 8, 2008. Full details: http://www.cbs.umn.edu/plantbio/employment/ From medicago from net.bio.net Wed Oct 8 23:21:32 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 9 07:26:45 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Two Faculty Positions in Plant Biology (Updated) Message-ID: Title: Two Faculty Positions in Plant Biology Employer: University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Location: Minneapolos/St. Paul, Minnesota The Department of Plant Biology at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professorships in Computational or Systems Biology & Evolutionary Biology. Review of applications will commence November 8, 2008. Full details: http://www.cbs.umn.edu/plantbio/employment/ From medicago from net.bio.net Thu Oct 16 10:21:43 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 23 09:29:58 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Advertisement for Faculty Position Message-ID: Please place the following advertisement on your website. Assistant or Associate Professor, Computational Biology for Plant Breeding and Genetics, 9-month, tenured or tenure-track position, Dept. of Agronomy and Plant Genetics, University of Minnesota. For detailed description and application requirements see http://employment.umn.edu and search for requisition #158294. Application reviews begin November 30, 2008. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Let me know if there is a charge for this posting. Jeanne Davy Sr. Administrative Director Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics University of Minnesota 411 Borlaug Hall 1991 Upper Buford Circle St. Paul, MN 55108-6026 Ph - 612-625-1937 Fax - 612-625-1268 Email - davyx001@umn.edu From medicago from net.bio.net Thu Oct 23 09:16:41 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 23 09:30:29 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Postdoctoral position-Plant Molecular Genetics/Genomics/Proteomics-Delaware State University Message-ID: <68EE62A7AEFD478BB2C7EBADC30DDFAD@YOUR75A2502B97> Post Doctoral Research Associate -Plant Molecular Genetics/Plant Genomics/Plant Proteomics Currently accepting applications for a Post Doctoral Research Associate in the Dept. of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Delaware State University, Dover, DE starting in the end of 2008. Please send an email with a current CV/resume, and letter of interest to Dr. Venu Kalavacharla ( vkalavacharla@desu.edu, phone: 302-857-6492). General Description of the Job Applicants for this position will have a Ph.D. in molecular genetics/genomics/proteomics with advanced experience and interest in molecular genetics, genomics, proteomics and plant tissue culture. Experience working with the genetics of plant host-pathogen interactions, construction of genomic and cDNA libraries, RNA interference is an added plus. Essential Functions The following are the functions essential to performing this job. 1. Conduct plant molecular genetics/genomics/proteomics research and manage laboratory, greenhouse and growth room experiments. 2. Communicate effectively with faculty, students, DSU Administrators and professional groups. 3. Provide leadership by encouraging excellence in research, education and outreach activities that are undertaken by the Plant Molecular Genetics & Genomics group. 4. Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, technician, and other laboratory staff in research programs. 5. Serves as a representative for activities of the Plant Molecular Genetics & Genomics group and promote its best interests. Other Functions Individuals in this job may be assigned one or more of the following tasks on a rotating or as-needed basis. 1. Mentor laboratory research personnel including undergraduate and graduate students and technician. 2. High school and Community outreach. 3. Research in area(s) of expertise. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. 1. Research experience in molecular genetics and genomics 2. Ability to work successfully with diverse students and faculty. 3. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Qualification Standards 1. Earned Ph.D. level degree and work experience in Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Molecular Genetics/Proteomics/Genomics/Plant Pathology/Plant Biology 2. Experience in advanced molecular genetic, genomic and proteomic techniques 3. Not required but added plus: Prior experience in plant tissue culture, host-pathogen interactions and/or working with model or non-model plant species, management of laboratory, greenhouse, and growth room experiments and mentoring students. Performance Standards The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Successful completion of the tasks listed as essential functions. 2. Publication and professional presentations. 3. Lab management and mentoring abilities. Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex or disability. Venu (Kal) Kalavacharla Ph.D. Plant Molecular Genetics & Genomics Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources Delaware State University Dover, DE 19901 Ph:(302) 857-6492 Fax:(302) 857-6402 Email: vkalavacharla@desu.edu From medicago from net.bio.net Thu Oct 23 09:57:09 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 23 09:57:05 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Technician position available at CNRGV France In-Reply-To: <68EE62A7AEFD478BB2C7EBADC30DDFAD@YOUR75A2502B97> References: <68EE62A7AEFD478BB2C7EBADC30DDFAD@YOUR75A2502B97> Message-ID: <009701c9351f$a051e630$1b676393@cnrgv.toulouse.inra.fr> Technician position at the FRENCH PLANT GENOMIC RESOURCE CENTER The French Plant Genomic Resource Centre (CNRGV) is a national platform responsible for preserving and maintaining plant genomic libraries produced in the context of major projects by internationally-renowned laboratories. A technician position is available to participate in the achievement of the main missions of this laboratory including genomic libraries management and screening. See description in the attached file. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research experience, interests, and the names and email addresses for at least one reference to: Dr. BERGES : +33 5 61 28 55 65 hberges@toulouse.inra.fr --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr Helene BERGES Director of the French Plant Genomic Resource Center INRA - CNRGV Chemin de Borde Rouge BP 52627 31326 Castanet Tolosan FRANCE Tel : 33(0) 561 28 55 65 Fax : 33(0) 561 28 55 64 Port : 06 07 95 89 01 Email : hberges@toulouse.inra.fr http://cnrgv.toulouse.inra.fr/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- From medicago from net.bio.net Thu Oct 23 09:57:09 2008 From: medicago from net.bio.net (medicago@net.bio.net) Date: Thu Oct 23 09:57:15 2008 Subject: [Medicago] Technician position available at CNRGV France In-Reply-To: <68EE62A7AEFD478BB2C7EBADC30DDFAD@YOUR75A2502B97> References: <68EE62A7AEFD478BB2C7EBADC30DDFAD@YOUR75A2502B97> Message-ID: <009701c9351f$a051e630$1b676393@cnrgv.toulouse.inra.fr> Technician position at the FRENCH PLANT GENOMIC RESOURCE CENTER The French Plant Genomic Resource Centre (CNRGV) is a national platform responsible for preserving and maintaining plant genomic libraries produced in the context of major projects by internationally-renowned laboratories. A technician position is available to participate in the achievement of the main missions of this laboratory including genomic libraries management and screening. See description in the attached file. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research experience, interests, and the names and email addresses for at least one reference to: Dr. BERGES : +33 5 61 28 55 65 hberges@toulouse.inra.fr --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr Helene BERGES Director of the French Plant Genomic Resource Center INRA - CNRGV Chemin de Borde Rouge BP 52627 31326 Castanet Tolosan FRANCE Tel : 33(0) 561 28 55 65 Fax : 33(0) 561 28 55 64 Port : 06 07 95 89 01 Email : hberges@toulouse.inra.fr http://cnrgv.toulouse.inra.fr/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------