A full-time, Research Associate (Postdoc) position to work in Dr. Pankaj
Jaiswal’s lab (www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/) is available
immediately. The person will work on plant genome wide gene expression
analysis. The project includes histological studies, whole genome
transcriptome and proteome data generation and analysis.
Required qualifications include PhD in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology,
Genetics, Biochemistry, Biological Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related
field. Worked previously on gene expression data generation and analysis
in their PhD studies or postdoctoral training. Has demonstrated
expertise in studying plant development, anatomy, histology,
microarrays, gene expression, proteomics, genetics and general
understanding of plant biochemistry and gene regulation. Incumbent must
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; experience working in wet lab research
specializing in microarray, high throughput genome and whole genome
transcription and/or Digital gene expression using newer sequencing
technologies such as those developed by Solexa (Illumina),
454-LifeSciences, etc,; and biochemical and/or regulatory pathways,
enzyme kinetics, gene regulation.
Experience with Linux and Windows operating system, programming in Perl,
Java, C++ is a plus.
Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs.
Application Instructions: To review the position description and apply,
go to posting #0003896 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 03/16/09.
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Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA
Ph. +1-541-737-8471
Fax: +1-541-737-3573
Web: www.gramene.org
www.plantontology.org
