MOLECULAR GENETICIST
$46 - 51k + Superannuation
CSIRO Forestry and Forest Products
Canberra, ACT
We are seeking to appoint a molecular geneticist to work on the genetic
basis of key quantitative traits for eucalypt breeding programs. Initial
focus will be on wood and pulp traits and rooting ability in eucalypt
plantation species. You will join a team which is carrying out research on
molecular breeding of forest tree crops and assessment of genetic resources
of native forests.
The person we are seeking must have a PhD with training in molecular
biology/genetics and will have wide experience in molecular techniques,
including DNA marker technologies. Experience in genetic mapping, QTL
analysis and cDNA library construction will be favourably regarded.
Demonstrated ability to write and communicate orally will be required. The
appointment will be for a period of five years.
For further information contact Dr Gavin Moran on ph (06) 2818208, fax (06)
2818312, email gavin.moran at cbr.for.csiro.au
The duty statement and selection criteria for the position can be obtained
from Keran Niquet (Ph: (06) 2818352, Fax: (06) 2818312, email
keran.niquet at cbr.for.csiro.au).
Applications must quote reference 96/0318 and include the names and
addresses of two professional referees and be forwarded to:
The Divisional Personnel Manager
CSIRO Forestry and Forest Products
PO Box 4008, Queen Victoria Terrace
Canberra, ACT 2600
and should reach us by 19th October 1996.
Dr Gavin F. Moran Ph 616 2818208
CSIRO Division of Forestry Fax 616 2818312
and Forest Products
PO Box 4008 Email gavin.moran at cbr.for.csiro.au
Queen Victoria Terrace
ACT 2600
