We seek a post-doctoral researcher to assess the role of protein kinase cascades and transcription factors in the regulation of autophagy in Arabidopsis in response to environmental stress. The postdoc will analyze Arabidopsis mutants using genetic, molecular and phosphoproteomic approaches and construct regulatory networks that integrate phosphorylation and transcriptional activation events.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
 Ph.D.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with plant molecular or cell biology; experience with proteomics and bioinformatics; excellent publication record in international journals; no more than 3 years of prior postdoc experience.
Department/Program & College Description:
 Genetics, Development and Cell Biology
Proposed Start Date:
February 1, 2021
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
January 31, 2022
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
Post Docs
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