System Identification Number:
6002290

Requisition Number:
0000239185

Posting Origination:
UNT

Department:
Biology (121100)

College/School:
College of Science http://cos.unt.edu

Rank/Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Summary/Basic Function:
The University of North Texas (UNT), Denton, TX, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the BioDiscovery Institute (BDI), to work in the laboratory of Professor Richard A. Dixon. Candidates will work in a team addressing how biotechnologically-driven modifications to plant cell walls cause activation of defense responses.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a molecular biology or genetics-related discipline, experience in applying molecular techniques, including gene editing, to plant systems, and have a proven track record through publications in high quality journals.

Position Type:
Faculty Equivalent

Tenure Status:
Non-Tenure Track

Appointment Basis:
12 Months

Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Non-Tenured Appointment Term:
No Response

Closing Date:
Open Until Search Closed

Review of Applications Begins:
07-01-2019

Required Applicant Documents:
Curriculum Vita
Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications should include a cover letter describing research experience and a curriculum vitae.

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