진학프로석·박사 채용 접수 플랫폼

We are seeking a motivated individual to work as a postdoc at the Department of Plant Genetics Breeding and Biotechnology in an OPUS28 project funded by National Science Centre, Poland: “Phosphorus deficiency tolerance in rye (Secale cereale L) - multiple levels (molecular, morphological) and spatiotemporal patterns”

The aim is to precisely characterise various aspect of rye P deficiency response with the overall goal of identifying the key components involved in the molecular regulation of this process. The changes caused by P-deficiency in plants occur at different, molecular and morphological levels and there are multiple response mechanisms, universal and species-specific.

Within the project we propose to (i) gain precise information on the patterns of rye P-deficiency response by analysis of expression levels of selected genes over time and in different plant organs, (ii) perform observations of root anatomical and architectural traits to understand how root system responds to P-deficiency, (iii) uncover the regulatory role of miRNA and lncRNA in rye P-deficiency response, (iv) experimentally determine function of selected rye genes related to P-deficiency response, and (v) discover how plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) influence performance of rye inbred lines with defined P-deficiency tolerance and the expression of selected P-deficiency response related genes.

Skills/Qualifications

PhD in Agronomy, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or in related field.

Several years of experience in molecular genetics/genomics, very good knowledge of laboratory methods, DNA cloning, plant tissue culture, preferably plant transformation.

Experience in plant cultivation, phenotyping, knowledge of statistical methods of data analysis, basic knowledge of bioinformatics.

The ideal candidate has a genuine interest in plant genetics.

Very good English knowledge, good communication and team work, and excellent organizational skills.

Specific Requirements

This person will be involved in all tasks of the project, including: cultivation of rye plants in hydroponic conditions, tissue collection, phenotyping of root anatomical and architectural traits, sectioning and preparing tissues for spatial transcriptomics, evaluation of gene expression levels via qRTPCR, preparation of samples for NGS (RNAseq) experiments, functional analysis, bioinformatical and statistical analyses, reporting, preparation of publication manuscripts, and public presentation of results.

Benefits

Full-time employment contract for up to 48 months, starting from September, 2025.

Salary according to National Science Center (Poland) regulations

Eligibility criteria

PhD dipolma received not earlier than 12 years before 2025

Selection process

Selected candidates will be invited for an interview.

Additional comments

Further information can be obtained from Hanna Bolibok-Brągoszewska (hanna_bolibok_bragoszewska@sggw.edu.pl).

The application in English should be submitted online.

https://system.erecruiter.pl/FormTemplates/RecruitmentForm.aspx?WebID=4

It should contain a CV with a list of publications and description of expertise/skills, a motivation letter, a copy of PhD diploma and contact information to two referees.