Postdoc Position - Root Biology and Mycorrhiza

Postdoc Position - Root Biology and Mycorrhiza

Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology

Potsdam-Golm, Germany

Background

The Gutjahr lab is interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying the colonization of plant roots by symbiotic arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi. Using proximity labelling have identified interacting proteins of important regulators of root colonization. The project aims at confirming and characterizing the cellular and biochemical functions of the interacting proteins in AM symbiosis. Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with publications on arbuscular mycorrhiza and especially from the group to ensure their interest in our research. If you want to know more about the institute or the group, please have a look on our homepages. For specific questions please contact Caroline Gutjahr.

What we expect

• A doctoral degree (or being close to its finalization) in Biology, Biochemistry or a related subject, preferably with a specialization in plant or fungal molecular biology, cell biology or biochemistry
• Experience with:
  • Standard molecular biology techniques
  • Standard statistics
  • Handling of plants and/or fungi and/or
  • Protein-protein interactions and/or
  • Plant or fungal protein biochemistry and/or
  • Plant or fungal proteomics and/or
  • Advanced confocal microscopy
  • Experience in transformation of fungi is a STRONG PLUS
• A minimum of one first author publication in a respected international research journal (or in preparation)
• Very good command of English (oral and written)
• Curiosity, a strong motivation to excel in science, and a ‘can-do’ attitude
• A collaborative mind-set and good communication skills
• Efficiency and good organizational skills
• A positive attitude towards interacting with colleagues from different backgrounds and cultures
• Initiative to explore own funding sources such as Marie Curie, EMBO, Humboldt Foundation, DFG

The project is not suitable for persons with a background in ecology, agronomy or agricultural sciences, except if this background includes a strong training in plant or fungal molecular biology, cell biology or biochemistry.

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