Postdoctoral Position in Chemical Ecology
Postdoctoral Position in Chemical Ecology
SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Alnarp, Sweden
About the position
The project will bridge plant-microbe-insect interactions with chemical ecology in a trophic network approach, thereby contributing to our understanding of the full potential of beneficial microbes in plant production. Specifically, the project will investigate the interactive effect of MIR and aphid endosymbiont communities on the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of plants. Analyses of VOCs will be aligned with behavioural assays using aphidophagous hoverflies to evaluate how MIR affects plant-insect communication at higher trophic levels.
The main duties of the postdoc will be to carry out an independent research project under supervision. Specifically, the postdoc must develop and conduct behavioural experiments with hoverflies and chemical analyses of VOCs. Other duties include cultivation of plants, insects and microorganisms, writing scientific manuscripts, presenting project outcomes, and to supervise students at basic and advanced level.
Your profile
As a person you are enthusiastic and responsible, and have excellent collaborative skills. In addition, you should meet the following requirements:
- Hold a PhD degree in biology, ecology, analytical chemistry or equivalent
- Educational and professional qualifications relating to the scientific area of the position
- Experience with independent planning, execution and evaluation of experiments, including statistical analysis
- Familiarity with theory and techniques of chemical ecology, chemical analyses, entomology, microbiology, plant science, biological control is meriting
- Interest in contributing to an international research environment and interdisciplinary research
- Curious mind-set and an interest in experimental biological systems
- A proven record of English speaking, reading and writing skills
As postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions for junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates with a doctoral degree that is three years old at most.
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