Ph.D. Position in Plant Developmental Genetics/Genomics at Trinity College Dublin

Ph.D. Position in Plant Developmental Genetics/Genomics at Trinity
College Dublin

Description : A Ph.D. position is available for up to four years in
the Department of Genetics at Trinity College Dublin. Our laboratory
is interested in how plant development is controlled by the regulation
of gene expression and protein stability. The Ph.D. thesis project
will focus on the characterization of transcriptional regulation by
components of the ubiquitin system in the model plant Arabidopsis
thaliana. To this end, a combination of state-of-the-art molecular
genetics and genome-wide methods such as microarray analysis and ultra
high-throughput sequencing will be used. We are looking for a highly
motivated individual with a strong background and interest in
molecular biology and/or biochemistry and/or plant biology, who is
able to work independently, but yet enjoys working in a team. The
ideal applicant should have previous experience with key techniques of
molecular biology and/or biochemistry and/or plant biology. Basic
knowledge of bioinformatics is an advantage but not a must.


We offer excellent research conditions with state-of-the-art
infrastructure in a highly dynamic and collegial environment. Trinity
College (www.tcd.ie) is Ireland’s leading university with ~15,000
students, situated in the heart of Dublin city. Applicants must hold a
B.Sc., M.Sc., or equivalent, as well as citizenship of an E.U. member
country.

The start date for this position is October 1, 2009. Annual tax-free
salary will range from €16,875 in year 1 to €19,000 in year 4. Please
send a detailed CV and contact details of two referees to Dr.
Emmanuelle Graciet (graciete@tcd.ie). For more information about this
position, please contact Dr. Graciet or visit our website at:
http://www.tcd.ie/genetics/wellmer-2/

Contact address : Dr. Emmanuelle Graciet Smurfit Institute of Genetics
Trinity College Dublin Dublin 2 Ireland