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Michigan State University Research Associate-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
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Research Associate-Fixed Term
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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Natural Science
Department:Plant Research Laboratory Nat Science 10032674
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
One research associate, post-doc, position is available in the Brandizzi lab at the Plant Research Laboratory at Michigan State University. The positions is available immediately and is for one year with the possibility of an extension depending on availability of funding. The position focuses on the study of the biology of endomembranes in plants. The project will employ molecular and biological approaches to define the function of newly identified membrane proteins in the shaping of the endoplasmic reticulum and in the traffic of cargo in relation to the cytoskeleton inArabidopsis thaliana.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Plant Biology, Biochemistry, or related
Minimum Requirements
PhD in Plant Biology, Biochemistry or related field
Desired Qualifications
The applicant must have a strong background in Arabidopsis genetics, molecular biology, gene expression analyses, biochemistry, microscopy and genomics. Experience of working on plant endomembranes is highly desirable but not essential. The selected candidate for the position will join a multidisciplinary team working in the Brandizzi lab.
Required Application Materials
Interested applicants should send curriculum vitae with a description of scientific interests, description of prior research and names and contact information for 3 referees.
Together-we-will Statement
The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at:https://msu.edu/together-we-will/
Special Instructions
For enquiries please email Dr. Federica Brandizzi (fb@msu.edu).
Review of Applications Begins On
04/27/2022
Website
https://prl.natsci.msu.edu/
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
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