Research Scientist (RIPE) - Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology | University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
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Urbana, IL | United States
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Research Scientist (RIPE) - Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology The Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology is a team-science based Interdisciplinary Research Institute at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. The mission of the IGB is to advance life science research at the University, meaningfully engage with the public to share the impact of genomic research, and to stimulate bio-economic development in the state of Illinois.
Job Summary The Research Scientist will translate approaches for improving legume canopy photosynthesis to cowpea. Using translational genomics and gene editing, the incumbent will identify novel genes for altering canopy architecture and test those in planta.
Duties & Responsibilities - Identify novel targets for manipulating cowpea canopy architecture.
- Design experiments to identify novel transcripts associated with canopy architecture.
- Design transgenic approaches to alter canopy architecture.
- Report results to funders on a quarterly basis.
- Write the first draft of peer-reviewed publications.
- Co-supervise undergraduate students to assist with genotyping and phenotyping cowpea lines.
- Maintain a safe laboratory and field site environment.
- Report research to the plant science community in regional and national meetings.
- Participate in laboratory meetings and RIPE project meetings.
Additional Physical Demands Position will entail laboratory and field research.
Minimum Qualifications PhD in Plant Science or related field. Specific research experience in plant genetics, plant breeding and plant molecular biology; documented publication record in top disciplinary journals.
Preferred Qualifications 5 years of post-doctoral experience in plant science, plant breeding or phenotyping. Experience supervising undergraduate students.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Plant molecular biology experience (PCR, genotyping, qPCR), gene editing experience; prior work with plant genetics; prior experience with team science.
- Plant physiological analysis (gas exchange, cholorophyll fluorescence).
Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 2/16/2024. The minimum salary for this position is $55,000 per year.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by
6:00 pm (CST) on February 9, 2024 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jana Lenz at
[email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing
[email protected] .
Requisition ID : 1022651
Job Category : Research
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