Postdoctoral Associate-Boyce Thompson Institute

A postdoctoral associate position is available at The Boyce Thompson Institute, located on the Cornell University campus in Ithaca, NY. The postdoctoral associate will be part of an exciting NSF-funded Science and Technology Center (CROPPS) that is an interdisciplinary and interinstitutional initiative focused on innovative technologies and approaches for two-way communication with plants to be realized. (https://news.cornell.edu/stories/2021/09/25m-center-will-use-digital-tools-communicate-plants)

 

The project goal is development of innovative, efficient, and high-throughput plant genetic engineering methodologies, including robotics and automation approaches, especially for the crops (tomato, cotton, maize) that are the focus of CROPPS. A high priority goal is development of in-planta transformation and gene editing approaches that do not require plant tissue culture methods. In parallel with this effort will be investigation of novel plant cell delivery methods. The successful candidate will have opportunities to collaborate with groups at the participating institutions along with gaining leadership and mentoring skills as part of CROPPS. Projects will involve collaboration with a vibrant group of engineers and biologists, including roboticists (https://www.mae.cornell.edu/faculty-directory/robert-f-shepherd), biomolecular engineers (https://chemistry.cornell.edu/christopher-alabi) and researchers whose work builds on synthetic biology.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in molecular biology, plant genetics, plant biology, or related fields. Experience with genome editing technologies, gene construct design, and genetic engineering methodologies is highly desirable, but not required. Applicants should be self-motivated, creative, enthusiastic, and be willing to contribute intellectually in a team environment. Excellent communication skills are required.


To apply, please upload a single PDF document to http://bti.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-openings.php?search=true&dept=-1&city=-1&state=-1. This single PDF document should include: 1) a cover letter describing your previous experience, summary of research accomplishments, and interest in this position; 2) your CV, and 3) the names and contact information for three references.

 

Location: Boyce Thompson Institute, 533 Tower Rd, Ithaca NY 14853

Send Application to:

Name: Alicia Conover
Organization: Boyce Thompson Institute
Address: 533 Tower Rd, Ithaca NY 14853
Email: aaw76@cornell.edu