A post doctoral research associate position is available immediately at the Soybean Genomics and Biotechnology Laboratory at the University of Missouri. The research focus will be on the discovery and characterization of transcription factors towards drought tolerance in soybean. The successful candidates will work on functional characterization of transcription factors and metabolic pathways associated with drought tolerance using molecular genetics approaches. The research program includes studies using Arabidopsis and comparative legume genomics. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in plant biology, genetics, biotechnology, or a related discipline. The position requires a strong background in transcription factor research and molecular biology techniques such as cloning, vector construction, quantitative PCR, Y2H, ChIP, transgenic and mutant analyses. Experience with gene regulation and silencing, biochemical pathways, and biological databases is desirable. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative research environment are essential. Applicants should provide a letter of interest, a complete CV, and three reference letters. Please include the following in the subject line: “PD Application for Soybean Transcription Factors” and send the above requested information to:

Dr. Henry Nguyen (nguyenhenry@missouri.edu)
Professor and Director, National Center for Soybean Biotechnology,
Division of Plant Sciences, 1-31 Agriculture Building,
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211.  Tel: (573) 882-5494. 

Lab: http://soybeangenomics.missouri.edu