- To use genetics and genetic engineering approaches to develop new tomato lines
- To use genomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics methods to characterize and screen for new tomato lines that are suitable for urban farming, especially indoor farming
- To use spare time to characterize mutants that are involved in disease resistance signalling in rice
- PhD Degree in the field of plant genetics and development, biochemistry, cell biology or microbiology from a recognized university
- At least one first-author research paper in an international peer-reviewed journal
- Highly motivated, able to undertake independent research
- A team player with good oral and written English and excellent communication skills
Dr Yin Zhongchao Group: Postdoctoral Position - Singapore - TEMASEK LIFE SCIENCES LABORATORY LIMITED
1 week ago
Description
Roles & ResponsibilitiesDr Yin Zhongchao Group ) conducts research on disease resistance to rice bacterial blight, marker-assisted breeding and genetic engineering in rice and tomato. A postdoctoral position is available in the research group to study carotenoid and flavonoid biosynthesis in tomato and disease resistance signalling in rice.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Salary and benefits are commensurable to educational qualifications and working experience of the candidate. Benefits include annual leave, medical and flexi-benefits, etc.
Interested individuals should send their applicants (including a cover letter, curriculum vitae with list of publications and three referees' contacts/ recommendation letters) to:
Dr YIN Zhongchao
Senior Principal Investigator
Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory Ltd
Email:
(Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified)
Tell employers what skills you haveBiochemistry
Excellent Communication Skills
Genomics
Written English
Microbiology
Cell Biology
Publications
Team Player
Life Sciences
Genetics
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