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Subject: Postdoctoral opportunity in plant genetics
Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:37:44 -0500
From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
Hi Bev,
Please forward this to grad students in our department.
Thanks
Muthu
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Postdoctoral Opportunity
Crop Genetics Department, John-Innes Centre, UK
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Crop
Genetics Department to work on quantitative variation in photoperiod
response in wheat.
The successful candidate will join a team working in the area of
flowering and adaptation in wheat. The project will investigate
mutations of the Photoperiod (Ppd) genes in bread wheat to understand
how combinations of gain and loss of function mutations on the three
wheat genomes provide variation in flowering time. As well as
investigating the specific role of the Ppd genes the project will
address how gene expression on the three wheat genomes is coordinated to
control plant development. Further details of this project and the
laboratory can be found at http://www.jic. ac.uk/profile/ david-laurie.
asp <http://www.jic.ac.uk/profile/david-laurie.asp>
The post holder will be responsible for the analysis of gene expression
in wheat lines with different combinations of gain or loss of function
alleles of the Ppd gene, studying the Ppd gene itself and other genes in
the photoperiod pathway. This will include the development of
quantitative assays to measure the expression of homologous genes on the
three wheat genomes and analysis of when and where the Ppd gene is
expressed during plant development. The post-holder will also develop
constructs to test Ppd function using transgenic barley and analyze
flowering time and gene expression in transgenic lines.
The John Innes Centre is a world-class Institute and is looking to
appoint an exceptional candidate who has, or expects to soon receive a
PhD in genetics and/or molecular biology. We will be providing the
job-holder with opportunities to develop their technical and
transferable skills during this assignment, by way of training
programmes, coaching and mentoring.
Essential skills required are experience of; quantitative measurement of
gene expression, gene cloning and sequencing, experience of using
transgenic approaches. In addition, we require; computer literacy; the
ability to handle complex ideas, to reason quickly and accurately and to
work at a high level of technical accuracy; the ability to organise and
run parallel strands of the project. Previous experience of cereals is
not necessary.
The salary on appointment will be within the range £25,576 to £28,418
dependent upon qualifications and experience. Candidates who have up to
three years postdoc experience will be appointed under the Postdoctoral
Training Fellowship scheme http://www.jic. ac.uk/corporate/
opportunities/ vacancies/ PDF_Scheme_ overview. doc
<http://www.jic.ac.uk/corporate/opportunities/vacancies/PDF_Scheme_overview.…>.
More experienced candidates will be appointed on a Limited Term Contract
http://www.jic. ac.uk/corporate/ opportunities/ lta.htm
<http://www.jic.ac.uk/corporate/opportunities/lta.htm>.
For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our
web site http://jobs. jic.ac.uk <http://jobs.jic.ac.uk> or contact Human
Resources, The Operations Centre, Norwich Bioscience Institutes,
Norwich, NR4 7UH, UK, 01603 450462 quoting reference *1001744*.
*The closing date for applications will be 9th July 2008.*
/The John Innes Centre is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant-aided
by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council and is an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Best regards,
Muthu/
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
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Subject: The Red River Ex
Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:15:27 -0500
From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
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Hello everyone,
Just a reminder that tomorrow (June 21) the grad students will be going
to the Red River Ex. There is a sign up sheet and more information in
the grad student lounge. Please let me know if you are wanting to come
with us and we will arrange rides etc.
Thanks!
Victoria
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
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Subject: Fridge replacement
Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:37:13 -0500
From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
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Hi all,
The fridge in the graduate lounge is not working properly and that we
need to replace it sooner than later. We are investigating the
possibilities of getting a used/new one. Please let me know if you know
any place where we can get good used ones.
Also, if you have anything sitting in the fridge for long time, please
check if it is still good and remove if needed.
Thanks for your co-operation.
Muthu
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
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Subject: Phd studentship in plant pathology
Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:09:36 -0500
From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
Hi Bev,
Please forward this to all graduate students in plant science.
Thanks
Muthu
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The Halpin Phd studentship program in rice blast research:
School of Biosciences University of Exeter
Training the next generation of scientists in combating one of the
world's most serious plant diseases.
Rice blast disease is a major constraint on world rice production and
there is an urgent need for more effective and durable control
strategies, particularly in the rice-growing nations most affected. The
Halpin Studentship Programme provides generous funding for scientists to
carry out a PhD in molecular plant pathology in the laboratory of
Professor Nicholas J. Talbot. Rice blast research at Exeter is focused
on developing an understanding of the biology of the rice blast fungus,
Magnaporthe grisea, utilizing molecular genetics, functional genomics
and cell biology.
Applicants should have a first degree in Biological Sciences,
Biochemistry or Genetics and have a strong interest in plant disease
research. Applicants from the rice-growing regions of the world are
strongly encouraged to apply. The four-year studentship has a generous
stipend, travel allowance, consumables budget and a home-integration
award that will be made upon completion of the PhD.
*Funding information*
*Funding applies to: *Open to applicants from a range of countries
Contacts and how to apply
*Administrative contact and how to apply: Available from October 2008*
To apply send a CV and covering letter, outlining your suitability for
one of these studentships and providing contact details for two academic
referees, to BS-PGadmissions@ ex.ac.uk
<http://mailto+%3A+BS-PGadmissions@ex.ac.uk/>
Further information: www.exeter.ac. uk/biosciences
<http://www.exeter.ac.uk/biosciences>
Regards,
Muthu
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
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Subject: The Ex!
Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:12:35 -0500
From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
Hello all,
Just one last reminder, tonight is the last night that you can get the
cheap ex passes (admission and unlimited rides for $29.40) at Mac's
convienence stores. After tonight at midnight, prices go up, so now is
the cheapest time to buy.
I am going to get my pass this evening so if you would like me to pick
one up for you and pay me back I will do that. Let me know if you would
like to come.
Remember, the more people that come, the more fun it will be. So take
an afternoon off from your research and come out for a good time!
Hope to see you there,
Victoria
P.S. just in case you didn't get the last email, we're planning on going
there on Saturday, June 21
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
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Subject: Fw: Post Doc Vacancy: Computational Genetics & Informatics
Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:57:53 +0530 (IST)
From: Muthukumar Bagavathiannan <vbmuthukumar(a)yahoo.co.in>
Reply-To: vbmuthukumar(a)yahoo.co.in
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
Hi Bev,
Please forward this to all graduate students in plant science.
Thanks
Muthu
--- On *Thu, 6/12/08, rres bab-announce (RRes-Roth)
/<rres.bab-announce(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>/* wrote:
From: rres bab-announce (RRes-Roth) <rres.bab-announce(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>
Subject: Post Doc Vacancy: Computational Genetics & Informatics
To: michael.primig(a)unibas.ch
Cc: "chris rawlings (RRes-Roth)" <chris.rawlings(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>,
"graham king (RRes-Roth)" <graham.king(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2008, 6:43 PM
*/Post Doctoral Research Scientist/
/Computational Genetics and Informatics/*
*//*
Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, Herts, UK
**
A postdoctoral computational geneticist / bioinformatician is
required to work in the group of Graham King, contributing to the
Multinational /Brassica/ 'A' Genome Sequencing Project.
The job will require the post holder to deliver computational
genetics and bioinformatics methods, tools and information to add
value to the annotated genome sequence, specifically including
alignment and interpretation of genomic sequences with consensus
genetic linkage maps and presentation via Ensembl.
Working alongside a team of geneticists, bioinformaticians and other
mathematical biologists in the Centre for Mathematical and
Computational Biology, the work will contribute to the development
of methods to enable re-calculation of integrated genetic maps
constrained by evidence from sequence scaffolds.
Applicants should have a PhD in comparative genomics, quantitative
genetics or bioinformatics.
Appointment will be at Band 6-PD, with a salary normally in the
range of £24,563 to £28,418 per annum. This post is available for
*24 *months.
*For more details and to download application form , please go to
http://www.rothamsted.bbsrc.ac.uk/careers/vacancies/Vacancies.html*
*and return the form to the HR Group, Rothamsted Research,
Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2JQ **(e-mail rres.hr(a)bbsrc.ac.uk).*
<mailto:rres.hr@bbsrc.ac.uk>
*Please quote reference: 1044
Closing date: 30 June 2008 *
**
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Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: The Red River Ex
Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:44:08 -0500
From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
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Hello all,
I received a very good suggestion today about chosing a specific day to
go to the ex so that people will be able to give me a more definate idea
of whether they will be able to attend or not. So...we will be going to
the ex on Saturday, June 21. Please let me know if you would like to
join in on the fun and if you have any more suggestions.
Thanks,
Victoria
--
Bev Godard
Secretary
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
66 Dafoe Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8563
Fax: (204) 474-7528
Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca
