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Subject: Phd position in plant biology
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:05:59 -0600
From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
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PhD Student Plant Sciences/Biology
Wageningen UR, The Netherlands
Project Information:
A basic determinant of plant productivity is photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis is a complex, highly regulated process involving the
co-ordinated action of many proteins and cofactors, and in addition to
its own particular complexity it has a complex relationship with yield.
The aim of this project is to unveil the natural variation for
photosynthetic capacity and identify the genetic factors for this
variation using a collection of Arabidopsis natural accessions and
segregating populations. A sophisticated robotised plant imaging system
based on chlorophyll fluorescence will be used to detect variation in
the capacity for photosynthetic flexibility of plants by comparing
plants exposed to optimal and various suboptimal conditions. This
variation will be used to identify quantitative trait loci for
photosynthetic flexibility. The loci identified by this means will be
further studied to understand the identity of the gene(s) underlying the
QTL and the role(s) in plant physiology. This is a collaborative project
between the Laboratory of Genetics (Dr. Mark Aarts), the Horticultural
Production Chains Group (Dr Jeremy Harbinson) and Plant Research
International (Dr. Jan Snel), all at Wageningen UR. It is jointly funded
by NWO-ALW and the Technological Top Institute Green Genetics.
Job Description:
The PhD student will design and run the scientific programme described
above. The student will be required to publish his/her results in
peer-reviewed scientific journals as well as in a PhD thesis. As a
member of the Graduate School for Experimental Plant Sciences
participation in various taught courses organized by the School will be
compulsory and the student will be expected to assist in the delivery of
undergraduate education.
RequirementsRequired education/skills:University Graduate
The research will require skills in plant physiology and/or (molecular)
genetics, so you should have studied Biology, Plant Sciences, Plant
Biotechnology or alike and obtained either an MSc or a 1st or upper 2nd
Honours Degree at BSc level. Experience with Arabidopsis and QTL
analysis, gene functional analysis or chlorophyll fluorescence and
related photosynthetic techniques is considered an advantage. You are
highly motivated to establish a scientific career, are fluent in English
and you value the benefits of collaboration, but are prepared to perform
independent research.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers(Scientific
discipline: Agriculture)
OrganizationWageningen UR, Laboratory of Genetics
The research of the Botanical Genetics section the Laboratory of
Genetics is focused on the development of new genetic tools such as
populations and lines, as well as ways to efficiently analyze them, to
advance the study of the genetic basis of natural variation, mainly
using the model plant species Arabidopsis thaliana or related
Brassicaceae species. The main areas of biological interest are plant
growth and performance, adaptation to heavy metal exposure and plant
nutrigenomics.
Conditions of employmentEmployment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 years, with a go-no-go decision after 18 months.
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
We offer a full-time position, 38 hours a week, for 4 years, with a
go-no-go decision after 18 months. The monthly salary will start at ?
2042 in the first year, increasing to ? 2612 in the fourth year.
Additional InformationAdditional information about the vacancy can be
obtained from:
Dr. Mark Aarts, Laboratory of Genetics
Telephone number: 31 317 485413
E-mail address: mark.aarts(a)wur.nl <mailto:mark.aarts@wur.nl>
Or Dr. Jeremy Harbinson, Horticultural Production Chains
Telephone number: 31 317 483660
E-mail address: jeremy.harbinson(a)wur.nl <mailto:jeremy.harbinson@wur.nl>
ApplicationYou can apply for this job before 15-02-2009 (dd-mm-yyyy) by
sending your application to:
Wageningen UR, Laboratory of Genetics
Department Personnel & Organization
Mrs. H. Casteels
P.O. Box 16
6700 AA Wageningen
The Netherlands
E-mail: vacaturemeldingen.psg(a)wur.nl
<mailto:vacaturemeldingen.psg@wur.nl?subject=ApplicationPhD%20student%20PlantSciences/Biology>
Best-
Muthu
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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
Good afternoon to all,
I am beginning to prepare the Department's 2008 Annual Report.
By return e-mail, would you please advise me of the awards you received
in calendar year 2008.
Thanks!
Cheers,
Bev
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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
Did any of you start receiving a major external (not a U of M award)
award in January 2009? If so, a top-up to that award may be available.
Please let me know as soon as possible.
Thanks.
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Martha Blouw, Academic Advisor
Department of Plant Science
226 Agriculture Building
66 Dafoe Road
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8223 Fax: (204) 474-7528
http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/
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Subject: Friday Night Fun
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:26:20 -0600
From: umvaisma(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
References: <497F6752.606(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
Hi everyone!
Wow, can you believe January is almost over! Its been a busy month, so
now its time to relax a little ... come to the *Grad Lounge this Friday
January 30 at 4:30 pm* for some board game fun (like Farmopoly). Feel
free to bring your own games and food, or just bring yourself.
any questions, email Iris: umvaisma(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
see you there!
iris
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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
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Subject: Plant science discussion group
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:29:08 -0600
From: umcicek(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>
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Hello all,
Plant Science discussion group will meet Thursday (Jan 29) at 4:30 in
graduate lounge.
If you want to talk about a specific topic please let us know!
We will continue our discussion from last week about the role of
scientists in society but it could be modified according to the general
consensus.
All are welcome, especially those who are frustrated or intrigued
by......... you name it!
Please respond to Harun if you are planning to join;
umcicek(a)cc.umanitoba.ca or you can simply show up!
See you all!
PSDG
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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
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Subject: Federal Government Student Jobs / Emplois pour étudiants au
gouvernement féd�
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:38:30 -0500
From: Samy Pelerin <Samy.Pelerin(a)inspection.gc.ca>
To: Élizabeth Powles <Elizabeth.Powles(a)inspection.gc.ca>
** High Priority **
(la version française suit.)
Hello,
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)’s Plant Health and Biosecurity Directorate is looking to staff student summer positions in Ottawa, in the areas of horticulture, potato, forests, grain and oilseeds, and invasive alien species. We would appreciate if you could circulate the attached job poster to potentially interested students.
La Direction de la protection des végétaux et biosécurité de l’Agence canadienne d’inspection des aliments (ACIA) est à la recherche d’étudiants pour combler des postes d’été à Ottawa, touchant les domaines de l’horticulture, des pommes de terre, des forêts, des grains et oléagineux et des espèces exotiques envahissantes. Veuillez faire circuler l’avis d’emplois ci-joint auprès d’étudiants potentiellement intéressés.
Merci d’avance,
Samy Pelerin, M.Sc.
samy.pelerin(a)inspection.gc.ca
(613) 221-3879 | Fax: (613) 228-6628
Program Officer | Officier de programme
Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Horticulture Division | Division de l'horticulture
Potato Section | Section des pommes de terre
59 Camelot Drive | 59, chemin Camelot
OTTAWA, Ontario, K1A 0Y9, Canada
Office/Bureau 3207
Government of Canada | Gouvernement du Canada
www.inspection.gc.ca
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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
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Subject: Reminder: Abstract submission deadline
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:01:47 -0600
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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Hi everyone,
The symposium dates are nearing and we are speeding up the arrangements.
At this time I would like to remind you that the deadline for submission
of abstracts is this Friday, Jan 30th. I am still waiting for most of
your abstracts so please forward them to me as soon as possible.
Please check the attached document for the instructions on preparing the
abstract.
Thanks!
Muthu
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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
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Subject: Asian movie festival
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2009 09:34:05 -0600
From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca
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Hi everyone,
Some of you may already know this but it is not too late.... Here is
the rest of the
schedule of Asian movie festival at U of M:
Monday, Jan 26 , 7pm, MPR in University Center (2nd floor, Multi-Purpose
Room)-Japanese students' association
Tuesday, Jan 27, 7pm, MPR in University Center-Phillippines students'
association
Wednesday, Jan 28, 7pm, MPR in University Center -Taiwanese students'
association
All movies are shown at free of charge.
Best-
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