-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Post-doctoral position in plant physiology Date: Sat, 13 Sep 2008 11:39:42 -0500 From: umbagava@cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd@cc.umanitoba.ca

Hi Bev,

Please forward this to all graduate students in plant science.

Thanks

Muthu

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Post-doctoral Researcher in Plant Physiology

Harper Adams University College is one of the premier UK Higher Education Institutions focused on the land-based and food supply chain sector. With over 1800 students it is now the UK's largest single provider of higher education for these subjects. Situated in Shropshire, the campus and the surrounding area provide an excellent working and living environment for staff and students alike.

*(2 year fixed-term appointment) £23,002 - £25,135*

The research will involve crop studies in greenhouse/growth chambers and the field where experimental conditions will be developed and applied. The crop studies will be complemented by laboratory-based investigation of active oxidation species.

Candidates must possess a PhD in plant biology (or be in the process of writing up their thesis) or hold an equivalent qualification in a related discipline. Previous experience of working with post harvest physiology in crop plants is desirable.

A good understanding of laboratory techniques such as enzymology or IRGA is desirable.

For further details about Harper Adams University College, CERC and the Crops Group, visit the website: www.harper-adams.ac.uk http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/

To apply for either of the above positions please visit the web site at www.harper-adams.ac.uk/staff/vacancies http://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/staff/vacancies to download an application pack

*Completed applications should be returned to:* Tracey Lloyd - Personnel Administrator, Harper Adams University College Edgmond, Nr Newport, TF10 8NB Tel: (01952) 815456 E-mail: vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk mailto:vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk

*Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday 25 September 2008.*

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Regards,

Muthu