-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Postdoctoral position in drought physiology Date: Thu, 05 Mar 2009 06:54:05 -0600 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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*Postdoctoral Fellow, Drought Physiology, International Rice Research Institute, Las Banos, The Philippines *

* **Reference No:* *PDF-2009-11RS*

*Job Purpose*

* To join the IRRI team as part of an international consortium of scientists aiming to elucidate the physiological and molecular mechanisms and integrate the knowledge of dehydration avoidance traits for enhancing drought resistance in rice

* To contribute to the research activities of the Generation Challenge Program-funded projects on drought resistance improvement in rice, with a focus on molecular physiology of dehydration avoidance traits

*Responsibilities*

* Contribute to the physiological and molecular characterization of dehydration avoidance and root traits, through the use of rice germplasm, advanced breeding materials and specialized genetic stocks

* Combine quantitative genetics and precise drought phenotyping approaches for association mapping studies

* Harness functional genomics tools for the discovery of genes related to drought resistance physiological mechanisms, and gene expression analysiswriting scientific reports, manuscripts for publication and contributing to the dissemination of research results

* Collaborate with drought research team at IRRI and international and NARES partners

*Requirements*

*Minimum*

* PhD in crop molecular physiology, biotechnology or related fields

* Practical experience in molecular biology and functional genomics techniques

* English: written and spoken; Knowledge of local language an asset

*Preferred*

* Working (postdoctoral) experience in molecular biology of drought or abiotic stresses

* Strong organizational and communication skills and a good publication record

* Proven ability to perform in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment

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*JOIN US TO DELIVER RICE SCIENCE FOR A BETTER WORLD*

IRRI headquarters are located in Los Baños, 70 kilometers south of Manila , Philippines . We offer postdoctoral fellows stimulating and rewarding career opportunities, in addition to salaries and perquisites that are internationally competitive, including support for education of children, transportation allowance, and medical benefits.

We provide a gender-sensitive environment and strongly encourage women applicants. Citizens of developing countries, particularly of rice-producing countries, are encouraged to apply. The Institute is committed to assisting families in making personal and, to the extent possible, professional adjustments to the local environment. IRRI has an accredited international school (pre-K to early primary) on its campus and excellent international schools are available nearby.

*PDF APPLICATION PROCESS*

Applications will be received up until 16 March 2009 or until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit your application via e-mail, including a comprehensive curriculum vitae and names and e-mail addresses of three referees to *_IRRIRecruitment@cgiar.org http://us.mc953.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=IRRIRecruitment@cgiar.org_* This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

*CONTACT INFORMATION*

*Human Resource Services International Rice Research Institute Los Banos, Laguna , Philippines Mail: DAPO Box 7777 , Metro Manila , Philippines Telephone: +63 (2) 580-5600 Fax: +63 (2) 580-5699, 845-0606 *