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Postdoctoral
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Microbiology
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A postdoctoral position is available with Gitta Coaker at the University of California, Davis. The research project will focus on bacterial infection of tomato and spans two projects. One project will focus on mapping resistance to Pseudomonas syringae Race 1 in a recombinant inbred population derived from wild tomato. The second project will focus on sequencing and characterization of California field isolates of Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis, the causal agent of bacterial canker of tomato to help guide functional genomics and diagnostics. The position is initially available for one year with the renewal based on satisfactory progress.
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Successful candidates must have a background in plant microbe interactions, experience handling next generation sequencing data, and a peer-reviewed publication record. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work within a team are essential. Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required. Successful candidates should be interested in contributing to the training of graduate students. A PhD focusing in plant-microbe biology/plant pathology, molecular biology, or plant biology is required. Network and QTL expertise are a plus.
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Interested candidates should send a cover letter, statement of research interests and a CV including the names of three references to Gitta Coaker (glcoaker@ucdavis.edu). Applications will be reviewed beginning January, 2013 and the position will remain open until filled. Laboratory website: http://www.coakerlab.org
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