BACKGROUND: The Sorghum Translational Genomics Program at KSU seeks a postdoctoral geneticist/bioinformatician for analysis of large amounts of sequence data from a diverse panel of sorghum lines. Details of the project may be found at http://coding.plantpath.ksu.edu/stgp/.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Given a large SNP dataset derived from resequencing several sorghum accessions, you will lead comparative genomic studies and assist in preparing publications describing sorghum genomic diversity and its biological significance. You will carry out further bioinformatics analyses including association studies, following dense genotyping of a larger set of sorghums.

REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in a relevant biological or analytical science. Strong quantitative and statistical skills, genetics and bioinformatics training (sequence manipulation, microarrays, genomics, DNA markers), good oral and written English communication skills.

PREFERENCES: Training in population genetics. Experience in one or more programming languages including Perl and R is highly favored.

TERMS: Position will extend up to three years. Available June 15, 2008.

LOCALE: Kansas State University, Department of Plant Pathology, Manhattan, KS.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with qualifications, standard benefits.

HOW TO APPLY: E-mail or mail cover letter and CV with contact information for three references. Application letters that do not address the responsibilities, requirements, and preferences described above are rarely considered. For more details see: http://coding.plantpath.ksu.edu/~jcn/Applying.html

Contact: James C. Nelson
Dept. of Plant Pathology
4024 Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-5502

(785) 532-1359
E-mail: jcn@ksu.edu

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Kansas State University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.