A Post doctoral position is available immediately to investigate the genetic basis of lignin content and identify the key genes, traits and other factors that control naturally occurring variation in lignin content in energy cane and Miscanthus germplasm.

The researcher will be a member of a multi-institutional team using genomic approaches to understand the strengthening of the genetic breeding component of cellulose/lignin-based bioenergy and industrial feedstock chemical production. The successful candidate will possess a PhD in Genetics or related field. Experience with standard molecular biology tools and techniques including DNA extraction, PCR, recombinant DNA techniques, sequencing and sequence analysis are required. Exceptional teamwork and well documented written and verbal communication skills are a must, as is a commanding knowledge and experience with publicly available genomic resources.

The research activities of this task are organized around the primary research needs for the identification of genes influencing biomass makeup, assembly and processability, as well as stress resistance in energy cane, Miscanthus sinensis and other grasses. The position is funded by the private sector at a salary commensurate with experience.

To apply online go to: http://greatjobs.tamu.edu.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Jorge A. da Silva, ( jadasilva@ag.tamu.edu). Information on the Sugarcane Breeding and Genetics Program and the Soil and Crop Sciences Department may be found at: http://primera.tamu.edu .