The USDA-ARS Plant Genetics Research Unit at the Danforth Plant Sciences Center in St Louis, MO is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate for a 13 month appointment. The incumbent will conduct research to discover genes/loci and delineate gene networks controlling seed filling and seed reserve production using a combination of molecular biology, genetics, genomics and bioinformatics approaches. The incumbent will involve generation and analysis of large-scale biological data such as DNA sequence and gene expression data with assistance of a bioinformaticist to develop hypotheses, and further apply wet-bench techniques to validate the hypotheses. A Ph.D. in molecular biology, plant genetics, biochemistry or a related major is required. Research experience with seed biology, oil biochemistry, genomics, quantitative genetics or small RNA is highly desirable, but not required. The candidates with more than four-year postdoctoral experience are also encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience ($57,408 - $89,450 per annum) plus benefits. Refer to this page for further information on Postdoctoral Research Associate Jobs, for complete application instructions, and the full text announcement (RA-11-066-L).

Send application materials and references to Dr. Yong-qiang Charles An (email: yong-qiang.an@ars.usda.gov   voice: 314-587-1669). Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed; see here for more on citizenship restrictions. The position is open until filled.

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