Postdoc in Plant Transcriptomics and Microbiome Analysis The Friesen Lab in the Department of Plant Biology at Michigan State University is seeking a highly motivated individual to contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation for two funded projects investigating the transcriptomic connections linking plant-plant competition and plant- microbiome interactions in legumes (collaborative with Sharon Strauss at UC Davis) and grasses (collaborative with Sarah Evans, Lisa Tiemann, and Jim Cole at MSU).
Key qualifications include a strong statistical and computational background with the ability to ask creative questions. Familiarity with Illumina data and bioinformatics is desired but not essential. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required along with a track record of timely publications. Funding is initially available for one year with renewal based upon performance. The successful applicant would be encouraged to develop independent lines of research in accordance with an individualized mentoring plan. The Friesen lab is located in the Molecular Plant Sciences building which is designed to foster collaboration. Please send a ~1 page statement of interest, CV, and contact info for 3 references to mfrie...@msu.edu I will be attending the ESA meeting in Baltimore next week--drop me a line if you'd like to meet in person. Maren L. Friesen Assistant Professor, Dept. Plant Biology Michigan State University 612 Wilson Rd, East Lansing, MI USA 48824-6481 http://friesen.plantbiology.msu.edu/
