Uppsala University, Department of Organismal Biology Postdoctoral researcher on fungal genomics Are you interested in working with systematic biology, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Are you looking for an employer that invests in sustainable employeeship and offers safe, favourable working conditions? We welcome you to apply for a postdoctoral position at Uppsala University. The lab focuses on understanding the evolution of genomes and the genetic basis of adaptation in fungi. We recently discovered that many fungi harbour massive transposable elements, named Starships, that mobilize a vast diversity of fungal genes. We have now deciphered how the Starships move within genomes, but a growing amount of evidence suggests that they are also capable of moving between genomes. The main goal of the position is to demonstrate in a laboratory setting the horizontal transfer of a Starship between different fungi. This will be done by genetically modifying model strains so that successful transfers can be screened at high throughput on selective media. Duties The applicant will be expected to be largely based in the wet lab. Focussing on transformations of the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus and potentially related species. This will also include vector construction using yeast and/or bacterial transformations. Methods may also employ CRISPR/Cas9. They are also expected to analyse data that they generate, including some minor bioinformatic work. Applicants are expected to communicate findings both at international conferences and through writing scientific articles for publication. Requirements PhD degree in molecular biology/evolutionary biology or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in molecular biology/evolutionary biology . The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc. Experience with molecular techniques is a necessity. Additional assets include microbial culturing of fungi, and fungal transformations. Previous experience with Aspergillus fumigatus is especially desired. Knowledge on presenting data and on conducting statistical analyses is also a plus. Candidates who demonstrate strengths in organization, problem solving, communication, and collaboration will be preferred. The applicant must have documented experience and proficiency in oral and written presentation in English. About the employment The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement. Full time position. Starting date 2025-01-06 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala For further information about the position, please contact: Aaron Vogan, aaron.vogan@ebc.uu.se Please submit your application by 6th of December 2024, UFV-PA 2024/3771. Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? Find out more about what it´s like to work and live in Sweden. Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all of our 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of Sweden's most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The position may be subject to security vetting. If security vetting is conducted, the applicant must pass the vetting process to be eligible for employment. Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services. Submit your application through Uppsala University's recruitment system. Type of employment Temporary position Employment expires 2027-01-05 Contract type Full time First day of employment 2025-01-06 Salary Individual salary Number of positions 1 Full-time equivalent 100% City Uppsala County Uppsala län Country Sweden Reference number UFV-PA 2024/3771 Union representative Seko Universitetsklubben, seko@uadm.uu.se ST/TCO, tco@fackorg.uu.se Saco-rådet, saco@uadm.uu.se Published 07.Nov.2024 Last application date 06.Dec.2024 11:59 PM CET Aaron Vogan (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)