Post-doctoral researcher

A 3 year position is available from 1 July 2007 for a post-doctoral researcher to join a newly established, dynamic group to study PAMP perception and signaling in the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana (see Zipfel et al., Cell 125: 749-760).



The Sainsbury Laboratory is a charitable company of 70 research scientists and support staff and a world leader in plant science. We are based on the Norwich Research Park and closely linked to the Gatsby Charitable Foundation, University of East Anglia and the John Innes Centre.

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This project will employ state-of-the-art methods in molecular biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry and cell biology. The successful candidate will have a PhD and experience in molecular, cell biological and/or biochemical techniques. Previous experience with plants and/or pathogens is an advantage, but is not essential.



This fixed-term position is for three years in the first instance and will be available from July 2007. The salary, Grade 7 on the UEA scale, will be in the range £26,666 - £33,799, the appointment level reflecting qualifications, skills, knowledge and achievements.



Informal enquiries to Dr Cyril Zipfel at [Only registered users see links. ] <mailto:[Only registered users see links. ].uk>



Applicants should provide a CV, including the names and contact details of two referees, and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria. Please send formal applications, quoting the reference number below, either by e-mail to [Only registered users see links. ] or by post to Kim Blanchflower, HR Officer, The Sainsbury Laboratory, The John Innes Centre, Norwich Research Park, Colney, Norwich NR4 7UH, UK.



Ref NUMBER CZ01/2007 Closing date: 11th May 2007