Plant Molecular Genetics Assistant Professor Position at University ofIdaho

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PLANT MOLECULAR GENETICS

The Department of Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at
the University of Idaho seeks to fill an academic year Tenure Track
position beginning as early as Summer 2008. The successful candidate
must be capable of establishing a nationally competitive research
program in plant molecular biology or plant genetics. We are
particularly interested in persons using advanced molecular and
genetic techniques to study important basic plant biological
questions in areas such as disease resistance, improved nutritional
quality or bioenergy research. Successful candidates for this
position must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and
will be responsible for teaching an annual one-semester lower
division class in molecular biology and biotechnology, and an upper
division/graduate course in his/her area of expertise. Applicants
must have a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or an
appropriately related field, and postdoctoral experience with a
strong publication record. Candidates should complete the online
application at [Only registered users see links. ]. This will include submission
of a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statements of
research interests and teaching philosophy, and copies of significant
publications. Documents that cannot be submitted online are to be
sent to:

Plant Molecular Genetics Search Committee
Department of MMBB, University of Idaho
PO Box 443052, Life Science Bldg, Rm 142
Moscow, ID 83844-3052

Review of applications begins December 15, 2007 and continues until
the position is filled. Applicants who are selected as final
candidates will be asked to provide three letters of reference from
individuals addressing research potential, teaching and communication
skills, and must show proof of eligibility to be employed in the
United States. More information about the department can be found at
[Only registered users see links. ].

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Zonglie Hong, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
University of Idaho
132 Gibb Hall
Moscow, ID 83844-3052
Phone: (208) 885-5464 (Office)
Fax: (208) 885-6518
Email: [Only registered users see links. ]