The Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of California, Berkeley has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Scholar - Employee to develop a new research project relating phytoremediation with the production of biofuels. Experience in generating and characterizing transgenic plants using molecular biology and plant tissue culture techniques preferred. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in developing funding opportunities for this project.

A doctoral degree in plant molecular biology/biochemistry required. Starting salary is $32,304, plus benefits. Applicants must have received their Ph.D. within the last five years. Applications must be received by May 5, 2007

This position is appointed on yearly basis, with the possibility of renewal depending on performance and the availability of funds.

Application
Applicants should submit a resume and a summary of research experience via email to:

Dr. Norman Terry at nterry@nature.berkeley.edu or by mail to:

Dr. Norman Terry
Department of Plant and Microbial Biology
111 Koshland Hall
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720-3102

Three (3) confidential letters of reference should be sent under separate cover. Please refer referees to the University’s statement on confidentiality, found at: http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html

Minorities and women encouraged to apply. University of California is an EOE/AAE.