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The Department of Organismal Biology teaches and explores the evolution, development and function on the organismal level. For more information see www.iob.uu.se.

The Petroutsos Lab at Uppsala University is investigating how CO2 acts as substrate for photosynthesis and as signaling molecule in conjunction with light to control cellular homeostasis in microalgae. We are combining genetic, molecular, biochemical, physiological and mathematical modelling approaches to identify factors regulating CO2 capture and partitioning. The lab is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, team-oriented researcher to support wet lab efforts in understanding molecular mechanisms controlling acclimation of the model microalga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii to changing CO2 and light availability. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the head of the lab and the team members involved in the project and will also assist in setting up the new lab.

Duties

• Preparation and implementation of Chlamydomonas culture experiments.
• Sample collection and analysis: preparation of protein extracts, Western blot, preparation of DNA/RNA extracts, PCR, cloning, genotyping, RT-qPCR.
• Transgenesis and phenotypic analysis of Chlamydomonas mutants.
• Record, process, format and communicate results of guaranteed quality.
• Present experimental data at team meetings.
• Actively participate in the organization of the newly established lab.
• Assist in peer- and student-mentorship.

Requirements
PhD degree in Biology or Chemistry or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in the same area. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment.

Extensive knowledge and experience of modern molecular biology and biochemistry tools, including PCR, cloning, protein, DNA and RNA extraction.

Excellent knowledge and experience on Chlamydomonas biology and physiology including in vivo measurements of photosynthesis.

We will put an emphasis in your personal qualities such as:

• Team player
• Ability to adapt to new techniques
• Taste and motivation for technical work at the bench
• Ability to carry out accurate work
• Dynamic, organized, self-reliant

Application procedure
Applications must include a CV, a covering letter and the contact details of 2 people willing to provide a reference letter.

About the employment
Employment is temporary, 12 months. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date 1st of October 2023. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Dimitris Petroutsos, dimitris.petroutsos@ebc.uu.se

Please submit your application by 14th of September 2023, UFV-PA 2023/3060

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