Research Associate/Fellow (SCI406924)

Job title:

Research Associate/Fellow (SCI406924)

Company

University of Nottingham

Job description

£31,387 to £37,999 per annum (pro rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience (minimum £34866 with relevant PhD).Closing Date
Wednesday 06 November 2024Reference
SCI406924Applications are invited for a Research Associate/Fellow to work on a project leading to the development of a hybrid wheat system at the Nottingham Wheat Research Centre (Sutton Bonington Campus, University of Nottingham, UK).The purpose of this role is to support a new BBSRC funded project, leading to the development of a robust hybrid wheat system. Wheat will play a crucial role in feeding a global population of 10 billion by 2050. However, future wheat increases have to be achieved without equivalent growth in fertiliser and water use. While facing these challenges farmers are also confronted with yield limiting effects of climate change and new diseases. A hybrid wheat system has the potential to greatly assist global wheat production, as the hybrid seed produced carry stronger yield potential, adaptability and resilience to adverse environments than either parent. The Nottingham Wheat Research Centre have developed a new hybrid wheat system which utilises a line with a wheat/wild relative introgression. However, the current functionality of this system is hindered by the preferential transmission of the wild relative introgression to the next generation due to a gametocidal gene which vastly increases its transmission frequency. The focus of this role is therefore, firstly to knockout the gametocidal gene using EMS mutagenesis and secondly to isolate the gene responsible for preferential transmission in wheat and investigate its mode of action. The successful candidate will work within the Wheat Research Centre and in close collaboration with an industrial partner.Applicants must be highly motivated and self-driven, with a PhD (or close to completion) in a relevant plant biology/genetics/plant breeding area or related biological science. It is essential that the successful candidate has demonstratable laboratory and glasshouse skills including aspects of plant genetics and molecular biology, with skills in data analysis/bioinformatics and laboratory skills in genetic marker analyses. It is desirabnle for the successful candidate to have considerable experience in some of the following areas: EMS mutagenesis, molecular cytogenetic techniques, data analyses and bioinformatics in wheat (specifically the use of genomic analysis tools), intercrossing wheat. A track record of publishing research is essential.This is a full-time post (36.25 hours/week) and will be offered on a permanent with underlying funding contract, funded until 30th September 2029. Job share arrangements may be considered.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Julie King, email julie.king@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.Further details:(this will open a new window)Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to .We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved .We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published for you to access information and support on application and interview process.We offer a range of benefits, visit website to learn what we can offer you.We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the page to find out more.Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by .

Expected salary

£31387 – 37999 per year

Location

Nottingham

Job date

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 06:29:07 GMT

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