About CRAG
CRAG is an independent research institution engaged in leading‑edge basic and applied plant and farm animal sciences. CRAG is established as a consortium of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA), Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), and University of Barcelona (UB). The Center is located at the UAB Campus, and currently hosts 200 members from across the world.
Research Programs at CRAG (from basic science to applied research using plant experimental model systems, crops and farm animals) make extensive use of genomic technologies and large sets of genetic and genomic data (https://www.cragenomica.es/sites/default/files/2022-07/crag-summary-2020-2021_0.pdf ).
Responsibilities
The Center for Research in Agricultural Genomics (CRAG) seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Epigenetics and Plant Development group. The candidate will conduct innovative research investigating responses to cold temperature in woodland strawberry as part of the ERC Consolidator Grant “Regulatory mechanisms underlying chilling responses: towards the design of climate‑smart plants” (tuneCHILL; GAP‑101229978).
Requirements
Educational requirements: PhD in Plant Biology or related field.
Skills
* A strong background in gene expression regulation and chromatin biology
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Fluency in spoken and written English
* Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
* Demonstrable scientific success in previous roles
Experience
* Prior experience in RNA‑seq and ATAC‑seq assays in plants – essential
* Handling of strawberry plants (Fragaria vesca) – essential
* Plant in vitro culture – essential
* Bioinformatic data analysis (RNA‑seq/ATAC‑seq) – desirable
Working Conditions
* Contract Duration: 2 years
* Hours/week: 37.5 hours
Equal Opportunity Statement
CRAG is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission. All candidates will be considered qualified for the job without restrictions of gender, race, nationality or disability. Integration policy: reserve the place in a first turn for disabled staff.
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