Research Associate in Plant Biochemistry and Physiology

We are seeking to appoint an experienced researcher with expertise in plant physiology or biochemistry, to work on a project to develop crops with increase stress tolerance.

The Plastid terminal oxidase (PTOX) is a chloroplast localised plastoquinol oxygen oxidoreductase that has potential to act as a significant sink for electron flow from Photosystem II under stress conditions. We have recently demonstrated that PTOX can act photo-protectively, helping plants to tolerate environmental stress. The aim of this new project is to investigate how this protective activity can be transferred to new species, including crops.

We wish to recruit a post-doctoral research associate to take the leading role in this research. You will join a diverse, inclusive and welcoming research group, based at the University of Manchester, examining different aspects of plant stress biology.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies

Enquiries about vacancy shortlisting and interviews:

Manager: Giles Johnson

Email: giles.johnson@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk

Tel: 0161 275 4499

Technical support:

Email: universityofmanchester@helpmeapply.co.uk

Tel: 0161 850 2004

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date

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