Job Description

The laboratory of Ron Mittler at the Christopher S. Bond Life Sciences Center, University of Missouri, Columbia, is seeking a highly motivated scientist to investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms controlling reactive oxygen species (ROS) and redox signaling. The successful candidate will be part of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group  and the Bond Life Sciences Center. Competitive salary and fringe benefits are available for this position.

Job Duties:

• Identify and characterizing mutants altered in ROS cell-to-cell signaling.
• Determine the molecular, biochemical, and metabolic mechanisms underlying the mechanisms used by cells to mediate ROS signaling.
• Determine how ROS signaling is spread from cell-to-cell in plants and other organisms.
• Generate large-scale omics datasets for the study of ROS signaling.
• Conduct bioinformatics, biostatistics, and other types of analyses on omics/experimental data.
• Study stress/stress combination responses of plants and other organisms.
• Use advanced imaging tools to study ROS/redox signaling.

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills : leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the University and their values.

Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work.

Minimum Qualification

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in plant biology, biochemistry, genetics, or a related discipline by the time of appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Having a strong background in stress biology, imaging, cell biology, physiology, omics, and biochemistry as well as excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative research environment.

Please send a resume that includes educational background, publications, and work experience (Ph.D. thesis and beyond), as well as a brief statement (1-2 pages) of research interests and goals. Please also provide contact information for at least three references that can provide letters of recommendation. Apply at https://hr.missouri.edu, Job ID 47781. Job Contact Email: mittlerr@missouri.edu.

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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