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Postdoc: Population Genomics of Cheese Fungi
Postdoc in Population Genomics of Cheese Fungi (Orsay, France)We are seeking a highly motivated postgraduate researcher to work on population genomics of cheese Fungi in laboratory ESE located in Orsay near Paris (http://www.ese.u-psud.fr/index.php). The project focuses on studying the population genomics of *Penicillium roqueforti*, a fungus used for the maturation of blue cheese. Using whole-genome sequences of wild and domesticated populations, the successful applicant will particularly work on describing the recombination landscape within the genome of Penicillium roqueforti, the dynamics of transposable element...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - May 29, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc cheese france penicillium Source Type: blogs

Job: Univ of Wisconsin, Plant-Microbe Ecologist or Epidemiologist
University of Wisconsin, Madison is advertising a position for Plant-Microbe Ecologist or Epidemiologist. The text below is taken from U. Wisconsin Eco_Epi_Ad The Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is searching broadly at the assistant professor level for a researcher who studies the ecology or epidemiology of plant associated microbes through the use of emerging and novel quantitative methods. Areas of focus could include, but are not limited to: role of plant pathogens in the ecology of agricultural or natural systems; ecology of plant-associated microbes; population genetics of pla...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - May 14, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: jobs assistant professor ecology epidemiology faculty job madison plant microbe plant pathology plant-microbe ecology wisconsin Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Populus microbiome/mycobiome at ORNL
New postdoc position in Chris Schadt’s lab at Oak Ridge National Lab Purpose The Biosciences at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (http://www.ornl.gov) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the area of microbial ecology. The selected candidate will join an international team of investigators focused on understanding ecology of microbial communities as well as their responses to various anthropogenically induced changes (climate, contaminants, land use, etc.) in multiple systems. Major Duties/Responsibilities Design, conduct and interpret laboratory and field based research; lead and contribute to the development of ...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - May 2, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc ecology fungi microbiome mycobiome ORNL plant plant-microbe interactions Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Univ of Minnesota Fungal Genomics
Postdoctoral Position – Fungal Genomics and Metabolomics University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN Position description: A postdoctoral position focused on comparative genomics, metabolomics, and regulatory mechanisms of secondary metabolites in fungi is available in the Bushley lab. This project will focus on population genomics of fungi (Fusarium, Tolypocladium spp.) to investigate regulation and evolution of secondary metabolite genes, clusters, and metabolites. The project will adopt an interdisciplinary approach that integrates next-generation genome sequencing and assembly, comparative genomics, and RNA-Seq experim...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - April 30, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc bioinformatics evolution secondary metabolite Source Type: blogs

Meeting wrapup from ECFG12 in Seville
I recently returned from a successful ECFG12 in Seville, Spain held at the end of March. Some of us flew into Madrid first and took the high speed train to Seville (about 2 1/2 hours) which was a great way to relax and get out of planes after a transatlantic flight. We boarded the train in Madrid and stepped off in Seville.  The countryside at 200km/hr The  satellite meetings held before the conference include organism-specific conferences including Neurospora, Fusarium, Dothiedeomycetes, and Colleotrichum and AsperFest The conference content was excellent – I am reminded whenever I go to a fungal genetics mee...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - April 11, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: Fungal Genetics conference ecfg european fungal genetics tapas Source Type: blogs

Fungal Ecology Evolution Metagenomics Postdoc (University of Illinois)
A postdoctoral position is available in the department of Plant Biology, in the School of Integrative Biology, at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. PIs Astrid Ferrer (aquatic mycologist), Katy Heath (plant and microbe evolution), and Jim Dalling (plant and fungal community ecology) are looking for a highly motivated postdoc to work on a NSF-funded Dimensions of Biodiversity project aimed at understanding the ecological and genetic controls on fungal community assembly and decomposition function in tropical wood-decomposing aquatic fungi. Both the Heath and Dalling labs are lively, highly-collaborative environ...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - April 10, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc aquatic fungi mycology wood decay Source Type: blogs

Yale EEB Postdoc in Microbial Evolutionary Ecology
Yale Postdoctoral Position in Microbial Evolutionary Ecology. A two- to three-year postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of Paul Turner in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University. We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to participate in ongoing experimental projects relating to eco-evolutionary theory.  These projects concern (i) role of environmental heterogeneity on adaptability of bacteriophages, (ii) role of niche construction in the evolutionary ecology of virus- cancer cell interactions, and (iii) effects of host density on virulence evoluti...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - April 9, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc EEB microbial ecology microbial evolution mycovirus yale Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: USDA Bacterial Foodborne Pathogens and Mycology Research unit
The Bacterial Foodborne Pathogens and Mycology Research Unit at USDA-NCAUR in Peoria, Illinois, has two postdoctoral associate positions available. The successful applicant will study comparative genomics of Fusarium in order to elucidate genetic mechanisms that have given rise to the current diversity and distribution of secondary metabolite and pathogenicity-related genes in the F. fujikuroispecies complex.  For a more detailed description of the position and information on how to apply, please go to https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/361765700or contact Robert Proctor (robert.proctor@ars.usda.gov; tel. 3...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - March 11, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc fusarium mycotoxin USDA Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Fungal Comparative and Population Genomics
The Corradi Lab is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the field of Fungal Comparative and Population Genomics. The research will be led by Dr. Nicolas Corradi and carried out in a CIFAR (Canadian Institute for Advanced Research) – affiliated laboratory located in the Department of Biology of the University of Ottawa, Canada. The position will be initially funded for one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years depending on performance. The candidate is expected to contribute to several ongoing projects that focus on the population genomics of two evolutionary unrelated groups of fungi:...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - February 28, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc AMF comparative genomics microsporidia population genomics Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Systems-Biology and Bioinformatics
A postdoc in systems biology / bioinformatics working in the Millennium Nucleus in Fungal Integrative and Synthetic Biology is available. The position is in the laboratory of Dr Luis Larrondo at P. Universidad Católica de Chile. The Postdoc announcement  has additional details. (Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics)
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - February 28, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc chile neurospora systems biology Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: genome evolution of mycoheterotrophic plants.
 Naturalis has a position for a Postdoctoral researcher in the laboratory of Vincent Merckx  We seek a postdoctoral fellow for a 12-month project on the genome evolution of mycoheterotrophic plants. The project will employ next-generation sequencing techniques for de novo  genome and transcriptome assembly of achlorophyllous mycoheterotrophic flowering plants. There will be a strong focus on genome assembly and genome comparison to dectect common genetic patterns in the evolution of mycoheterotrophy. Full advert is here: Postdoc_Merckx More information: mycoheterotrophy.com Twitter: @VMerckx YouTube: youtube.co...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - January 30, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc genome genome evolution mycoheterotroph next generation sequencing symbiosis Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Leibniz-IGB Berlin — Aquatic Fungi Genomics Ecology
Via @EvolDir – Post Here 2 Postdocs and 2 PhD Studentships Biodiversity, Ecology, and Genomics of Aquatic Fungi Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) The Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) is the largest freshwater ecology research institute in Germany (www.igb-berlin.de) and one of 8 member institutes of the Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V (www.fv-berlin.de). IGB offers world-class laboratory and field facilities for interdisciplinary research and is a founding member of the Berlin Center for Genomic...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - January 26, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: Fusarium dieback disease
Description: A postdoctoral researcher position is available to research Fusarium dieback disease associated with the invasive ambrosia beetle polyphagous shot hole borer (PSHB, Euwallacea sp.). These agents cause branch dieback and tree mortality on avocado and other hosts in southern California. Research focus will be on the identification, biology, epidemiology and control of fungal pathogens associated with the beetle. Qualifications: Applicant with a Ph.D. degree in plant pathology, microbiology or related fields will be considered. Candidates should be skilled in molecular and field techniques, possess expertise in ...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - January 3, 2014 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc Source Type: blogs

Job: Assistant Professor, Mycology at Auburn University
Assistant Professor – Mycology  Auburn University, Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, is accepting applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Professor in the area of Mycology. For a detailed position announcement, including application instructions and requirements, please visit http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/366 to apply for the position. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Kira Bowen, Search Committee Chair, Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, Auburn University, AL 36849; e-mail:  BOWENKL@auburn.edu. Review of applications will begin February 1...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - December 9, 2013 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: jobs Source Type: blogs

Postdoc: U Minnesota Microbial Ecology & Evolution
The May research group at the University of Minnesota seeks to hire two to three post-doctoral associates in the ecology and evolution of plant-associated microbes. Successful applicants will work on an experimental project with global reach as part of a team of ecologists and evolutionary biologists spanning the University of Minnesota’s departments of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior and Plant Pathology. The appointment is for one year (with potential for renewal), to begin as soon as possible. The scientific goal of these positions is to examine the abiotic and biotic predictors and functional significance...
Source: Fungal Genomes and Comparative Genomics - November 29, 2013 Category: Geneticists and Genetics Commentators Authors: Jason Stajich Tags: postdoc microbial ecology microbial evolution microbiology modeling Source Type: blogs