Phd Position in Plant Biochemistry

vor 3 Wochen

Zurich, Schweiz ETH Zürich Vollzeit

**PhD Position in Plant Biochemistry**:
**100%, Zurich, fixed-term**:
Applications are invited for a PhD position in the Plant Biochemistry group (Laboratory of Prof. Samuel C. Zeeman) in the Institute of Molecular Plant Biology (Department of Biology), ETH Zurich.

**Project background**:
The Laboratory of Plant Biochemistry studies the pathways of carbohydrate metabolism and the molecular mechanisms that plants use to control them. Our research focuses on starch biosynthesis - an important and active field since starch is the key storage carbohydrate of plants and forms the basis of human and animal nutrition. Having identified a suite of novel proteins involved in localizing and coordinating the enzymes of starch biosynthesis, we are investigating the cell biological aspects of this vital process. Examples of our research in this field can be found here.

**Job description**:
The successful applicant, who will work in the team led by Prof. Samuel C. Zeeman, will be involved in research to understand how plants are able to make the carbohydrate polymers that comprise starch and how they are able to adopt a complex, semi-crystalline state. This research will require a combination of complementary tools: molecular genetics in the model plant _Arabidopsis thaliana_, advanced microscopic and cell biological methods, and _in-vitro_/_in-vivo_ biochemistry. The successful applicant will be embedded within an interactive institute located in the city-center Campus of ETH Zurich, a world-leading institution in basic and applied research. We provide access to state-of-the-art facilities for microscopy (ScopeM), proteomics and nucleotide sequence analysis (FGCZ, GDC), in-house metabolomics, and plant growth.

The position is available from autumn on or as per mutual agreement.

**Your profile**:
Applicants should hold a Master’s degree or equivalent, with a strong background in biology/biochemistry and an interest in plant sciences. An advanced knowledge of molecular biology, genetics and biochemistry is essential, together with a strong motivation to learn and develop new techniques and methods. Experience in microscopy, bioinformatics and quantitative data analysis would be advantageous.

**We offer**:
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

**We value diversity**:
In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

**Curious? So are we.**:

- CV
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- Name and contact details of two academic referees

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