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The Perlin Lab at the University of Louisville is seeking a Postdoctoral scientist to conduct research involving the interaction of Microbotryum fungi with their respective host species. While this fungal species complex infects hundreds of plant species in the Caryophyllaceae (Pinks), severely-limited host specificity is the norm for most individual Microbotryum species. This NSF-funded project will involve functional characterization of secreted effectors used by the fungus to manipulate its host(s), especially to replace pollen with the fungal spores and to elicit sex change in infected female flowers.

Applicants must have a PhD in Plant Pathology, Fungal Genetics, Genetics, Microbiology, Developmental Biology, or a closely related discipline at time of appointment.  The successful candidate must have expertise using confocal fluorescence microscopy, Co-IP to study protein-protein interactions, and experience generating transgenic plants to express and characterize heterologous proteins. Previous experience working with fungi is preferred. Interested applicants will also be provided the opportunity to train undergraduate and graduate students in the lab, as well as the chance to give guest lectures in courses, and possibly co-teach their own course.

The position is expected to available now until filled, but it is preferred that the starting date be by 15 April, 2022. To apply, please submit a letter of application follow the "Online App. Form" link below and then click on the "Apply Now". You must answer all required fields and submit your application by clicking the "Submit" button. Detailed instructions are available at louisville.edu/jobs in the "My Career Tools" section. Vacancies are routinely removed from the jobs portal around 7:00PM each Monday.

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Must have a PhD in Plant Pathology, Fungal Genetics, Genetics, Microbiology, Developmental Biology, or a closely related discipline at time of appointment.  The successful candidate must have expertise using confocal fluorescence microscopy, Co-IP to study protein-protein interactions, and experience generating transgenic plants to express and characterize heterologous proteins. Previous experience working with fungi is preferred.