Vacancies - Molecular Systematist / Postdoctoral Fellow x2 (Plant Sciences and Biodiversity)

· Rare Professional Opportunities
· Three fixed term 2 and 2 ½ year contracts, starting July 2010

In these three important roles you will undertake research on the
systematics of selected plant or fungal groups using molecular
techniques. The Molecular Systematist will also manage a molecular
laboratory, seek external funding for research, monitor expenditure, and
contribute to the scientific curation of the collections held at the
National Herbarium of Victoria. One postdoctoral position will advance
our understanding of the biodiversity and conservation of baobabs and
Acacia farnesiana. The other postdoctoral position will undertake
phylogenetic research on Australian members of Cortinarius subgenus
Dermocybe.
The ideal candidates will have a PhD in systematics or equivalent
experience, with extensive research experience in plant or fungi
systematics using molecular techniques. Excellent written and oral
communication skills are also essential in order to communicate
effectively with colleagues, the public, international and national
researchers, and successfully prepare results of research for
publication.

See website for position descriptions
http://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/about-us/job-opportunities

Please send applications to recruit@rbg.vic.gov.au by close of business
Friday 9 July 2010. For further enquiries please call +613 9252 2313.
All applications must address the key selection criteria as stated in
the position descriptions, and provide an outline of their intended
research program for the Molecular Systematist position.

Regards
Dr Frank Udovicic
Manager, Plant Sciences
National Herbarium of Victoria
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Victoria, Australia.

Jun 30th, 2010 by Webmaster