Role Overview
University of Sheffield. Prof Julie Gray and Dr Stuart Casson in the School of Biosciences are looking to appoint a Technician to join a BBSRC funded project investigating the molecular basis of heat and drought stress tolerance in rice crops.
Responsibilities
You will work alongside and support a post‑doctoral researcher employed on the project, which also involves collaboration with researchers at the Universities of Penn State (USA), Würzburg (Germany), and the International Rice Research Institute (Philippines).
Project Objectives
Our objective is to understand abiotic stress tolerance in traditional rice cultivars by studying genetic variations associated with growth in hot or dry environments. To explore whether these genetic variations can confer climate resilience, we will compare the physiology and yield of multiple cultivars in carefully controlled environments and in field trials. The function of target genes will be tested by genetically manipulating their expression.
Qualifications
Applicants must have experience equivalent to Level 3 (BTEC/A Level) qualification in a biological science related subject, with proven vocational skills in plant and crop physiology and ideally molecular biology. Excellent organisational, communication, and record‑keeping skills are required, as well as the ability to communicate technical information clearly and succinctly, verbally, in presentations, or in written format.
Diversity and Inclusion
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