Position Summary The project focuses on the structure of the plant endoplasmic reticulum (ER). The research will dissect the function of novel proteins involved in the establishment and maintenance of the plant ER network, using multidisciplinary approaches, including proteomics, biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, genomics and advanced live-cell imaging in the model plant species Arabidopsis thaliana. The post-doc research associate will be responsible for designing and performing experiments, analyzing data, helping with manuscript and grant preparation, overseeing and training other lab personnel. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Doctorate -Cell Biology - Molecular Biology/Gene Regulation Minimum Requirements PhD in Cell Biology - Molecular Biology/Gene Regulation, or related field of Biochemistry, Genetics, Proteomics and record of publication in peer-reviewed journals and a strong background in cellular and molecular biology. Experience in Arabidopsis genomics is essential. Desired Qualifications Experience with the plant secretory pathway and stress responses is desirable. Required Application Materials Please submit a brief description of research experience, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr Federica Brandizzi (e-mail: fb@msu.edu). Special Instructions Review of application will begin on October 9, 2020, and will continue until the position has been filled. Review of Applications Begins On 10/09/2020 Website https://prl.natsci.msu.edu/people/faculty/federica-brandizzi/ or https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=brandizzi+f&sort=date MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. | 
