Two M. Sc. graduate positions available

in Plant Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Cell Biology

Department of Biology, University of Western Ontario

Biotechnology of Soybean and/or Alfalfa

Both positions will be focusing on gene expression in one of two plant systems, soybean or alfalfa.

In soybeans the research will focus on transgenic plant production and assessment of genetic expression of a variety of bio-products.

The research in alfalfa will work to promote the nutritive value of this forage crop, through genetic discovery and the development of biotechnological resources.

Both positions require excellent performance in academics at the undergraduate level. Experience in a research facility for plant molecular biology or biotechnology would be an asset.

Students will work within a broad program in molecular biology and biotechnology with collaborators across the country at the Southern Crop Protection and Food Research Centre, an Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Research Centre. This state of the art facility is located in London, Ontario a 10 minute drive from the University of Western Ontario campus. Students will be accepted through the University of Western Ontario and enrolled in the Department of Biology. Students would be expected to undertake normal departmental duties such as Teaching Assistant positions.

Potential applicants can contact Dr. Brown directly for further information, or send a statement of interest as well as up to date transcripts and curriculum vitae with the names and addresses of two referees to:

Dr. Daniel C.W. Brown
Southern Crop Protection and Food Research Centre
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
London, Ontario
Canada
N5V 4T3
E-mail: browndc@agr.gc.ca
Fax : (519) 457-3997
Phone : (519) 457-1470 ext. 228