Postdoctoral Research Associate:
A postdoctoral position studying the genetic basis of complex traits in sunflower is available in our lab. This position involves the development of association mapping resources in sunflower, characterization of the structure of linkage disequilibrium across the sunflower genome, and candidate gene analyses aimed at associating DNA polymorphisms with variation in traits such as flowering time and seed dormancy.

Funds are available to support this position for up to three years. While this position is available immediately, the start date can be somewhat flexible for the right candidate. Applicants should have a strong background in population and/or quantitative genetics. Experience with candidate gene association analyses is desirable, but not required.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief statement of research interests to: jmburke@uga.edu.

Graduate Research Opportunities:
Graduate student positions are available in our lab for highly motivated individuals interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in plant evolutionary genetics and/or genomics. Topics of interest include the evolution of crop plants, the ecological and evolutionary consequences of crop-wild hybridization, and speciation/hybridization in the wild. Click through for more information on the Plant Biology graduate program at UGA.