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Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology The Department of forest genetics and plant physiology is part of Umeå Plant Science Centre (UPSC, https://www.upsc.se) which is a centre of excellence for experimental plant research and forest biotechnology in Northern Sweden. Our mission is to perform excellent and innovative basic research and generate knowledge that benefits forestry, agriculture, environment and society. We work across a wide range of disciplines in plant science reaching from cell biology to ecophysiology and from basic research to industrial applications. Our common goal is to understand the plants’ ability to grow, adapt and acclimate to a changing world and how we can breed better plants. About the position A post-doctoral position is available in the Niittylä group at the Umeå Plant Science Center, Sweden (www.upsc.se/totte_niittyla) to study carbon assimilation and carbon partitioning in trees. The project builds on our recent work on starch metabolism and carbon allocation in Populus and Arabidopsis (Dominquez et al 2021; Wang et al. 2022; Fuenfgeld et al. 2022). We are now looking for a postdoc scientist who will use functional genomics, metabolomics and isotope flux analysis to investigate the molecular mechanisms of carbon partitioning in Populus trees. The project is part of our larger effort to understand the limits of CO2 assimilation and carbon sequestration in the fast-growing pioneer genus Populus. Your profile Applicants shall have a PhD in plant molecular biology, plant biochemistry or plant physiology and a genuine interest to carry out experimental plant research with a focus on trees. Molecular biology lab skills are important and previous experience on transcription factor characterisation and/or metabolic flux analysis are highly desirable. English fluency and publication of the PhD work in peer-reviewed high-quality journal(s) is required. As postdoctoral appointments are career-developing positions for junior researchers, we are primarily looking for candidates with a doctoral degree that is three years old at most. About us UPSC belongs to two universities, the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and Umeå University. About 200 people from more than 40 different nationalities work here. We host some 30 principal investigators, and our researchers have access to state-of-the-art analytical platforms, unique tree germplasm resources and plant growth facilities. We strive for a collaborative work environment and support our scientists throughout all career stages by providing professional training opportunities and individual career mentoring. Read more about our benefits and working at SLU by visiting: https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ Location: Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, SLU, Umeå. Form of employment: Temporary employment 24 months, with the possibility of extension. Scope: 100% Start date: As agreed.  Application: Please submit your application before deadline 31 December 2024. You can submit your application by clicking the button below. Applications are reviewed continuously until suitable candidate is found. Union representatives: https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/   The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden. SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.