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POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR
Computational Biologist / Bioimaging Analyst
Overview: An opening is now available for a postdoctoral scholar to direct
advanced bioimage analysis of fungal pathogenesis on maize plants. Our team
has developed a semi-automated micro-imaging platform to discern tissue- and
cellular-level effects underlying host genetic resistance. We are seeking a
candidate with expertise in computational biology to develop and apply
custom image segmentation and analysis routines to make qualitative and
quantitative inference on how disease resistance quantitative trait loci,
being dissected to the gene level, alter pathogenesis. This project presents
ample opportunities for a scholar to development novel approaches and
discover unique biological phenomena.
The scholar will be part an NSF-funded multi-institutional investigation
addressing key hypotheses regarding the mechanistic basis of genetic
variation in plant quantitative disease resistance; project title: GENETIC
AND HISTOLOGICAL DISSECTION OF PHENOTYPIC VARIATION IN RESISTANCE TO MAIZE
DISEASES. As a member of a local team of experts in bioimaging and a larger
inter-disciplinary project team, the scholar will be exposed to multiple
fields of study including breeding, pathology, genetics, statistics,
histology and molecular biology. The scholar will help coordinate
interactions between participating institutions (Cornell University, North
Carolina State University, Iowa State University and USDA-ARS) to gain
experience in collaborative and integrative science.
Co-advisors:
- Dr. Jeff Caplan, Director of the Bio-Imaging Center, Delaware
Biotechnology Institute;
http://bioimaging.dbi.udel.edu/- Dr. Randall J. Wisser, Assistant Professor of Plant Genetics & Breeding,
Department of Plant and Soil Sciences;
http://www2.udel.edu/wisserlab/Qualifications: This position involves wet-lab work to generate image data
(minor component) and computational work to manage and analyze data (major
component). A highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. in the Biological
Sciences (Computational Biology, Biological Engineering, Pathology,
Genetics, etc.) with experience in image analysis and a demonstrated
proficiency in quantitative analysis is required. Experience working in a
laboratory setting is required, and experience with confocal and multiphoton
fluorescence microscopy is preferred. A background or career trajectory in
Plant Biology is recommended but not necessary.
Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply provide a statement of
interest, CV, and contact information for three references to
[hidden email]
Best Regards,
Jeffrey Caplan
Director of Bioimaging
Delaware Biotechnology Institute
Bio-Imaging Center
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 19716
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