-----Original Message----- From: bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi [mailto:bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi] On Behalf Of Anita Tienhaara Sent: 12. syyskuuta 2012 14:45 To: finbionet Subject: [Bco] PhD student and Post-Doc positions open in the Wood Development Group, University of Helsinki

PhD student and Post-Doc positions open in the Wood Development Group (PI Ykä Helariutta, Academy Professor), University of Helsinki

We are searching for applicants to carry out research in two areas: (1) Symplastic communication. We have recently identified extragenic suppressor mutations for a gain-of-function allele of Callose Synthase 3 (CalS3) locus (Vaten et al. Dev Cell 21:1144-55). We believe these mutations provide an interesting entry point for understanding how callose regulates cell-to-cell movement of developmental signals through plasmodesmata. (2) Secondary phase of vascular development during root development in Arabidopsis. We are investigating how cytokinin regulates cambial development (Mähönen et al. Science 311:94-98; Nieminen et al. PNAS 105:20032-7). We have identified new components as an entry point both based on genetic screens and microarrays.

Applicants should send 1) a cover letter describing previous achievements, future career ambitions and motivation for this position; 2) Curriculum vitae with a list of publications and contact information of two referees to email address: yrjo.helariutta-at-helsinki.fi.

The deadline for applications is September 30th, 2012. However, the position can be filled earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

For more information, please feel free to contact Professor Helariutta:

e-mail: Yrjo.Helariutta-at-helsinki.fi phone: +358 (9) 19159422 http://www.biocenter.helsinki.fi/bi/Helariutta/ http://www.helsinki.fi/eng/

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