We are looking for highly motivated and talented Ph.D. graduates which are preferentially within the first year after their graduation.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The laboratory of cell and developmental biology (https://lpcdb.kaust.edu.sa) within the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) seeks highly motivated and talented Ph.D. graduates which are preferentially within the first year after their graduation.

REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have experience in dissecting molecular mechanisms related to developmental processes in Arabidopsis and/or modern crops. The applicant should have a strong background in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology. Experience in confocal microscopy including high-resolution imaging fluorescence spectroscopy technologies is highly recommended. Excellent verbal and written English communication is mandatory.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Fixed-term contract: The position would be initially for one year, but with the possibility for renewal for a maximum of 3 years depending on the candidate’s performance according to KAUST regulations.

KAUST

KAUST is an international, graduate research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through interdisciplinary research, education, and innovation. KAUST attracts top faculty, scientists, engineers, and students from around the world to conduct curiosity-driven and goal-oriented research to address the world’s most pressing scientific and technological challenges. Located in Saudi Arabia, on the eastern shores of the Red Sea, KAUST provides an award-winning campus to live, work, study and play. As a faculty, you will have access to superb research facilities, guaranteed baseline research funding, generous infrastructure support, entrepreneurship opportunities through our innovation and economic development focus, and highly competitive international salaries.

KAUST is ranked among the top universities based on research performance and innovation outputs. According to the 2019 Normalized Nature Index rankings, KAUST was #18 globally. In Nature Index’s most recent Young Universities Rankings (2019), KAUST was #1 for institutions under 20 years of age and #6 for those under 50. In the QS World University Rankings, KAUST has been ranked #1 globally (since 2016) in “Citations per Faculty” and almost 10% of faculty members are recognized as Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researchers (2020).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please include a cover letter that summarizes relevant experience and motivation for the job, along with a CV that includes contact information for three references (name, position, and e-mail address). For more information, please contact Prof. Ikram Blilou at Ikram.blilou@kaust.edu.sa. The anticipated starting date is early 2023. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

When challenged with biotic stresses, plants redirect their resources toward a defense response that occurs at the expense of growth. Recently we have identified a set of transcription factors involved in this process in Arabidopsis and tomatoes and we are currently characterizing their function in regulating growth and response to biotic stresses.

REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have a strong background in genetics, crop biology, tissue culture and transformation, molecular biology, and histology. Experience in immunocytochemistry and RNA in situ hybridization technologies and confocal microscopy is highly recommended.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are a must.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Fixed-term contract: The position would be initially for one year, but with the possibility for renewal for a maximum of 3 years depending on the candidate’s performance according to KAUST regulations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please include a cover letter that summarizes relevant experience and motivation for the job, along with a CV that includes contact information for three references (name, position, and e-mail address). For more information, please contact Prof. Ikram Blilou at Ikram.blilou@kaust.edu.sa. The anticipated starting date is early 2023. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

We seek a highly motivated Junior-Level Research Technician.

REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have experience in molecular biology and cell biology with basic knowledge of plant biology. The applicant is expected to handle different tasks like organizing, stocking, plant maintenance, preparation of reagents and media, and maintaining lab inventory. He/she must be social, reliable, and organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Biology and at least one year of laboratory experience. Excellent verbal and written English communication is mandatory. Please include a cover letter that summarizes relevant experience and motivation for the job, along with a CV that includes contact information for three references (name, position, and e-mail address).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Fixed-term contract: The position is a fixed-term appointment for one year from the date of hire with a high probability of renewal according to KAUST regulations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For more information, please contact Prof. Ikram Blilou at Ikram.blilou@kaust.edu.sa.