Postdoctoral Associate in Polyploidy Research – Plant Biology, Cell & Molecular Biology at Cornell University Cornell University in United States

A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the Roeder Laboratory at Cornell University, located in Ithaca, NY, with a research focus on polyploidy. The lab, led by Professor Adrienne Roeder, is part of the School of Integrative Plant Science, Plant Biology Section, within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and is affiliated with the Weill Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology. The Roeder Lab investigates how plant leaves and flowers achieve their correct size and shape, with broader implications for agriculture and bio-inspired design in architecture. Their research centers on how polyploidy influences cell size patterning in the plant epidermis and how these mechanisms affect plant responses to environmental stresses such as limited nutrients, salt, and genotoxic stress.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative NSF-funded project within the Polyploidy Integration & Innovation Institute (PI3), working alongside team members studying polyploidy across plants, fungi, and animals. The research will utilize advanced techniques such as RNA-seq and proteomics to analyze gene expression and protein changes, as well as confocal imaging to assess cell growth and size alterations in response to stress. The ultimate goal is to identify both common and divergent mechanisms by which polyploidy impacts cellular and tissue performance across diverse organisms.

Applicants should have a recent Ph.D. in biology, plant biology, molecular biology, genetics, bioengineering, or a related field, with substantial laboratory research experience. Required skills include proficiency in RNA-seq, proteomics, and confocal imaging, as well as the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams working on various model organisms. The position is full-time (40 hours/week), benefits-eligible, and offers a competitive salary range of $62,232 to $88,745 per year, with the initial appointment for one year and the possibility of renewal.

To apply, candidates should send a cover letter describing their research experience and interest in the lab, a complete CV with publications, and contact information for three references to Dr. Adrienne Roeder at [email protected]. Please include your anticipated Ph.D. completion timeline and earliest preferred start date if applicable. Application review will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information, visit the official job posting.

Cornell University is an Ivy League institution with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Weill Institute for Cell and Molecular Biology provides an interdisciplinary environment for cutting-edge research in the life sciences. The Roeder Lab offers an excellent opportunity for postdoctoral researchers interested in plant biology, genetics, and the molecular mechanisms underlying polyploidy and environmental adaptation.