Katie Field

A postdoctoral research position is available in the area of plant-fungal interactions, funded by The Royal Society Faraday Discovery Fellowship project. The successful candidate will join Professor Katie Field's group at The University of Sheffield and work within Dr Silvia Pressel's research team at the Natural History Museum. The research focuses on understanding the processes and mechanisms underlying plant-soil and plant-fungal interactions, with applications in ecology, mycology, and environmental science. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in plant biology and mycology, and to contribute to innovative research in a multidisciplinary environment. Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field such as plant biology, mycology, ecology, or environmental science, and have experience in research related to plant-fungal interactions. The position is fully funded by The Royal Society Faraday Discovery Fellowship. The application deadline is 12th January 2025. For more information about the job, the project, the wider team, and how to apply, please visit the provided job link. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers interested in plant-fungal interactions, plant-soil processes, and ecological research at the interface of biology and environmental science.