Post-doc Research Associate in Biofuels

Applications for a research associate (post-doc) position are being accepted for studies related to the synthesis of terpene molecules as high value products and biofuels. The person chosen will work with members of the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, at Michigan State University. The person in this position will work with bacteria and plants. Most of the work will focus on the regulation of the methylerythritol pathway, but will also include work on the effects of expressing genes for novel terpene synthases on plant performance. This person will also work with isoprene synthases, in some cases eliminating them from target plants and in other cases overexpressing them. The position is expected to be available February 1, 2018 and last for one year with possibility of reappointment, dependent on progress and funding availability.