Date of posting here April 26, 2010 Type of position 12 month, full-time, Graduate Research Assistant (PhD) Employer University of Alberta Description of Employer The University of Alberta is a comprehensive research university of 37,000 students in western Canada that is currently ranked among the top 60 universities in the world by QS World University Rankings. The University of Alberta has excellent on-campus research facilities and equipment, numerous specialized analytical laboratories, including greenhouse and growth chambers, and excellent opportunities for conducting field research that includes the Edmonton Research Station and St. Albert Research Farm. Location Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Description of Location The University of Alberta is located in the heart of Alberta, an area with significant agricultural and horticultural production. The city of Edmonton is rich in both culture and diversity and is conveniently located near the Rocky Mountains. Salary $22,000 Closing date of competition Until a suitable candidate is found Date position available September 2010 Description of duties The successful applicant will conduct greenhouse/laboratory and applied field-oriented research in crop/weed ecology and eco-physiology. More specifically, field research will involve evaluating how plant reproductive ecology (plasticity, fitness, etc.) responds to herbicide timing. Greenhouse and laboratory research will evaluate the influence of herbicide timing on floral attributes, pollination, and gene expression. The successful applicant will prepare a research proposal, conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and present results at conferences and meetings. Publication of results in scientific journals is strongly encouraged at the PhD level. Qualifications sought Candidate must hold a BSc. and/or MSc. degree in plant science or a related discipline and will have demonstrated strong academic performance (minimum GPA of 3.3). Experience in field research is an asset but is not required. We are seeking a student that has excellent communication and organizational skills, is highly motivated, and has the ability to work well independently and with others. Candidates should have excellent proficiency in the English language (written and oral). Application procedure   Submit what Submit a cover letter describing relevant experience, career goals and research interests, a resume or curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three letters of reference. Submit to Submit application packet electronically or mail to: Dr. Christian Willenborg ARD Assistant Professor-Weed Science Dept. Agric., Food, Nutritional Sciences 410 Agric/Forestry Centre University of Alberta Edmonton, AB. T6G 2P5 Ph: (780) 248-1902 Fx: (780) 492-4265 Email: chris.willenborg@ualberta.ca