The Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level for the Professorship in Dry Bean Agronomy and Pest Management.  This position is located at the University of Guelph's Ridgetown Campus, located in the municipality of Chatham-Kent, 200 km southwest of the University's main campus in Guelph.  The anticipated start date for this appointment is a mutually agreed-upon date in 2025.

For the full job posting, please click here, or visit https://careers.uoguelph.ca/job-invite/661/ to apply.

On behalf of Dr. Gavin Chen (PDF here):

M.Sc. or Ph.D. Position in Genome Editing and Plant Biotechnology 

Project description: We are seeking a highly motivated and responsible candidate to join our research project focused on improving crop productivity and sustainability through canola hybrid breeding. This project integrates genome editing technologies with advanced molecular breeding techniques. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team in laboratory and greenhouse environments, conducting research that includes: (1) In silico assessment of gene families; (2) Generation of plant binary constructs; (3) Canola transformation; (4) Physiological and phenotypic evaluation of transgenic plants and (5) Genetic analysis and molecular characterization.

Qualifications: PhD candidates must hold an MSc in plant molecular biology or a related field. MSc candidates should possess a BSc in biology or a related discipline. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong foundation in plant molecular biology, and PhD candidates should also have hands-on experience in plant tissue culture and transformation. Knowledge of computational methods for analyzing gene and protein sequences is advantageous. Excellent organizational abilities and communication skills (both written and verbal) are essential, as is a proven capacity for effective collaboration. All applicants must satisfy the admission requirements established by the University of Alberta's Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science.(https://www.ualberta.ca/agriculture-life-environment-sciences/programs/graduate-programs/prospective-students/agricultural-food-and-nutritional-science/afns-admission-process/index.html).

Funding: Full stipend, travel to conferences and research costs. 

Location: The student will be co-supervised by Dr. Gavin Chen (Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Plant Lipid Biotechnology, University of Alberta) and Dr. Daoquan Xiang (Adjunct Professor, University of Alberta; Research Officer, National Research Council Canada, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada), and carry out research activity at the University of Alberta. 

Start date: January 2026 or later

How to Apply: 

Email Dr. Gavin Chen at gc24@ualberta.cawith subject “PhD Application – Plant Biotechnology – [Your Full Name]” and (1) One file containing your CV, a brief motivation letter (Max. 1-page highlighting interest and qualifications), and contact information for three academic or professional references, and (2) Unofficial academic transcripts. Short-listed applicants will be contacted to arrange an online interview.

The Brauer lab (https://brauerlab.weebly.com/) at Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada in Ottawa is recruiting students to study the molecular mechanisms of pathogen resistance in plants. Our focus is on understanding bacterial and fungal interactions with barley to improve resistance against agriculturally-relevant diseases. Students will benefit from training in federal research labs in genetics, bioinformatics and crop physiology as well as from coursework at the University of Ottawa. Support for travel to conferences will also available. Please contact Dr. Brauer for more information (elizabeth.brauer@agr.gc.ca).

The Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch in Brandon (Manitoba) has a position available for a research scientist in plant physiology. Please click here for the full job posting, the closing date is April 4, 2025.

The Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level.  This position is located at the Guelph, Ontario campus and requires a PhD in Horticulture, Plant Science, or a closely related field.  The anticipated start date for this appointment is September 1, 2025, or another mutually agreed-upon date in 2025.

The successful candidate will design and teach undergraduate courses in floriculture and nursery crop production and will serve as the program coordinator for a course-based master’s program in Plant Agriculture.  They will supervise MSc and PhD students in their thesis research and contribute to classroom instruction at the graduate level.  The chosen candidate will develop and lead a comprehensive, externally funded research program in any area of ornamental horticulture (e.g., nursery, greenhouse or other controlled environment production, plant nutrition, physiology, breeding) according to their expertise and interest.  They will also participate in industry liaison activities, including managing the Guelph Ornamental Trial gardens, and representing the University of Guelph on the board of the Canadian Greenhouse Conference; accordingly, direct experience in the ornamental horticulture industry is considered an asset.

The successful candidate will join a world-class, collaborative faculty in the Department of Plant Agriculture, with members conducting cutting-edge research in the disciplines of plant breeding and genetics, weed science, plant pathology, soil science, agronomy, plant physiology, plant conservation, and plant-based bioproducts.  Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications.  The department will provide competitive research start-up funds; other research support and subsidized access to research facilities are available through the Research Alliance Agreement between the University of Guelph and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.

The Department of Plant Agriculture is Canada’s largest and most diverse applied plant biology department and has recognized strengths in a broad cross-section of plant sciences including agronomy, horticulture, breeding, molecular genetics, genomics, controlled environment systems, plant physiology, post-harvest physiology, plant pathology, and plant-based bioproducts. The Department currently has 26 faculty members and employs 100 staff and more than 100 graduate students. Faculty within the Department have access to modern laboratories, growth room and greenhouse facilities, as well as fourteen well-equipped research stations across the province. As part of the Ontario Agricultural College, the Department of Plant Agriculture has a long history of achievement in serving the agriculture and agri-food industries within Ontario and beyond.

Assessment of applications will begin on May 12, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

For detailed posting and application link visit:  https://careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-Assistant-Professor-in-Ornamental-Horticulture-ON-N1G-2W1/729475447/

Post-Doctoral Fellowship Position in Plant Disease Proteomics

Department of Biological Sciences

Plant Genomics Group (www.uhriglab.com)

Call Closes: April 28th, 2025

The post-doctoral fellowship position will be based in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada in the laboratory of Dr. R. Glen Uhrig, but will also intersect with several researchers from the Departments of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Sciences and Computer Science. For the full advertisement, including qualifications and how to apply, please click here.

An opportunity is available on the topic of studying and optimizing RNA-based antiviral strategies, at the Agriculture and Agrifoods Canada Sidney/Summerland locations for an M.Sc student through the Research Affiliate Program. For full information, click here (English), or here (Francais). 

The Weraduwage Lab in the Department of Biology and Biochemistry, Bishop’s University, focuses on discovering strategies to enhance plant growth, productivity and resilience to stress under future climate conditions. They are seeking an M.Sc. student interested in carrying out research spanning the fields of Plant Biology, Physiology and Biochemistry.

The successful applicant will use a variety of Arabidopsis mutant lines to understand how whole plant C gain, C available for growth and overall plant growth and reproduction can be maximized under elevated carbon dioxide and temperature. The selected student will be involved in growing Arabidopsis plants under varying environmental conditions, and conducting plant growth analyses, leaf gas exchange measurements, phosphoproteomic analyses and RNA sequencing. Plants will be grown in the Phytotron at the Université de Sherbrooke, located in the same city as Bishop’s. Therefore, the student may be required to travel between the two Universities.

This M.Sc. position will be funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The selected candidate will receive a stipend of CA $20,000 per year for two years. Students are also expected to apply for internal and external scholarships. 

Canadian citizens and permanent residents including applicants from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have completed a B.Sc. degree in Biology or Biochemistry before starting this position. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial), and contact information of two references. Please email applications to Dr. Sarathi Weraduwage (sweraduw@ubishops.ca) by December 31st 2024. However, Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Expected start date is January, 2025 or May, 2025.

Bishop’s University implements an equal access employment / program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies and welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2+.

The Department of Biological Sciences at Eastern Illinois University (www.eiu.edu/biology) is seeking a Plant Physiologist at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track), beginning August 2025. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, and postdoctoral experience is preferred (excellent ABD candidates will be considered). Candidates with research integrating genetic or genomic approaches are particularly encouraged to apply.

Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience promoting inclusive excellence required. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program involving both undergraduate and graduate (Master's level) students. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in plant physiology and genetics, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's area of expertise. Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, excellent benefit and retirement package, and a competitive start-up package will be available. Faculty at EIU are represented by the EIU Chapter of UPI Local 4100.

For full posting and how to apply, please click here.

Come join Canada’s leader in horticulture research and innovation!

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Senior Research Technician to join our amazing team. Vineland Research and Innovation Centre is a uniquely Canadian results-oriented organization dedicated to horticulture science and innovation. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization, funded in part by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a five-year, federal-provincial-territorial initiative. We deliver innovative products, solutions and services through an integrated and collaborative cross-country network to advance Canada’s research and commercialization agenda.

What we’re looking for…

Reporting to the Research Scientist, Genomics and Trait Development, the Senior Research Technician, Genomics will coordinate and be responsible for the execution of molecular biology related requests from Vineland’s research programs and contract service projects. This role will coordinate, plan, monitor project timelines, and manage project budgets including the management of other technical staff. The Senior Research Technician will collaborate closely with other scientific and technical staff at Vineland, as well as external partners, to enable a multidisciplinary approach to research and project delivery.

For full job posting, including a description of job duties and requirements to apply, please click here.