Positions for Postdoc and PhD student in plant cell biology

Position Description

We are seeking one postdoc and one PhD student to join our team in the Institute of Plant Biology at National Taiwan University in Taipei. This position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates to expand their skill set in a multidisciplinary lab utilizing cutting-edge technologies in protein biochemistry and cell biology. It also provides excellent career development, with mentoring support and ample resources.

The selected candidates will be responsible for conducting research, writing research papers, collaborating with faculty members, and participating in academic conferences. The PhD student will also attend lectures and seminars. Research topics include studying adaptor proteins for clathrin-mediated endocytosis, membrane contact sites and plant root tropisms, such as hydrotropism, phototropism, and touch responses, regulated by vesicle trafficking and other endomembrane transport systems.

Qualifications

• Research skills and ability to conduct independent research

• Proficiency in written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty members and colleagues

• Self-motivation and dedication to academic excellence

• Degrees in a relevant field, such as biology, medical or bioinformatic.

Application

Please send your application including, cover letter detailing your motivation for applying; CV; copy of the highest degree certificate; name and address of three referees in a single file to Wei Siao (weisiao@ntu.edu.tw). For PhD admission and scholarship information, please refer to https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/ 

Positions for Master and Bachelor student in plant cell biology

Master students interested in studying plant vesicle trafficking, endocytosis and root tropisms are encouraged to apply. Please feel free to contact me for further discussion. Undergraduate students interested in internships, special topics, summer research, or part-time research assistance are invited to reach out to discuss potential projects.

Application

For Taiwanese students, please feel free to contact me directly (weisiao@ntu.edu.tw).

For international students, please refer to https://admissions.ntu.edu.tw/