New!
Associate Attorney Rosasco Law Group APC
Rocklin, CA1 day ago
- $115,000–$180,000 Per Year
| Location | Davis, CA |
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Immunity and Extracellular Immune Signaling in Gainesville, FL for University of Florida Microbiology and Cell Science Return to Search Results
Expand Show Other Jobs
Job Saved Save Job
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Immunity and Extracellular Immune Signaling
University of Florida Microbiology and Cell Science
Facebook X LinkedIn Share
APPLY NOW
Application
First Name
Last Name
Email address
Message To Employer (required)
Please attach your resume and up to two additional documents.
Files must be 2MB or less and acceptable file types.
Add File
Captcha / Bot check:
Copy from here
...to here
Click to hear these letters.
What is this?
The application opened in a new tab.
You may close this popup.
By using this feature you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Details
Posted: 31-Aug-26
Location: Gainesville, Florida
Required Education: Doctorate
Area of Focus: Signals and Responses
Type:
Full Time
Level:
Experienced
A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Zhonglin Mou in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Science at the University of Florida.
The position is supported by a newly funded three-year USDA/NIFA grant focused on understanding extracellular immune signaling in plants. The successful candidate will investigate how extracellular signaling molecules, including extracellular NAD(P) and salicylic acid (SA), are sensed at the plant cell surface and how these signals activate local and systemic immune responses.
Our research has identified lectin receptor kinases as key components of extracellular NAD(P) and SA signaling pathways that contribute to systemic acquired resistance (Li et al., Extracellular salicylic acid activates immune signaling through cell-surface receptors. bioRxiv 2026). The postdoctoral researcher will use molecular, genetic, biochemical, and cell biological approaches to define receptor activation mechanisms and determine how extracellular immune signaling interfaces with intracellular SA signaling and systemic immunity.
Potential research areas include receptor-ligand interactions, receptor kinase activation and phosphorylation, protein-protein interactions, calcium and other early immune signaling events, genetic analysis of immune signaling pathways, and characterization of local and systemic disease resistance. The project provides opportunities to develop new mechanistic insights into plant immune signaling and to contribute to high-impact publications.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in plant biology, plant pathology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related field. Experience in the following areas is desirable: plant molecular genetics, plant-microbe interactions, protein biochemistry, receptor kinase signaling, protein-protein interaction assays, phosphorylation analysis, and Arabidopsis research. Candidates should have strong experimental skills, a solid publication record, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. Salary and benefits will follow University of Florida guidelines and will be commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should send a single PDF containing a cover letter describing research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Dr. Zhonglin Mou (email: zhlmou@ufl.edu). Please enter POSTDOC POSITION in the subject line.
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs
About University of Florida Microbiology and Cell Science
The University of Florida (UF) is a leading public research university and member of the Association of American Universities. The position is based in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Science and the Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Program at UF. Research in the Mou laboratory focuses on molecular mechanisms of plant immunity, particularly extracellular immune signaling, systemic acquired resistance, and salicylic acid signaling.
Connections working at University of Florida Microbiology and Cell Science
Return to Search Results
Loading. Please wait.
Error
Close
Continue
You do not have JavaScript Enabled on this browser. Please enable it in order to use the full functionality of our website.
Copyright 2026 American Water Resources Association.
Copy link
Thanks for sharing!
Find any service
AddToAny
More…
Cookie Settings Got it
We use cookies so that we can remember you and understand how you use our site. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, please change the current settings found in our Cookie Policy. Otherwise, you agree to the use of the cookies as they are currently set.