PhD Fellowship, Chemical ecology of the Honey Mushroom Armillaria mellea: Investigations on the mode of action of melleolide antibiotics,
JSMC invites applications for a
PhD Fellowship (Ref.No. JSMC?35/2009) on the topic
Chemical ecology of the Honey Mushroom Armillaria mellea:
Investigations on the mode of action of melleolide antibiotics
The melleolides are the natural products of the genus Armillaria (honey mushroom) which includes both aggressive tree pathogens and wood degrading species. Some microorganisms are transiently or permanently inhibited by the melleolides, while others are completely resistant. To understand the principles of Armillaria chemical communication and the mechanism(s) microorganisms utilize to disrupt the communicative processes by intrinsic resistance, this JSMC?project will rely on biochemical and chemical approaches, as well as on fungal molecular biology.
We expect:
- a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural or Life Sciences (e.g., Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Biology). Candidates about to earn their degree are welcome to apply.
- high motivation and interest to join one of the interdisciplinary research areas of JSMC
- creativity and interest to shape your own thesis project
- an integrative and cooperative personality
- very good communication skills in English (instruction language at JSMC)
We offer:
- a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top?level research
conditions
- a PhD stipend paid for 3 years according to the rules of the DFG (German Research Foundation) as
well as generous research funding
- a comprehensive mentoring program with efficient supervision by a team of supervisors
- courses in novel technologies and soft skills
- Jena – the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively city with dynamic business activities,
successful scientific centres of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich
Schiller University
Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer.
The application procedure is handled online exclusively via the JSMC website
www.jsmc.uni?jena.de
Please visit this website to acquaint yourself with details about the project above and other PhD projects offered within the current JSMC Recruitment Call. Then complete and submit the ‘Statement of Interest’ form downloadable from www.jsmc?uni?jena.de. Applications can only be considered upon receipt of the completed form, submitted by email to apply?jsmc@uni?jena.de. DO NOT submit any additional documents at this point.
Deadline for submission of the ‘Statement of Interest’: April 6th, 2009.
Selected applicants will be invited to the JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, at the end of June, 2009. PhD fellowship awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter (July 2009).
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I have a BA degree in English, I have another BA degree in Management, and I have a master’s degree in curriculum, all from Addis Ababa University of Ethiopia. If I get full scholarship I want to study your offer.
I am Addisu Assefa from Ethiopia. I hold M.Sc degree in Applied Microbiology from Addis Ababa University. I am now a lecturer of Microbiology at Madawalabu University, Ethiopia. I now that Armillaria mellae is a plant or tree pathogenic fungal pathogen greatly devastating plants or trees. In Ethiopia, a few researchers reported its incidence in several plantations and indigenous trees. Its methods of control has not been studied in Ethiopia. Antimicrobial substance produced by this pathogens have not been studied. If I am selected for this scholarship position, I will assure you my willinginess to act accordingly. I will send my cv and other documents for your consideration before the deadline
Thanks
Addisu Assefa
P.O.B.64/1048
Addis Ababa Ethiopia
I am Daisy S. Capon from the Philippines. I graduated my Bachelor of Science in Agriculture major in Agricultural Botany and Master of Science major in Agricultural Education and minor in Horticulture at Visayas State University formerly Visayas State College of Agriculture, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines. Recently, I’m enrolling my PhD in Plant Pathology in the same institution . I was working on the project entitled Taxonomic Inventory of Vascular Plants in Mt. Pangasugan funded by GTZ- Tropical Ecology and in-charge of the College Herbarium of the Leyte State University, Visca, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines.. Moreover, I am presently teaching agriculture particularly on horticulture and crop protection courses (botany, plant propagation and nursery management, and tropical olericulture, mushroom and Trichoderma viridae). Also I’m the in-charge of the project Trichoderma viridae production. If given a chance, I believe that with my interests, academic training, professional background and positive attitude of the job I can deliver the responsibilities and cope with the demands called for the job. The job is truly interesting. It would be a privilege to be part of your endeavor.
Looking forward for your response.
Thank you
Daisy S. Capon
234 Meciano Road, Dumaguete City
Negros Oriental, Philippines 6200