At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate fungal pathogens and their virulence using advanced molecular techniques.
- Company: University of East Anglia, a leading research institution in Norwich.
- Benefits: Fully funded PhD with comprehensive training and vibrant research community.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and enhance your research skills over four years.
- Why this job: Make groundbreaking discoveries in plant-microbe interactions and contribute to vital research.
- Qualifications: Passion for genomics and a background in biology or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
University of East Anglia in Norwich invites applications for a fully funded 4-year NRPDTP PhD commencing 1 October 2026. The project will investigate why fungal pathogens lose virulence when cultured away from their plant host, using Magnaporthe oryzae and state‑of‑the‑art molecular genetics and genomics.
You will receive broad training in molecular genetics, genomics, cell biology and plant–microbe interactions, join a vibrant research community, and complete a three-month professional placement.
We think you need these skills to ace Fully Funded PhD: Genomics of Fungal Virulence in Plants in Norwich
Molecular Genetics
Genomics
Cell Biology
Plant-Microbe Interactions
Research Skills
Data Analysis
Critical Thinking
