Konkuk University of Seoul Job Title: Several PhD positions are available in area of Plant Biotechnology, Analytical chemistry,

Biochemistry and postharvest biotechnology at Molecular Biotechnology Department, Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea

Application Deadline: 22 Oct 2010

Job Description Several Positions available for Ph.D. program in area of Plant Biotechnology, Analytical chemistry, Biochemistry and postharvest biotechnology Konkuk University is specialized in medical, natural, behavioral and engineering sciences and located in the heart of Seoul city. It is well known for its high standards in education and scientific research as well as its good support facilities. Konkuk University, which was founded in 1946 and had a first graduating class of just 130 students, has finally reached the point at which it is ready to take another significant step forward towards meeting its full potential. Dept. of Molecular Biotechnology Graduate School offers international graduate programs in various disciplines of Plant Sciences. The Department is one of the most productive departments of the University. Students and employees experience it as an environment in which they are challenged and inspired. Moreover, we offer excellent research facilities and fringe benefits. Requirements: The aim of the program is to prepare students to undertake independent, original research in Plant Sciences and analytical chemistry. The PhD candidates are supervised by experienced professors from different countries. The program provides students with opportunities to participate in research seminars and to interact with visiting scholars from all over the world. We are committed to actively recruit the best and brightest candidates of Europe, U.S., Middle East, Asia, and elsewhere. Candidates should have a strong motivation for doing scientific research in Plant Biotechnology / Analytical Chemistry/ Botany/Plant Physiology/Food Technology/ Postharvest Technology / Biochemistry / Bioactive compounds analysis. A competitive fellowship will be provided to the selected candidates. Minimum tenure for Ph.D. programme is 3 years and max for 5 years Contact Us:

For all the positions, interested candidates may contact directly by sending their CV, list of publications, recommendation letters (at least 2), scan copy of certificates/ degree, passport size photograph and passport copy with other relevant information to Prof. Chandrama P. Upadhyaya at cpupadhyay1@gmail.The profiles will be reviewed and the selected candidates will be contacted as soon as possible. Please be sure that original transcript of your degree is must if you are shortlisted DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:- 22 Oct