Research Topic: How glutamate and glutamine regulate plant growth and defense
Research Description:
Our laboratory uses molecular genetics approaches to study how plants sense and
respond to amino acids (glutamate and glutamine). We have found that, in addition to
being essential nutrients for plant growth, glutamate and glutamine can also enhance
plant defense responses. We welcome individuals who are interested in plant biology
and plan to pursue advanced degrees to join our team in exploring the novel functions
of amino acids in plants.

1. Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a life science-related field
2. Experience in molecular biology techniques and molecular genetics research is
a plus

本實驗室利用蘚苔為實驗材料，致力於研究陸生植物的外表形態環境適應及其訊號傳遞的演化過程機制。本計畫會用到分子生物、遺傳、基因組編輯、顯微鏡觀察及蛋白純化等技術。歡迎對植物研究工作有熱忱的你加入。The lab is using moss (Physcomitrium patens) as a model to investigate various developmental biology-related questions in plants. The lab routinely employs techniques such as genetic manipulations, protein expression/purification, and confocal microscopy observation. We encourage those interested in plant biology to be part of the team. 實驗室網站：https://sites.google.com/view/kock-lab/home

（1）具備並熟悉以下其中一項技術：Molecular biology (Golden gate/gateway/Gibson assembly), confocal microscopy (time-lapse imaging, image analysis), DNA sequencing analysis (RNAseq), Biomolecular interactions (in vitro pull-down, MicroScale Thermophoresis, Isothermal titration calorimetry).

（2）中英文能力佳（實驗室會議及實驗紀錄皆使用英文）A  good command of English and Mandarin；

（3）生命科學等相關學位 Possess a life science-related degree in the fields of plant and/cell biology/genetics ；

（4）外籍人士也歡迎。International applicants are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for a 1-2 year short term research assistant on molecular biology. You will be involved in any of the following projects:

Topic 1 Plant synthetic biology: To build a synthetic polarity circuit in plant root hair to hijack and modulate root hair tip growth.

Topic 2: Fungal cell polarity: To elucidate how differences in the polarity proteins in yeast and filamentous fungi influence the spatial temporal dynamics of cell polarity.

Topic 3: Bacterial communication within biofilms: Bacteria form multicellular communities called biofilms. Biofilms develop using patterned cell differentiation, similar to embryogenesis. This project aims to elucidate how oscillators within individual bacteria couple with each other to form synchronized patterns collectively in a biofilm.

Who we are looking for: People who are 1. experienced and skilled in molecular cloning, specifically making plasmid constructs, and 2. want to learn more.

What you will learn: All of the topics above heavily rely on the crosstalk between Dynamic Systems Theory, and Molecular Cell Biology. The lab is integrally good at Live Cell Imaging, Image Analysis, Coding, Dynamic Modeling, and Microfluidics. We encourage you to see this as an opportunity to learn something new for your future career.

• A bachelor degree (or above) on Biological Sciences.
• Expertise in molecular cloning.
• Communication skills in English.

The Hsieh lab at IPMB focuses on fungal-bacterial competition. We combine functional genomics, genetics, and experimental evolution to determine the mechanisms and consequences of such cross-kingdom competition.

Our lab will start in October 2025. We are seeking 1-2 M.S. level research associates to help establish our new lab. Candidates will have the opportunity to lead independent projects under Phoebe’s mentorship and earn authorship on resulting publications. This position is ideal for someone with microbiology and molecular biology experience who seeks more hands-on research training.

Responsibilities
• Basic microbiology and molecular biology experiments, including:
o Routine handling of bacterial and fungal culture
o High-throughput genetic screens
o Build gene knockout strains
o Molecular cloning, DNA extractions, and sequencing
• Lab management support, including media prep, ordering, and maintaining equipment
• Candidates are encouraged to lead and execute small-scale independent research projects
• Present data at the lab meeting and provide weekly research updates
• Weekly update on the experimental progress
• 2-year minimum appointment

Requirements:
• M.S. in biology, microbiology, or a related discipline
• Experience in molecular cloning and aseptic technique is highly desirable
• Ability to perform clean, contamination-free experiments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Accurate record-keeping and data documentation
• Ability to work as a team member
• Positive, adaptable, and self-motivated attitude

Preferred requirements:
• Highly organized and responsible
• Patient and strong interest in learning new experimental techniques

The laboratory of Dr. Ting-Ying Wu at the Institute of Plant and Microbial Biology, Academia Sinica (IPMB, AS), invites applications for a fully funded Research Assistant (RA) position. The successful candidate will explore plant-environment interactions, specifically focusing on plants such as Marchantia, Arabidopsis, and potentially soybean, under environmental stresses like heat stress and clock alterations associated with global warming in high-altitude crops. This project employs systems biology and predictive biology approaches and is conducted in collaboration with Dr. Devang Mehta’s lab at KU Leuven, Belgium. The job content includes Molecular cloning, analysis of protein expression, nuclear protein extraction, and mutant plant screening.

• Master's degree in biology or a related field
• Relevant research experience in molecular biology and plant biology
• Proficient in English communication (oral and written)
• Ability to actively participate in scientific discussions and report writing

The lab of Ka Wai Ma is inviting application working on plant-
microbiota research. The lab is using different model systems and the
associated culture collection to understand the principles governing
plant-microbiota homeostasis. The lab routinely uses omics
techniques including amplicon sequencing, transcriptomics and
reconstitution system. The lab is currently looking for a motivated
candidate to work on a CRISPR editing project. The project aims to
use CRISPR technology to perform gene editing on crops with
subsequent phenotyping.
The position is opened until filled
馬家威實驗室現誠聘研究助理/博士後，從事植物微生物相研究。本實
驗室使用不同的模型系統和相關的微生物庫進行植物微生物相重組實驗
以了解植物微生物群互動平衡機理。實驗室大量使用比如包括擴增子測
序、轉錄組學技術。本實驗室目前正在尋找助理/博士後從事 CRISPR
編輯專案。該專案旨在使用 CRISPR 技術對作物進行基因編輯，並進
行表型分析。

Applicants are required to

1. hold a MS degree (RA) or a PhD (postdoc)
2. have research experience in molecular biology and CRISPR
technology
3. experience in the use of golden gate cloning system, Gibson
4. working experience on monocot/crops are preferred
5. Good command of English and preferably basic knowledge of
mandarin.
申請者要求
6. 具碩士學位 (研究助理) 或博士學位 (博士後)
7. 具份子生物學及CRISPR基因編輯經驗，無相關經驗者不作考慮
8. 曾使用golden gate 及 Gibson 系統者為佳
9. 具農作物相關操作經驗者優先考慮
10. 具英語交流書寫能力，通華語為佳 (非必要)

參與 (1)台灣新穎的海洋溫泉藍綠菌株的光合作用和適應環境的分子機制，比較基因體分析與新型的抗生素生合成基因的探討。

(2)台灣新穎的溫泉藍綠菌變異株的趨光性移動和胞外多醣生合成的分子機制探討。