[IUFRO RG 7.02 FORPATH] Forest Pathologist position in Rotorua, New Zealand

Dear colleagues, We have a position available in Rotorua for a Forest Pathologist. The advertisement is copied below, and I have attached the position description for your information. Please forward to anyone who you think may be interested and is not on this list. Best regards, Lindsay Lindsay Bulman Project Leader Forest Biosecurity DDI: 07 343 5533 Fax: 07 343 5507 49 Sala Street Private Bag 3020, Rotorua 3046 New Zealand [cid:image001.jpg@01CB33BC.EDE2C0C0]<http://www.scionresearch.com/> FOREST PATHOLOGIST Crown Research Institute Scion is committed to enhancing the environmental and economic transformation of New Zealand, working toward a more sustainable, bio-based future. With more than 60 years of heritage in forestry science, Scion today demonstrates national leadership, world-class innovation and excellence in research and development. We are seeking a Forest Pathologist to carry out a programme of research with an emphasis on the identification and early detection of pathogens not established in New Zealand and on reducing damage from those already present. The role will include the use and development of molecular tools to support the programme. The successful candidate will join the Forest Protection team which is comprised of 30+ pathologists, entomologists, botanists, pest management and fire researchers. Our ideal candidate will have a PhD or equivalent degree coupled with at least 5 - 10 years research experience in plant/forest pathology, with skills in molecular techniques. This is a full time permanent role. Scion is proud to offer talented and motivated individuals the unique opportunity to pursue a fulfilling professional career. With its head office based on the edge of Rotorua's world-famous Whakarewarewa Forest, Scion also offers an enviable working environment with excellent work/life balance initiatives. Rotorua is one of New Zealand's leading tourist destinations owing to its outstanding natural environment and proximity to coastal beaches and inland lakes, native forests, geothermal areas and volcanic ski-fields. Closing date: 31st August 2010 If you would like any further information, please contact Human Resources on (+64) 07 343 5475 or email: careers@scionresearch.com<mailto:careers@scionresearch.com> (please do not email applications to this address, these should be submitted through our website). ________________________________ Disclaimer: This e-mail and any attachments may contain information which is confidential or subject to copyright. If you receive this e-mail in error, please delete it. Scion does not accept responsibility for anything in this e-mail which is not provided in the course of Scion's usual business or for any computer virus, data corruption, interference or delay arising from this e-mail.