Three PhD Positions in Sustainable Plant Protection

The Sustainable Plant Protection Laboratory, EdeLab, at Université Laval is recruiting candidates for three PhD positions at the intersection of plant pathology, entomology, evolution, genomics, microbiology, and climate-change biology. Candidate profile Applicants must be eligible for admission to the PhD program in Plant Biology at Université Laval. A completed master’s degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant discipline is normally required before beginning the program. Depending on the selected project, relevant backgrounds may include plant pathology, entomology, microbiology, molecular biology, evolutionary biology, genomics, bioinformatics, ecology, or related disciplines. Candidates are not expected to arrive with experience in every method associated with their project. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate: • Scientific curiosity and enthusiasm for discovery. • Independence and the ability to solve problems. • Commitment to rigorous, high-quality research. • Openness to constructive criticism and continuous learning. • Interest in presenting their research at scientific conferences. • Ability to work respectfully within a multidisciplinary and multicultural team. • Strong written and spoken English. Knowledge of French is an important asset, and bilingual candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EdeLab operates as a bilingual laboratory, while Université Laval is a French-language university. The PhD program is officially offered in French, although flexibility may be possible for research activities and some program requirements. A limited number of course credits may still need to be completed in French. How to apply Send your application to edelab2024@gmail.com by September 15th. Applications may be submitted in English or French and must include: 1. A complete academic CV, not a one-page résumé. 2. A motivation letter of no more than two pages explaining your research interests, relevant experience, reasons for applying, and fit with the selected project. Please use the exact email subject associated with your preferred project: • PhD Project – Ankyrin Effectors • PhD Project – Insect Adaptation • PhD Project – Leafhopper Effectors Please do not include personal information that is irrelevant to the scientific evaluation, such as your age, date of birth, marital or family status, or photograph. Only candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation before September 30, 2026. If you have not received a response by that date, it means that your application was not selected for the interview stage. Project 1: Evolution of ankyrin-repeat effectors in gall-forming plasmodiophorids Project 2: Microbiome-mediated insect adaptation to extreme environments Project 3: Leafhopper effectors at the plant–insect interface