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    Postdoctoral Research Associate - Washington, United States - InsideHigherEd

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    InsideHigherEd Washington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Available Title(s):

    306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research AssociateBusiness Title:Postdoctoral Research AssociateEmployee Type:Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)Time Type:Full timePosition Term:12 MonthPosition Details:

    Summary of Duties:

    The postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Plant Pathology at the Washington State University-Irrigated Agriculture Research and Education Center in Prosser will conduct research on bacterial diseases of tree fruits, including fire blight disease of apple. The research areas include exploring novel technologies for control of bacterial diseases of tree fruits and understanding molecular mechanisms of pathogen virulence and pathogen-plant interactions. The candidate will utilize conventional microbiology methods, genome sequencing, comparative genomics, and bacterial genetics and functional genomics tools to characterize pathogen and plant responses and develop biopesticides and best management practices for bacterial diseases of tree fruits. In addition, the candidate is expected to work closely with growers, key industry stakeholders, and be involved in training students, keeping records, synthesizing data, presenting results at conferences and preparing manuscripts for publications. Furthermore, in-state and regional travel will be expected. The position is initially for one year and can be renewed for up to four years.

    Required qualifications:

    • PhD in Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology, or related discipline
    • Strong background in Bacteriology

    Preferred qualifications:

    • Demonstrated expertise or prior experience with bioinformatics, next generation sequencing, and data analysis
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
    • Demonstrated ability to complete research projects and write peer-reviewed manuscripts
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
    • Ability to work in the lab, greenhouse and fields to conduct research
    Additional Information:

    Area/College:

    College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)


    Department Name:

    Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC)


    City, State, Zip:

    Prosser, WA 99350


    Department Link:


    Annual Salary:

    $49, $54,000.00

    In accordance with RCW , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

    Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the summary of benefits for WSU Faculty and Total Compensation


    Overtime Eligibility:

    This position is overtime eligible

    FTE:

    100%


    Position Type:

    This is a temporary position. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

    Posting Close Date:

    Applicants must submit their completed application by May 21, 2024 at 11:59 PM.

    Background Check:

    This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

    Application Instructions:

    Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.

    • External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
    • Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.


    Required Documents:

    All applicants must upload the following documents to their online application.

    1) Cover Letter

    2) CV/Resume

    3) State of Research Interests and Career Goals

    4) Contact information for three (3) references

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