Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Hiring Organization: NC State University
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Raleigh, NC
Application Due Date: August 2, 2024

Position Overview

Essential Job Duties

Design and conduct experiments to investigate Pinus taeda-Cqf pathogen interactions, employing cutting-edge techniques and methodologies.
Analyze and interpret research data, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results.
Collaborate with team members and contribute to the overall success of ongoing projects.
Stay abreast of recent advancements in the field of plant-biotic interactions.
Prepare research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Present research outcomes at conferences and scientific meetings to contribute to the dissemination of knowledge.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a cooperative and interdisciplinary research environment.
Engage with colleagues and students, providing mentorship and support as needed.
Assist in developing grant proposals to secure additional funding for ongoing and future research projects.

Duties and Responsibilities
A post-doctoral research position to work on the population genetics of Cronartium quercuum fusiforme fungus (Cqf) and the identification of putative effector loci in the genome.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Contribute to ongoing tree improvement activities in the greenhouse and laboratory. Participate in sample and data collection in the field as necessary.

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	8AM-5PM, Monday-Friday
Department Required Skills	Bioinformatics skills and experience with sequence data analysis are essential. The candidate should have strong project management, reporting, and dissemination skills. Proven track record of research productivity demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment. Desire and ability to work collaboratively and respectfully and inclusively in a diverse, multicultural, multidisciplinary work environment.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Plant Pathology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or a related field. Strong background in plant-biotic interactions, bioinformatics, QTL discovery/validation, sequence data analysis, and genome assembly.
Required License or Certification	NA
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$60,000-$70,000
If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	02/29/2024

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/198319

AA/EEO

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Supplemental Questions

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(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have, or will you have by the start date, a relevant PhD awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment?
- Yes
- No