Post Doc - Cunningham Lab

Overview

Posting Number: G/R32771P

Working Title:

Post Doc - Cunningham Lab

Department: CAES-Entomology

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Anticipated

Start Date:

06/01/2026

Posting Date: 04/16/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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• Conducting laboratory research, experimental design and set up, and performing experiments. This will/can include DNA/RNA/Protein extractions, PCR, quantitative real-time PCR, protein gels and assays, microscopy, single cell disassociations, preparation of single cell libraries, QC of sequencing libraries, and project management of sequencing libraries runs. Conducting standard life history analyses of insect under control and experimental conditions. Management of insect colonies to support these objectives.
• Conducing bioinformatic, microscropy image, and data analyses. This will include QC and analysis of experimental data from functional genomic, epigenetic, microscopy, and single cell RNA-seq experiments.
• Preparation of manuscript for peer-reviewed journals, presentation of project objective and experiments at national and international meetings, mentoring students, and assisting other laboratory members with experiments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 50% for Duties/Responsibilities
• 30% for Duties/Responsibilities
• 10% for Duties/Responsibilities
• 10% for Other duties as assigned

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Post-Doctoral Associate AD
• FLSA:
  Exempt
• FTE: 1.00

This position will fulfill the research goals of the USDA-ARS Non-Assistance Cooperative Agreement “Managing white flies and whitefly-transmitted viruses in vegetable crops in the southeastern U.S.” under the direction of Dr. Christopher Cunningham. Support the single-cell RNA-sequencing and/or the identification of DNA methyltransferase 1’s protein partner objectives therein, support general laboratory operations and science objectives. This position will also be responsible for seeking and helping prepare extramural funding applications to support the ongoing and new science objectives of Dr.

Cunningham’s group.

Driving as needed.

• Is this a Position of Trust?:
  Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
  No
• Does this position require a P-Card?:
  No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
  No
• Is driving a requirement of this position?:
  Yes
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
  No
• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., IT security, personnel records, or access to chemicals and medications):
  Yes

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Recruitment Contact Name:
Dr. Chris Cunningham

Recruitment Contact Email: cbc
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