Post-Doctoral Associate - SUN

Post-Doctoral Associate - SUN

Position Details

• Posting Number
  : G/R33787P
• Working Title
  :
  Post-Doctoral Associate - SUN
• Department
  : CAES-Plant Pathology

The University of Georgia (UGA) seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate in Plant Pathology to conduct cutting-edge research on plant RNA viruses, with a focus on host responses to vascular invading viruses. This is a research-intensive position within the Department of Plant Pathology.

• Independently design and execute research projects under the guidance of the lab lead.
• Communicate regularly with the principal investigator regarding research progress and project issues.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Prepare and publish manuscripts in leading scientific journals.
• Contribute to daily lab management and maintenance tasks.
• Mentor and train undergraduate and graduate students.

• Ph.D. in Virology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with citrus, cotton, or plant RNA viruses.
• Background in bioinformatics.

• Ability to carry out field work under various environmental conditions, and perform standard laboratory and greenhouse work.
• Travel to field sites will be required.
• This is a position of trust? No

• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including criminal background checks, credential verification, and references.
• You may be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.
• Visit the UGA Background Check website for details.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.

Recruitment Contact

• Name
  :
  Yongduo Sun
• Email
  : yongduo.sun
• Phone
  :

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Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents