Postdoctoral Research Associate

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

August 24, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

306- - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

12 Month

The Winter Wheat Breeding Program at Washington State University is seeking qualified applicant for a 12-month, full-time (1.0 FTE) post-doctoral researcher position based on the WSU campus in Pullman, WA. The incumbent will assist in developing a research program focused on developing novel sources of herbicide tolerance in winter wheat. The researcher will screen large genetic populations with different herbicides to identify tolerance.

Upon identification of lines tolerant to herbicides, there will be opportunities to investigate the genetic control of the tolerance, identify molecular markers associated with the tolerance, develop screening protocols, and make crosses to develop improved cultivars for commercialization. The long-term goal is to develop novel sources of herbicide tolerance and release commercial cultivars for production in Washington. The incumbent will also participate in outreach to grower groups, development of research proposals, and scholarly outputs.

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, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation. For information or questions about Benefits, please contact HRS Benefits at .

$62,232.

- $120,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, 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. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range.

This is a full time (100 % FTE), temporary position.

This is a temporary position expected to start on September 1, 2026 and end on August 31, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

• A PhD in the area of plant breeding, plant genetics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in field, laboratory, and greenhouse skills
• Demonstrated ability of scholarly output
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team structure
• Knowledge of plant breeding and selection theory

• Experience with herbicide tolerance and selection in breeding programs
• Supervisory experience

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

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

Department of Crop and Soil Sciences

Pullman, WA

For questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact Arron Carter at ahcarter or .

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.

This position is represented exclusively by Postdocs United/United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Information regarding the…