Post-Doctoral Associate AD - Mitchum 1 & 2

Post-Doctoral Associate AD - Mitchum 1 & 2

Posting Number: G/R14942P

Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate AD - Mitchum 1 & 2

Department: CAES-Plant Pathology

Employment Type: Employee |
Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday – Friday

Advertised Salary: $47,476

Anticipated

Start Date:

09/15/2022

Posting Date: 08/19/2022

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: Athens Area

This position seeks to understand the molecular basis of plant-nematode interactions, with an emphasis on nematode effector biology.

• Conduct research in lab – carry out research on the molecular basis of plant‑nematode interactions, identify nematode genes important for parasitism and overcoming host plant resistance, characterize host target genes essential for compatibility and resistance, handle and analyze genomic and/or transcriptomic datasets, clone candidate plant and nematode genes, and use a variety of molecular and genetic approaches to characterize the function of these genes in nematode parasitism in both crop and model plant systems (70%).
• Care for plants and/or pathogen cultures – plant, water and harvest seed, and propagate necessary nematode cultures for research experiments (5%).
• Collect and analyze data – collect data from experiments and analyze it directly and in collaboration with the PI (10%).
• Writing and reporting of research – summarize and regularly discuss research results in written and oral formats with the PI, prepare research updates, and produce periodic research reports for granting agencies (5%).
• Present results to the scientific community and for publication – present research results at professional scientific meetings at local venues, national and international meetings (5%).
• Supervision of student workers – supervise student workers and provide mentorship along with the PI to undergraduate researchers that assist with research in the laboratory (5%).

• PhD in molecular nematology, molecular plant‑microbe interactions, plant molecular biology/genetics, plant development, or a related field within the past four years.
• Demonstrated knowledge and research experience in molecular plant‑microbe interactions, plant and/or nematode molecular biology and genetics.
• Preferred experience with statistical and bioinformatics analyses and plant transformation in either crop or model plant systems.
• Demonstrated publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Proven ability to work independently and on an interdisciplinary team.

Light lifting, standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation. Please visit the UGA Background Check website
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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.

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

Name:
Melissa Mitchum

Email:
Melissa.

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