Postdoctoral Scholar

Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scholar position focused on Soybean Genetics and Breeding.

Core Responsibilities:

• Independently manage large-scale genomic analyses, including genome-wide association studies (GWAS), population genetics, and structural variation analyses.
• Contribute to the development of genomic resources, including high-density genotype datasets, SNP arrays, structural variation catalogs, and breeder selected beneficial alleles.
• Conduct wet-lab research activities, as needed to support project objectives.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including molecular biologist, breeders, bioinformaticians, and computational biologists.
• Prepare technical reports, quarterly and annual project updates, scientific presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Contribute to grant proposal development and other funding initiatives.
• Present research findings at scientific conferences, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree: Doctorate
-Plant Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genomics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Plant Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genomics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of three years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
• Demonstrated experience conducting independent research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting large-scale biological datasets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing research projects and delivering results within established timelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prepare high-quality manuscripts, reports, grant applications, and scientific presentations.
• Strong publication record in genetics, genomics, plant breeding, bioinformatics, or related disciplines.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Dechun Wang (wangdech).

Review of applications begins on 09/02/2026.

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.