Usda-ars Fellowship Developing Phenotyping Techniques And Genetic Analysis

Opportunity Overview

This USDA-ARS fellowship offers a research opportunity in developing new phenotyping techniques and genetic analysis under the USDA-ARS Vegetable Crop Research Project in Madison, WI.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS)

To submit your application, scroll to the bottom of the opportunity page and click APPLY. A complete application must include an application form, transcript(s) (unofficial or official with English translation), a current resume/CV, and two educational or professional recommendations.

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This appointment is supported by the USDA-ARS Vegetable Crop Research Project located in Madison, WI. The fellow will engage in research to develop new techniques for evaluating plant chemical composition and perform genetic analysis of carrot nutrients, plant growth, and pest/disease resistance. The role may involve periodic travel to field sites within the U.S.

• Understand how genetic analyses can be used to study plant chemical composition and disease resistance.
• Develop hypothesis-based research plans to study plant development and disease.
• Learn advanced statistical analytical techniques to evaluate genetic and genomic data.
• Establish new phenotyping techniques to gather detailed crop production data.
• Participate in carrot germplasm enhancement for stakeholder release.

Candidates should be currently pursuing or have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field. Preferred skills include knowledge of genetics, plant breeding, molecular biology, biotechnology, statistical/bioinformatics tools, as well as hands-on experience in micropipetting, PCR, plant propagation, and seed production.

The appointment is full-time for one year, with a potential extension based on performance and funding availability. A monthly stipend will be provided, and U.S. citizenship is required to participate.