Postdoctoral Research Associate

The Department of Plant Pathology, North Dakota State University, has available a postdoctoral research scientist position to participate in a collaborative project focusing on molecular characterization of genes for resistance to diseases (Fusraium head blight, stripe rust and leaf rust) in barley. The selected candidate will be responsible for the development of mapping populations, pathogen inoculation and phenotyping, marker design and genetic mapping, DNA subcloning, plant transformation, and functional characterization of gene function. The researcher will finally validate the gene function using forward and revere genetic tools. The researcher will be expected to interpret and analyze the data and publish the results in peer-reviewed journals. This position is available for one year with subsequent years contingent upon funding and performance.

Minimum Qualifications:
• An earned Ph.D. degree in plant pathology/genetics or a closely related discipline.
• Expertise in genetic studies of resistance to plant diseases.
• Working experience in modern biotechnologies, including genome sequencing, RNA -seq analysis, northern blotting, quantitative RT- PCR , plant transformation, confocal microscopy techniques, protein purification, western blotting and enzymatic analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Able to initiate and accomplish research goals including publication of results in refereed scientific journals.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience and expertise in greenhouse and field evaluation of fungal plant diseases.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A good record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Open Until Filled: Yes
Search Type: Internal/External Simultaneously: Open to all applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants:
1) A letter of application discussing how the stated qualifications are met
2) A detailed curriculum vitae
3) List of publications

Please provide names and addresses, including phone and email address, of three CURRENT references from most recent positions held. Incomplete files and email applications alone will not be considered
Screening will begin 7/28/20

No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to Veteran's Preference requirements.
Location (City, State): Fargo, ND

Posting Specific Questions

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1. Are you a North Dakota resident?
   • Yes
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2. Do you qualify for North Dakota veteran's preference?
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4. Do you qualify for North Dakota disabled veteran's preference?
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Veterans Preference Claim Form (DD214)
2. Veterans Administration Letter
3. Other Document 1
4. Unofficial Transcript 1
5. Unofficial Transcript 2
6. Other Document 2