Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Edger Lab in the Department of Horticulture is hiring a research associate who will provide expert support to ongoing and future research. The ideal candidate must have a strong expertise working with Camelina sativa (false flax) and Fragaria sp. (strawberry), including molecular biology and tissue culture techniques. The ideal candidate must have expertise in bioinformatics and genomic analyses. The candidate will be expected to work with other lab members to generate various genomic datasets and assist with other associated project experiments. 

The employee will participate as a professional expert on research teams and will act as a key resource to other lab members and on-campus collaborators associated with the project. This position will also involve assisting with writing manuscripts to describe research results.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 Science

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. Degree in a plant biology related field
• At least five years of experience working with Camelina and/or Fragaria
• At least five years of experience with advanced bioinformatics
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with isolating DNA and RNA from diverse organs
• Knowledge of maintaining pest- and disease- free plants

Required Application Materials

• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Review of Applications Begins On

08/01/2024

Website

hrt.msu.edu

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