Position Summary

Michigan State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate that will take an active part in the National Predictive Modeling Tool Initiative (NMPTI) for cotton disease management. The successful applicant will also be actively involved in collaboration with multiple laboratories in the southern Cotton belt including but not limited to processing samples from spore traps, summarizing data, and assisting with model development that may predict disease. The successful applicant will be responsible for processing and analyzing pathogen levels using molecular diagnostics, modeling pathogen epidemics, and writing manuscripts related to target spot and areolate mildew.

The position will be located in East Lansing, Michigan and it will be co-directed with Dr. Alejandro Rojas and Dr. Terry Spurlock

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 pathology or a related field

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in Plant pathology or a related field at the commencement of the position

Desired Qualifications

• A background in plant pathology, molecular diagnostics, and preferably epidemiology and management research
• Expertise in long-term ecological data analytics and modeling, and proficiency in statistical analysis 

Required Application Materials

CV

Cover Letter

Names and Contact Information for three (3) Professional References 

Special Instructions

Contact Dr. Alejandro Rojas (rojasfle@msu.edu) for questions regarding the position 

Review of Applications Begins On

12/16/2024

Remote Work Statement

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.

Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/psm/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.