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Position Summary

Short-term(6 month) full-time fully remote postdoctoral research position available. Candidate will be responsible for analyzing population-level amplicon sequencing data and writing manuscripts related to grape powdery mildew. Candidate will function collaboratively as part of a multi-state/institution SCRI project, and be responsible for presenting research updates to colleagues and stakeholders at annual project meeting. Successful candidate should have experience using command line sequence analysis software and analyzing next generation sequencing data. Knowledge of population genetic analyses is a plus.

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 Biology/Genetics or related discipline

Minimum Requirements

Successful candidate should have experience using command line sequence analysis software and analyzing next generation sequencing data. Knowledge of population genetic analyses is a plus.

Desired Qualifications

Successful candidate should have experience using command line sequence analysis software and analyzing next generation sequencing data. Knowledge of population genetic analyses is a plus.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter 

CV

Three Professional References

Together-we-will Statement

Special Instructions

Contact Rachel Naegele (naegeler@msu.edu)

Review of Applications Begins On

12/07/2022

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.

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