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Michigan State University Research Associate-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
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Research Associate-Fixed Term
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Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department:Horticulture Anr 10002410
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Agriculture, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
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
MSU Statement
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Advertised: Jul 22, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time