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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:Plant Soil And Microbial Sciences 40000781
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly
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
The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at:https://msu.edu/together-we-will/
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.
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.
Advertised: Nov 21, 2022 Eastern Standard Time