The Beattie lab is seeking qualified candidates for a Postdoctoral Researcher. The candidate will conduct experiments on an insect-vectored bacterial plant pathogen aimed at understanding the eco-evolutionary behavior of the pathogen, causal agent of cucurbit bacterial wilt.
This research will involve evaluating the population changes during transmission and associated with various vector behavior using neutral barcoded libraries of the pathogen, as well as exploring genome-wide patterns of genetic variation among pathogen isolates and at the plant- and field-level scales. The candidate will be expected to plan and execute research experiments, collect, analyze and summarize data results, communicate results to scientific audiences, and contribute to the training and mentoring of students.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Microbial Ecology, or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with microbial genomics
- Proficiency working with plant pathogenic bacteria in laboratory and field settings
- Significant experience in molecular biology, microbial ecology, and/or microbial genomics
- Strong computational skills, with experience in bioinformatic analysis of microbial populations.
- Record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Drive to lead publications
Proposed Start Date:
January 15, 2025
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
January 14, 2027
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Application Instructions:
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1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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