Position:	Research Associate
Institution:	Michigan State University
Location:	East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Duties:	This long-term agricultural microbiome research project is aimed at characterizing leaf, stem and root microbiomes of crops in a wheat-maize-soy rotation under three production systems: conventional, organic, and no-till. Through this project we are generating a long-term longitudinal dataset on fungal, bacterial and oomycete communities. The research associate will use these data to assess microbiome dynamics specific to plant tissues, growth stages, management regimes, crops and time. Hypotheses will be tested through experimental constructed microbial community studies using isolates in a culture library obtained from the KBS research sites. Timely interpretation of data, presentation, and publication of data is expected
Requirements:	Doctorate in Microbiology, Genetics or related field
Text:	Skip Navigation Careers @ MSU Public postings Toggle navigation Main Menu Home Current Employees Benefits & Retirement Temp & On-Call Employment Student Employment Public job postings at MSU Job postings Research Associate-Fixed Term Share this: | More Back to search results Apply now Job no: 791586 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 Position Summary This long-term agricultural microbiome research project is aimed at characterizing leaf, stem and root microbiomes of crops in a wheat-maize-soy rotation under three production systems: conventional, organic, and no-till. Through this project we are generating a long-term longitudinal dataset on fungal, bacterial and oomycete communities. The research associate will use these data to assess microbiome dynamics specific to plant tissues, growth stages, management regimes, crops and time. Hypotheses will be tested through experimental constructed microbial community studies using isolates in a culture library obtained from the KBS research sites. Timely interpretation of data, presentation, and publication of data is expected. 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 -Microbiology, Genetics or related field Minimum Requirements Experience with next-generation sequence analysis is essential. PhD in Microbiology, Genetics or related field completed within the last 2 years. Desired Qualifications Competitive candidates will have training in bioinformatics, microbiology, molecular biology, and 'omics technology. Experience in conducting field work and/or greenhouse work with plant- or soil- associated microbiomes (fungi and bacteria) is required. Strong quantitative skills in bioinformatics and statistics are expected. A strong work ethic with excellent interpersonal skills, strong quantitative, written, verbal communication skills, and a publication record commensurate with time since degree completion are preferred. The research associate will be located on the Michigan State campus (East Lansing), but will need to travel to the Kellogg Biological Station for field work. 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Current opportunities Position Location Unit Sub-Area Opened Closes Research Associate-Fixed Term Job No: 791586 East Lansing College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Jun 23, 2022 01:00 PM Jun 23, 2024 11:55 PM Open Until Filled This long-term agricultural microbiome research project is aimed at characterizing leaf, stem and root microbiomes of crops in a wheat-maize-soy rotation under three production systems: conventional, organic, and no-till. 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