美国堪萨斯州立大学博士后–农学系基因组/生物信息学方向

Description

Fellow (Post Doc)

Apply now Department: 3670010040 Agronomy Job no: 512019 Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified – Term) Location: Manhattan, Kansas Categories: Agronomy Pay Grade: 001

About This Role:

The Agronomy Department at Kansas State University is looking for a post- doctoral Fellow to work on genomic/bioinformatic aspects of research intended to facilitate, characterize and utilize introgression of new traits into wheat from wild relative and unadapted materials. This person will work closely with K-State and USDA-ARS personnel to understand introgression of new diversity from wild relatives into wheat with a focus on yield, disease resistance and quality related traits and also facilitate and characterize yield associated genes from outside the adapted gene pool.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Bioinformatics or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years experience analyzing large genomic data sets

Knowledge and experience in conducting GWAS and QTL analyses

Demonstrated ability to write manuscripts for publication in refereed journals

Demonstrated ability to analyze data using R, experience using high- performance computing clusters

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

Contact information of three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

Minimum of $47,476 annual salary

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.

Advertised: Dec 23, 2021 Central Standard Time Applications close: Open until filled