Research Associate-Fixed Term at Michigan State University in EAST LANSING, Michigan

Job Description:

Job no: 934154

Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science

Department: Plant Research Laboratory Nat Science 10032674

Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary

A combination of quantitative genetics, computational biology and molecular biology approaches will be used.

The Hu lab in the MSU-DOE Plant Research Laboratory at Michigan State University is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on a collaborative project. The aim of the project is to examine dynamic transcriptomic changes in response to genetic variation and diverse environmental stresses and to develop system biology approaches to illustrate the underlying gene regulatory network. A combination of quantitative genetics, computational biology and molecular biology approaches will be used. The successful candidate will use soybean to examine dynamic transcriptomic changes in response to genetic variation and diverse environmental stresses, as well as to develop system biology approaches to illustrate the underlying gene regulatory network.

Interested applicants please submit a CV, a description of research experience and interests, and the names of three references. The position will be available immediately after the successful candidate is identified. The appointment will initially be for 1 year, with possible extension contingent upon satisfactory performance. Questions about this position should be sent to Jianping Hu (huji@msu.edu).

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 or a related field

Minimum Requirements

A Ph.D. in plant biology or a related field and prior research experience in quantitative genetics, large-scale transcriptome data and biological network analysis are required.

Desired Qualifications

Good oral and written communication skills are essential.

Required Application Materials

CV, a description of research experience and interests, and the names of three references.

Review of Applications Begins On

03/20/2024

Website

https://prl.natsci.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

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Advertised: Mar 7, 2024 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: Mar 7, 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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