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Post-Doctoral Researcher
Job Description
Post-Doctoral Researcher
Position Details
Position Information
| Announcement Number | STAFF - VA - 23228 |
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| For questions regarding this position, please contact: | Dr. Chaofu Lu clu@montana.edu |
| Classification Title | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Working Title | Post-Doctoral Researcher |
| Brief Position Overview | Conduct research in the areas of seed development and oil biosynthesis in the bioenergy crop, Camelina sativa. |
| Position Number | 4C2119 |
| Department | Plant Sciences |
| Division | College of Agriculture/MAES |
| Appointment Type | Professional |
| Contract Term | Fiscal Year |
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| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
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| FTE | 1.0 |
| Benefits Eligible | Eligible |
| Salary | $48,000 to $52,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications |
| Contract Type | LOA |
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| Recruitment Type | Open |
Position Details
| General Statement | The Lu lab at MSU is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate or plant molecular biology professional to join a collaborative project to improve sustainable production of the oilseed crop Camelina sativa. The team (https://www.montana.edu/econproject/ ) uses genomics-driven approaches to understand genetic and physiological mechanisms of nitrogen use efficiency, seed development, fatty acid and oil biosynthesis in camelina. The individual filling this position will carry out research in one of the two research areas. First, we are characterizing gene networks and signaling pathways that influence seed size. The second project concerns metabolic engineering of seed oil and fatty acid composition. |
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| Position Special Requirements/Additional Information | This position is contingent upon continued grant funding. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. |
| Physical Demands | To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. |
| This position has supervisory duties? | No |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | Upon completion of a successful search. |
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| Applications will be: | Screening of applications will begin on January 26, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. |
| Special Instructions | |
| Diversity Statement | Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html |
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