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Research Associate-Fixed Term
Job Description
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Work type:Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Horticulture Anr 10002410
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: 51000.00
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Agriculture, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
The Department of Horticulture is accepting applications for a research associate (postdoctoral fellow) to perform research with the goal of understanding blueberry resilience to abiotic stresses and establishing precision irrigation practices in blueberry production systems. The research is currently funded by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and MSU Project GREEEN. The work will be conducted under the supervision of the Michigan State University lead researcher (Dr. Josh Vander Weide), and in collaboration with other MSU based researchers (Dr. Younsuk Dong).
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 -Horticulture, Plant Science, or related
Minimum Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in horticulture, plant science, or a related discipline.
Desired Qualifications
The candidate will demonstrate: evidence of strong research knowledge, skills and attitudes; an interest in the subject matter, and a familiarity and success with the academic publication environment.
Required Application Materials
Interested individuals should email their curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest, and three letters of reference.
Special Instructions
Dr. Josh Vander Weide (jvander@msu.edu) at the Department of Horticulture at Michigan State University. The position will remain open until filled.
Review of Applications Begins On
04/20/2023
Website
hrt.msu.edu
Department Statement
Additional information is provided about the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources canr.msu.edu and the Department of Horticulture canr.msu.edu/hrt .
MSU Statement
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Advertised:Apr 7, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Apr 7, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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