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Inside Higher Ed · 4 days ago

Post-Doctoral Associate AD-Ozias-Akins 2

Athens, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

The University of Georgia is a leading institution in higher education, known for its commitment to academic excellence. They are seeking a motivated Post-Doctoral Associate to work in the Ozias-Akins Biotechnology Lab, focusing on peanut genetics and breeding projects aimed at reducing aflatoxin contamination.

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Responsibilities

Assist with lab maintenance and chores: wash glassware, supplies, prepare basic solutions, and media, take away trash, etc

Conduct research in the lab

Conduct research in the greenhouse

Collect and analyze data

Field work

Writing and reporting of research

Present results to the scientific community and for publication

Supervision of student worker, undergraduate students and technicians that assist with research

Other duties assigned

Qualification

PhD in plant biologyMolecularCellular biologyBreedingGenetic mappingBioinformatics experienceProven publication recordPlant genetic engineeringGene editing knowledgeCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

PhD in plant biology, genetics, or breeding-related field

Molecular and cellular biology knowledge and skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proven publication record

Some experience with bioinformatics

Work independently, as well as an integral member of a team

Experience with breeding, genetic mapping, and molecular genetics including computational expertise is required

Knowledge of and/or experience with plant and bacterial genetic engineering including gene editing is preferred

Standing, lifting up to 30 lbs, enduring outside and/or inside elements for extended periods of time, travel to/from multiple locations as needed for job duties

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