Postdoc Research Associate

Position Title:Postdoc Research AssociateAppointment Type:Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:The Department of Agronomy at Iowa State University invites applications for a Postdoc Research Associate to join Dr. Jianming Yu's Maize Breeding and Genetics group. The position involves conducting research to understand the genetic, genomic, environmental, and developmental mechanisms underlying phenotypic variation observed for complex traits in crops. Dr. Yu’s research combines genomic technologies with empirical breeding experiments, and team members contribute to both nursery work and bioinformatics analyses. The role offers an opportunity to engage in innovative research and contribute to broad applications in maize breeding.Required Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. in genetics, plant breeding, biology, or a related field Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated record in publishing in high impact journals Extensive experience in bioinformatics and data analysis pipelines Extensive experience with programming languages (Python, R, or similar) Experience in genomics Experience with molecular biology lab techniques Department Website:https://www.agron.iastate.edu/Proposed Start Date:February 15, 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:February 14, 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timeApplication Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date: November 14, 2024Posting Close Date:November 21, 2024Job Requisition Number:R15922By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. 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