Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position SummaryThe 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 StatementAll 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 DegreeDoctorate -Horticulture, Plant Science, or relatedMinimum RequirementsThe successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in horticulture, plant science, or a related discipline.Desired QualificationsThe 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 MaterialsInterested individuals should email their curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest, and three letters of reference.Special InstructionsDr. Josh Vander Weide ([email protected]) at the Department of Horticulture at Michigan State University. The position will remain open until filled.Review of Applications Begins On04/20/2023Websitehrt.msu.eduDepartment StatementAdditional 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 StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.