Postdoctoral Research Scientist

6 hours ago


Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Associate to join our team at the Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center. This is a full-time position that will be part of an award-winning Boxwood Blight Insight Group, consisting of 14 Project Directors, a team of postdoctoral associates and graduate students, and an Advisory Panel of industry leaders.

Research Focus

The major research focus of this position could be one of the following:

  • To expand the ongoing studies on boxwood microbiota of different species/cultivars, plant parts, and ages, as well as their associations with cultural practices.
  • To investigate the metabolic potential and microbial function of identified core taxa.
  • To elucidate their interactions with boxwood and the blight pathogen, or/and develop synthetic microbial community biosensors or devise new or modify existing cultural practices to manipulate them for maximal benefits.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Conducting research on boxwood microbiota and their associations with cultural practices.
  • Investigating the metabolic potential and microbial function of identified core taxa.
  • Elucidating the interactions between boxwood, the blight pathogen, and the microbiota.
  • Developing synthetic microbial community biosensors or modifying existing cultural practices.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A PhD degree in plant science, microbiology, metagenomics, or a closely related discipline.
  • A basic understanding of crop production and landscaping systems.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience using Nanopore and other next-generation sequencing technologies, and metagenomics software/tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred:

  • Basic knowledge of plant pathology.
  • Research experience with boxwood crops or plantings.

About the Commonwealth of Virginia

The Commonwealth of Virginia is a comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world. We are dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity, and we offer a diverse range of academic programs and research opportunities.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.



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