Postdoctoral Research Scientist-Horticulture/Plant Science

1 month ago


University Park, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Scientist-Horticulture/Plant ScienceJob Summary:

Penn State University's Department of Plant Science is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Scientist to conduct research and Extension activities on Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation (ASD) within a collaborative interdisciplinary project funded by the USDA-NIFA OREI program.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research and Extension activities on ASD in organic vegetable and strawberry crop systems
  • Optimize and evaluate opportunities for integrating ASD in organic crop systems
  • Assess the short- and long-term impact of ASD on nutrient dynamics, soil ecology/microbiology, soilborne pests and pathogens, soil health, crop physiology and yield and quality performance
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers with expertise in horticulture, soil microbiology, plant pathology, nematology, biogeochemistry, ecosystem science and management, and agricultural economics
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in Horticultural Science, Plant Science, or closely related field(s)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong background and research experience on organic/sustainable vegetable/strawberry crop production, plant nutrition and physiology, sustainable soil management practices, cover crops, management of soilborne pests and pathogens, soil health and microbiology, crop yield and quality
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative skills in fields related to plant science, plant physiology, plant nutrition, soil health, soilborne pests and pathogens, and vegetable/strawberry quality
What We Offer:

This position includes competitive salary and benefits. The initial term appointment is funded for one year from the date of hire with the option of reappointment for additional years conditional on satisfactory performance and the availability of funds.

How to Apply:

Candidates must provide the following pdf documents: a statement of research interest, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference or the contact information for minimum three references, and one or two representative publications. Applicants should preferably combine these documents into a single pdf and upload it in Workday.



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