Microbiome Research Specialist

2 days 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 to 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 wide range of academic programs and research opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status.



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