University of Georgia
Post-Doctoral Associate-AD-Roberts
University of Georgia, Tifton, Georgia, United States, 31794
Post-Doctoral Associate – AD – Roberts
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Posting Details Position Number: G/R31435P Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate-AD-Roberts Department: CAES-Entomology Posting Date: 10/31/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia, Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities. The main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff, serving over 41,000 students.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.
Duties / Responsibilities
Conduct field trials in Georgia to evaluate insecticides and insecticide rotations for effects on cotton jassid and non‑target cotton pests, beneficial insects, plant injury, lint yield, and fiber quality.
Measure the effects of common insecticides applied at planting on cotton jassid populations prior to bloom, plant injury, and yield.
Coordinate and summarize data from field trial locations in Florida and Alabama.
Conduct a literature review and develop new objectives to improve management practices for cotton jassid.
Communicate research developments and results through meetings with the PI, collaborating scientists, and conference presentations.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in entomology or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in cotton production and insect pest management.
Expertise in the conduct of research projects, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
Knowledge, skills, and competencies in research design, data collection, and scientific communication.
Physical demands: collection of field data; driving as needed for job duties.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact: Dr. Phillip Roberts Email: proberts@uga.edu
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
List of References with Contact Information
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Posting Details Position Number: G/R31435P Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate-AD-Roberts Department: CAES-Entomology Posting Date: 10/31/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia, Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities. The main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff, serving over 41,000 students.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.
Duties / Responsibilities
Conduct field trials in Georgia to evaluate insecticides and insecticide rotations for effects on cotton jassid and non‑target cotton pests, beneficial insects, plant injury, lint yield, and fiber quality.
Measure the effects of common insecticides applied at planting on cotton jassid populations prior to bloom, plant injury, and yield.
Coordinate and summarize data from field trial locations in Florida and Alabama.
Conduct a literature review and develop new objectives to improve management practices for cotton jassid.
Communicate research developments and results through meetings with the PI, collaborating scientists, and conference presentations.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in entomology or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in cotton production and insect pest management.
Expertise in the conduct of research projects, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
Knowledge, skills, and competencies in research design, data collection, and scientific communication.
Physical demands: collection of field data; driving as needed for job duties.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact: Dr. Phillip Roberts Email: proberts@uga.edu
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Other Documents #1
Other Documents #2
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