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Post-Doctoral Associate - Bag
Posting Number: G/R24739P
Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Bag
Department: CAES-Plant Pathology
Employment Type: Employee
Advertised Salary: $47,476
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2024
Posting Date: 03/05/2024
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
EOO 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Summary A Post-Doctoral Associate position is available starting August 2024 in the plant virology laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia. The position is based in Coastal Plain Experiment Station at Tifton GA. Initially, the position is for one year and future continuation is based on fund availability and productivity as supported by research articles. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect-transmitted viruses, characterization, and developing tools to manage the viral diseases. Disseminate the research outcomes through conferences, and peer-reviewed research articles.
Duties/Responsibilities
60%
Work in laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments on insect-transmitted viruses.
30%
Develop research design, data analysis, interpretation, project management, results summarization, and publication in peer-reviewed research journals and formal presentations in meetings and symposiums.
10%
Assist other team members to accomplish the common goals.
Relevant/Preferred Education The applicant should be a recent Ph.D. graduate with plant virology major, with proven ability to develop and conduct experiments independently with application of molecular virology concepts.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies The applicant should have thorough knowledge of methodologies relevant to working with viral and plant host nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), primer design, molecular cloning, and library preparation, HTS and data analysis. Knowledge/proficiency in statistical and bioinformatics software to address molecular virology questions, e.g. phylogenetic, recombination, conserved protein domain, protein structure, large and small RNA, and evolutionary analyses. The individual should be able to work both independently and as a team member. Innovative, excellent organizational, time-management, experimental design, and communication skills are essential. Should have good laboratory practices, work ethic, respectfulness to others, and commitment to a career in plant virus research.
Physical Demands Light lifting, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
Security Access Yes
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Sudeep Bag
Recruitment Contact Email: sudeepbag@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 2293863042
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Posting Number: G/R24739P
Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Bag
Department: CAES-Plant Pathology
Employment Type: Employee
Advertised Salary: $47,476
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2024
Posting Date: 03/05/2024
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
EOO 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Summary A Post-Doctoral Associate position is available starting August 2024 in the plant virology laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia. The position is based in Coastal Plain Experiment Station at Tifton GA. Initially, the position is for one year and future continuation is based on fund availability and productivity as supported by research articles. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect-transmitted viruses, characterization, and developing tools to manage the viral diseases. Disseminate the research outcomes through conferences, and peer-reviewed research articles.
Duties/Responsibilities
60%
Work in laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments on insect-transmitted viruses.
30%
Develop research design, data analysis, interpretation, project management, results summarization, and publication in peer-reviewed research journals and formal presentations in meetings and symposiums.
10%
Assist other team members to accomplish the common goals.
Relevant/Preferred Education The applicant should be a recent Ph.D. graduate with plant virology major, with proven ability to develop and conduct experiments independently with application of molecular virology concepts.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies The applicant should have thorough knowledge of methodologies relevant to working with viral and plant host nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), primer design, molecular cloning, and library preparation, HTS and data analysis. Knowledge/proficiency in statistical and bioinformatics software to address molecular virology questions, e.g. phylogenetic, recombination, conserved protein domain, protein structure, large and small RNA, and evolutionary analyses. The individual should be able to work both independently and as a team member. Innovative, excellent organizational, time-management, experimental design, and communication skills are essential. Should have good laboratory practices, work ethic, respectfulness to others, and commitment to a career in plant virus research.
Physical Demands Light lifting, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
Security Access Yes
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Sudeep Bag
Recruitment Contact Email: sudeepbag@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 2293863042
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