Postdoctoral Associate

University of Maryland, College Park

College Park, MD, USA
Base: $50,299.72 - $176,206.72; bonus/equity: not ...
Ph.d. in plant biology or related field
Expertise in transcriptomics and metabolomics
Experience with r and python data analysis
The position focuses on understanding how preharvest and postharvest hormonal treatments impact apple fruit quality-related pathways and physiological disorders

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on understanding how preharvest and postharvest hormonal treatments impact apple fruit quality-related pathways and physiological disorders.
  • The ideal candidate will integrate multidisciplinary approaches including physiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and metabolomics.
  • Opportunities to develop grantsmanship skills are provided alongside the expectation to publish peer-reviewed articles and present at scientific meetings.

Matching Summary

The position focuses on understanding how preharvest and postharvest hormonal treatments impact apple fruit quality-related pathways and physiological disorders.

Salary

Base: $50,299.72 - $176,206.72; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Faculty benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in plant biology or related field
  • Expertise in transcriptomics and metabolomics
  • Experience with R and Python data analysis
  • Knowledge of plant hormone biosynthesis
  • Fruit tissue sampling and extraction procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Self-driven individual with strong lab experience
  • Ability to collaborate across disciplines
  • Experience supervising graduate assistants
  • Background in grant writing development
  • Fieldwork capability in uncertain weather

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in plant science, biochemistry, or related field
  • Strong statistical analysis skills with R and Python
  • Valid US driver's license required
  • Demonstrated ability to write and publish papers

Work Rights

Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)

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