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Research Associate-Fixed Term

  • East Lansing, Michigan, United States
  • Plant Research Laboratory Nat Science 10032674
  • Area of Interest: Research/Scientific
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
  • Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff
  • Union/Non-Union: Non-Union

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  • Faculty/Academic Staff
  • Opening on: Jan 22 2024
  • Closing at: Jan 22 2026 - 23:55 EST
  • Salary Commensurate with Experience
  • College Of Natural Science
  • 927184

Position Summary

The team, as well as MSU and PRL, provides a professional, friendly, and supportive environment that benefits the career and personal development of all members.

The incumbent will join a vibrant team of NSF-funded research scholars, participating in ongoing research projects regarding plant biotic and abiotic stress. The incumbent will be expected to design and execute experiments, analyze data, present results at professional meetings, and write manuscripts for publication in appropriate journals. In addition to the research activities, the position also includes duties related to general lab organization and mentoring undergraduates.

A start date of April 1st, 2024, is preferred, but alternative timelines will be considered. The initial appointment is available for one year, with the potential for continuation contingent upon funding and performance. Additional benefits, according to MSU policy, apply to this formal position. The requirements and additional instructions for this position are listed below:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Plant Science, Plant Genetics, Plant Biology

Minimum Requirements

A minimum of a Doctorate or Ph.D. degree in plant science, plant genetics, or plant biology-related area is required.

The candidate should be experienced in and adept at plant growing and maintenance work in growth chambers. The candidate should communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of researchers from diverse scientific backgrounds. The candidate should be capable of learning new things and be cooperative and supportive.

Desired Qualifications

Candidates with experience in RT-qPCR, RNA-seq/ChIP-seq analysis, and confocal microscopy are strongly preferred.

Required Application Materials

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (up to 2 pages), a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references. The cover letter should address the minimum and desired requirements for the position, how your experience fits you for this research focus, and how this research is aligned with your future career goals. The position is open immediately and will close upon the determination of an ideal candidate. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt of the individual’s material. For additional questions, please contact Dr. Yongsig Kim (yskim@msu.edu).

Review of Applications Begins On

02/01/2024

Website

https://prl.natsci.msu.edu/

Department Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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