Posted in Other about 2 hours ago.
Location: Pullman, Washington
Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Summary of Duties:
The Friesen Lab at Washington State University seeks a Staff Scientist that will contribute expertise in microbial genomics, microbial ecology, and plant-microbe interactions in service of a dynamic externally-funded research program focused on plant and soil health with an emphasis on nitrogen-fixation.
Required Qualifications:
A PhD in computational biology, molecular biology, microbiology, plant science, ecology, evolution, or a related discipline.
Two or more years of directly related experience and background. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Publications in the field of computational biology, molecular biology, microbiology, plant science, ecology, evolution, or a related discipline.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A commitment to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community.
Preferred Qualifications:
Skills in bioinformatics and data management, including high-level proficiency in R, data visualization, and -omics computational pipelines.
Experience in collecting data and samples in field settings, including interacting with farmers and land managers.
Laboratory skills in molecular biology including PCR, qPCR, high-throughput nucleic acid extraction, and next-generation sequencing.
Knowledge of beneficial plant-associated microbes and biological nitrogen fixation, especially including the molecular biology and genetics of nitrogenase.
Expertise in microbiology, including cultivation and characterization of bacteria from plant and environmental samples.
Experience providing mentorship to students and interns
Thrives in and contributes to a collaborative and mutually supportive team environment
Self-motivated and able to accomplish goals while balancing multiple projects
Passion and enthusiasm for the mission of furthering resilience in agroecosystems and wild ecosystems for the benefit of society
Area/College:
College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name:
Plant Pathology
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164
Department Link:
Annual Salary:
$65,000.00 - $72,000.00
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf
Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
FTE:
100%
Position Type:
This is a temporary position expected to end on October 31, 2025. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by October 20, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications.
Required Documents:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application.
1.) Resume
2.) Cover Letter
3.) 3 Professional References
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