A postdoctoral position is available at our lab at AHS Agricultural Research and Extension Center of the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). The job is located at Winchester, VA, which is approximately 60 miles west of Washington D.C.
There are three main research projects. Selection of the core research project will depend on the interest and strength of the candidate. The first is a histopathology of ripe rot pathogens of grape (Colletotrichum acutatum and C. gloeosporioides) using light microscopy, SEM, GFP-transformed isolates, and real-time PCR. The second is an investigation of fungicide QoI resistance level of ripe rot pathogens in VA vineyards using bioassays, PCR, and sequencing. The third is a development of leaf wetness model using predicted temperature, relative humidity, and precipitation from NOAA’s RTMA (real-time mesoscale analysis) data. This position is initially available for two years with potential renewal based on satisfactory progress.
Successful candidates must have a background in plant pathology, experience with microscopy, PCR or qPCR, data management, and a peer-reviewed publication record. Experiences in fungal transformation, chemical resistance work, grape production, weather monitoring equipment, and database management are plus. Also due to the nature of the project and the location of the research station, a valid US driver’s license is required. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work within a team are essential. Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required. Successful candidates should be interested in contributing to the training of graduate students. A PhD focusing in plant pathology, mycology, plant-microbe biology, or molecular biology is required.
The official application need to be submitted via Virginia Tech's job site. I will post the link as soon as it is available. In a mean time, if you are interested in, please contact me directly via email.
(Updated 29 March 2013, Now it is official, please visit here!)
There are three main research projects. Selection of the core research project will depend on the interest and strength of the candidate. The first is a histopathology of ripe rot pathogens of grape (Colletotrichum acutatum and C. gloeosporioides) using light microscopy, SEM, GFP-transformed isolates, and real-time PCR. The second is an investigation of fungicide QoI resistance level of ripe rot pathogens in VA vineyards using bioassays, PCR, and sequencing. The third is a development of leaf wetness model using predicted temperature, relative humidity, and precipitation from NOAA’s RTMA (real-time mesoscale analysis) data. This position is initially available for two years with potential renewal based on satisfactory progress.
Successful candidates must have a background in plant pathology, experience with microscopy, PCR or qPCR, data management, and a peer-reviewed publication record. Experiences in fungal transformation, chemical resistance work, grape production, weather monitoring equipment, and database management are plus. Also due to the nature of the project and the location of the research station, a valid US driver’s license is required. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work within a team are essential. Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required. Successful candidates should be interested in contributing to the training of graduate students. A PhD focusing in plant pathology, mycology, plant-microbe biology, or molecular biology is required.
The official application need to be submitted via Virginia Tech's job site. I will post the link as soon as it is available. In a mean time, if you are interested in, please contact me directly via email.
(Updated 29 March 2013, Now it is official, please visit here!)
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