Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Lowry Lab at Michigan State University is searching for a postdoctoral research associate to conduct field and laboratory experiments to understand the causes of genetic variation in cold acclimation and freezing tolerance in the bioenergy crop switchgrass. This work builds on prior research by our group, which found that locally adapted switchgrass induces cold acclimation at higher temperatures and gains much greater freezing tolerance as a result of acclimation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee experiments in the field, laboratory, and plant growth facilities
• Coordinate and/or integrate efforts with ongoing switchgrass genomic, breeding, and functional genetic research programs

Requirements

• PhD in a field of the Biological Sciences
• Greater than five years of experience working with plants
• Valid U.S. driver's license and willingness to drive a mid-sized university-owned truck at least twice a month (~150 miles per day) at the time the position begins

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting cold acclimation and freezing tolerance experiments
• Expertise in plant physiology, functional genetics, and/or field research

Required Application Materials

• CV

Review of Applications Begins On 09/01/2026