Postdoctoral Scholar -– Plant Genetic Improvement

About the role

The laboratory of Mark Guiltinan and Siela Maximova in the Department of Plant Science at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA seeks to employ a highly motivated scientist for the position of Postdoctoral Research Scientists – Plant Genetic Improvement to conduct research on genetic improvement of Theobroma cacao, the chocolate tree as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting highly controlled laboratory and greenhouse plant experiments
• Collection of various forms of phenotypic and molecular data
• Statistical analysis of complex datasets

Requirements

• Experience in conducting highly controlled laboratory and greenhouse plant experiments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to work well in a collaborative research environment

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field (plant sciences, genetics, plant breeding or related disciplines)
• All requirements for the completion of the Ph.D. must be met prior to the effective date of hire

Skills

• Strong background in plant sciences
• Experience with statistical analysis of complex datasets
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Pay

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Schedule

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Background checks/clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Additional Information

For more detailed information about Penn State and resources for Postdoctoral scholars, please visit our website: https://www.research.psu.edu/opa.