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Post Doctoral Researcher
The Ohio State University, United States
1 day ago
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Posted:
12-May-26
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Full-time
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Other Staff/Administrative
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number:
R150598
The Postdoctoral Researcher will lead and support research on plantnematode interactions, with a focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying host resistance and nematode virulence. The successful candidate will integrate molecular, genomic, and bioinformatic approaches to investigate plant responses and nematode effectors. This position offers opportunities for scientific leadership, mentorship, and professional development within a collaborative research environment.
Key Responsibilities
Research (80%)
Design, execute, and optimize experiments investigating plantnematode interactions
Generate, analyze, and interpret molecular and genomic datasets
Apply advanced approaches including RNA-seq, single-cell transcriptomics, and functional assays
Lead manuscript preparation for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Present research findings at scientific meetings and seminars
Mentorship (15%)
Train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students in laboratory, molecular, and data analysis techniques
Provide guidance on experimental design, data interpretation, and research best practices
Grant and Project Development (5%)
Assist with proposal development and grant writing
Contribute to ongoing collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects
Required Qualifications
PhD in Plant Pathology or a closely related field (completed by start date)
Demonstrated experience with molecular biology and/or genomics approaches
Experience analyzing transcriptomic or genomic datasets
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including scientific writing
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with plantnematode systems
Familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines for RNA-seq or single-cell transcriptomics
Prior mentoring or teaching experience
Interest in collaborative and interdisciplinary research
Professional Development Opportunities
This position provides opportunities to develop independence in research, contribute to grant writing, build mentorship experience, and engage in collaborative projects that support career advancement in academia, government, or industry.
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