Post-Doctoral Associate AD - Mitchum 1 & 2

Posting Details Position Details Posting Number

G/R14942P

Working Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD

• Mitchum 1 & 2 Department CAES-Plant Pathology About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.

uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website https://plantpath.caes.uga.edu/ Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday

• Friday Advertised Salary $47,476 Anticipated Start Date 09/15/2022 Posting Date 08/19/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Conduct research in lab

• The incumbent will carry out research on the molecular basis of plant-nematode interactions.

He/she will conduct research to identify nematodes genes important for parasitism and overcoming host plant resistance, as well as characterize the host target genes essential for compatibility and resistance. The incumbent will handle and analyze genomic and/or transcriptomic datasets, clone candidate plant and nematode genes, and use a variety of molecular and genetic approaches to characterize the function of these genes in nematode parasitism in both crop and model plant systems. Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities Care for plants and/or pathogen cultures

• The incumbent will care for plants and/or pathogen cultures required for executing research experiments. This will involve planting, watering, and harvesting of seed and/or propagating the necessary nematode cultures. Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities Collect and analyze data
• He/she will collect data from experiments and analyze it directly and in collaboration with the PI. Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Writing and reporting of research
• The incumbent is expected to summarize and regularly discuss research results in both written and oral format with the PI. He/she will prepare research updates will prepare periodic research reports in collaboration with the PI and required for granting agencies. Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities Present results to the scientific community and for publication
• He/she will be expected to present research results at professional scientific meetings at local venues, national and international meetings. Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities Supervision of student workers
• The incumbent will supervise student workers and provide mentorship along with the PI to undergraduate researchers that assist with research in the laboratory.

Percentage of time 5