Assistant Research Scientist (63031)

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This is a 12-month non-tenured position (1 FTE) that will be 85% research; 15% extension (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) available at the Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the University of Florida. This assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Duties will include: 1) Development of molecular methods for detection of strawberry pathogens, 2) Introduction of molecular methods for pathogen detection and identification for use in the diagnostic clinic and other strawberry related projects, 3) Refinement of heat treatment procedures to control the pathogens that are carried on nursery stock while minimizing damage to the plant. This position is not tenure-accruing. The faculty member may participate actively in graduate education by chairing graduate committees, serving on graduate committees, supervising thesis and dissertation research, supervising undergraduate research, and publishing the results with their graduate students. The faculty member will also seek contract and grant funding actively to support their program.

Required:

• A doctorate degree (foreign equivalent acceptable) in closely related discipline is required.
• Four years of experience in related area.
• Knowledge of scientific methods including experimental design, data collection, and statistical analysis.
• High- level communication skills both verbal and written, interpersonal relationships, and procurement of extramural funding.
• Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability.

Preferred:

Postdoctoral experience is desirable.

For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit additional materials by 11 August, 2020. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined.

Nominations

Nominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent to:

Please refer to Requisition # 63031

Dr. Vance Whitaker

Chair, Search and Screen Committee

University of Florida

Associate Professor

Plant Breeding

UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center

14625 CR 672

Wimauma, FL 33598

vwhitaker@ufl.edu

Application Information

• Individuals wishing to apply should go online to http://apply.interfolio.com/77575 and submit:
  • Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial PhD transcripts

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) .

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.

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