Postdoctoral Research Associate (in Rice Cultivar Improvement) Job at Texas A&M AgriLife
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate (in Rice Cultivar Improvement)
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Beaumont
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Beaumont, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Research Associate performs duties specifically related to research activities, require an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment.
Appointment: 100% research. Salary and appointment will be highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Manage and conduct greenhouse or field breeding nurseries or experiments (at Beaumont, Puerto Rico, or other test locations), including seed and land preparation, planting, crossing, phenotypic data collection, plant or leaf sampling, harvesting, and postharvest processing.
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Conduct marker-assisted selection (including DNA extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays, gel electrophoresis, and gel documentation), genome-wide association studies, and genomic selection.
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Conduct grain quality tests, including grain length and width, chalky grain percentage, iodine colorimetric tests for amylose concentration determination, and taste tests.
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Collect, analyze, and interpret phenotypic and genotypic data.
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Keep detailed records of research objectives and procedures.
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Write scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
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Assist in the preparation of clientele‐oriented publications and oral/written reports.
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Assist in the preparation of research or grant proposals.
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Work with the specialty rice breeding project staff in lab, greenhouse, and field tasks that involve screening and development of rice that are high yielding, high quality, and tolerant to abiotic and biotic stress.
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Assist in managing the grain quality laboratories.
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Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Required Education: Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Crop Science, or a related field.
Preferred Education: Training in grain quality phenotyping, marker-assisted selection, genome-wide association studies, and population/quantitative genetics.
Preferred Experience: At least two years of relevant experience (line breeding, field phenotyping, genotyping, and project management). Experience working in a rice breeding program. Has conducted marker-assisted selection, genome-wide association studies, and/or genomic selection. Experience in conducting field experiments or nurseries, such as laying out the field, planting, crop management, harvesting, post-harvest handling, grain quality evaluation, and taste testing.
Required Special Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
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Knowledge and skills in crop science or agronomy;
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Familiarity with farm and laboratory equipment used in a research environment
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Ability to layout, and conduct and manage field and greenhouse nurseries and experiments;
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Ability to utilize a computer and software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data, and perform other computer-related tasks.
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Knowledge of preparation of scientific manuscripts.
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Ability to establish effective working relationships
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Ability to drive a tractor and/or learn to operate a mechanical planter and fertilizer and pesticide rig.
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Evidence of quality agronomic, genetic, or plant breeding research, including publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
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Documented oral and poster presentations at local or international conferences.
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Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Funding: This position will be 100% grant-supported.
Supervisor: Dr. Stanley Omar PB. Samonte, Associate Professor in Specialty and Hybrid Rice Breeding, Texas A&M AgriLife Research at Beaumont
Location and Facilities: The incumbent will be located at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center, Beaumont, Texas, USA. The Beaumont Center and its satellite station at Eagle Lake house about 45 scientists, research and administrative support staff, and students. Research expertise includes: inbred and hybrid rice breeding;whole plant physiology; soils and plant nutrition; insect, weed and disease management; integrated cropping systems management; and cropping systemsmodeling. Facilities include about 960 acres of land at Beaumont and 114 acres at Eagle Lake. Office, laboratory and greenhouse space, and land for field research are provided to the Specialty Rice Breeding Project.
Closing Date: Open until a suitable applicant is found
Application Packet: Application materials for this research associate position must be submitted via Workd. Applications should contain the following:
- An application cover letter that summarizes the candidate’s expertise and unique qualifications for the position.
- A curriculum vitae that contains the following:
- A summary of university degrees and relevant graduate research and training.
- An employment history. Indicate the roles and tasks you performed in the research projects.
- A list of publications (complete list of authors, year, title, journal, volume, pages) for each of the following categories: peer-reviewed scientific journal papers, book chapters, abstracts or proceedings of scientific meetings or conferences, non-refereed scientific papers, and extension papers with a description of the role the applicant played in producing each publication.
- A list of oral (seminar) and poster presentations in scientific meetings or conferences.
- PDF copies of up to 3 publications.
- A list of 3 professional references qualified to assess the candidate. Provide name, title, affiliation, physical address, phone number, and email address for each.
Contact Person: Communications relating to this position should be sent via email to:
Dr. Stanley Omar PB. Samonte
(Stanley.Samonte@ag.tamu.edu)
Associate Professor in Specialty and Hybrid Rice Breeding
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Beaumont, Texas, USA
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