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Position description: The Department of Plant Pathology at North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND has an immediate opening for two exceptional post-doctoral researchers to conduct research in a stakeholder-driven project conducting research on economically important diseases impacting the potato industry. The successful candidate will i) bring research experience, enthusiasm, and excellent communication skills to a well-established team ii) utilize contemporary and traditional research and statistical tools to improve the understanding and management of soil-borne pathogens; iii) lead statistical analyses for research developed by the individual and the group; iv) publish research and present results; v) support the PI in development of new and existing projects towards the goal of advancing research and disseminating results through reports, presentations and refereed journal publications. The incumbent is expected to work independently and in multidisciplinary research groups, and to supervise, train and guide graduate students, and laboratory staff. A successful candidate must demonstrate expertise in statistics as well as classical and modern areas of plant pathology. This is a full-time post-doctoral appointment renewable annually, contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding. The candidate selected for the position must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time of appointment.

Minimum qualifications: The position requires a recent PhD in plant pathology; demonstrated advanced skills in experimental design, statistical analysis, and visualization of results using contemporary statistical packages; demonstrated expertise in modern and classical laboratory techniques in plant pathology; success in publishing research results. Additional requirements include; experience evaluating plant diseases in greenhouse and field research trials; experience managing laboratory and greenhouse research; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience; experience conducting laboratory, greenhouse and field research evaluating potato diseases. Experience conducting research with soil microbiology/microbiome or plant-environment interactions, next generation sequencing and genome analysis; development, optimization and validation of molecular detection and quantification assays for plant pathogens. High energy and enthusiasm for science that may serve to inspire students, project members, stakeholders, and potential project supporters.

Screening date: Applications due September 25, 2023. Open until filled.

Required Applicant Documents: Complete application must include 1) a cover letter describing previous relevant experience and accomplishments, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) unofficial copies of M.S./Ph.D. transcripts, 4) names on contact information for 3 professional references

Salary: $50,000+ depending on experience

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu.

Land Acknowledgement

We collectively acknowledge that NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands. We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations. We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region. (see www.ndsu.edu/inclusioncouncil/native_american_initiatives/).

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