POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Position

Research Associate, W0007478, initial appointment will be one year, renewable upon satisfactory progress and continued funding.

Location

Department of Agronomy

Throckmorton Plant Sciences Building

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS 66506

Available

March 20, 2006

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities will include molecular mapping, functional genomics and molecular marker-assisted selection of important wheat traits for biotic and abiotic resistance.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have a Ph. D degree in Plant Molecular Genetics or related field with a strong background in plant molecular genetics, functional genomics, molecular breeding, or bioinformatics, and a strong publication record. Experience with molecular biology techniques is necessary. Experience in wheat stress related research and high throughput marker analysis is a plus. The successful candidate must work independently with a strong commitment towards goals. Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to work well in a team- based/collaborative research atmosphere are essential.

How to apply

Please submit (1) a letter of application summarizing research experience and interests; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to:

Ms. Roxana Ortiz

Department of Agronomy

2004 Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS 66506

E-mail: roxana@ksu.edu

Please refer to position #W0007478 when applying

Salary

$26,000 - $30,000 depending upon experience.

Application deadline

Screening of applicants will begin March 15, 2006 or until filled. For more information contact Roxana Ortiz at 785-532-6101 or roxana@ksu.edu

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