A post-doctoral Research Associate (GS-11/12) position is available at the
USDA-ARS National Small Grains Germplasm Research Facility located in
Aberdeen, ID USA. Funding is available for at least two years, with
extension to four years total possible based on availability of funds and on
performance. It is restricted to U.S. citizens who have received their Ph.
D. within the last four years; exceptions to the latter restriction may be
granted in certain instances.

The assignment is to: 1) identify conserved regions of Fusarium genes
critical for virulence; 2) construct vectors encoding dsRNA against such
genes and use them to transform Fusarium; 3) assess the effects of each
vector on fungal growth and mycotoxin production; and 4) modify fungal
transformation vectors with activity against Fusarium for use in
Agrobacterium-mediated transformation of barley.

The position requires a Ph.D. in molecular biology, molecular genetics,
plant pathology, genetics, or a related field. Knowledge of current methods
of genomic analysis, vector construction and transformation (plant, animal,
or fungi), and/or gene expression regulation is required, including current
techniques related to conducting such research.

Interested persons are encouraged to contact Dr. Phil Bregitzer @
phil.bregitzer@ars.usda.gov or 208-397-4162 ext. 116, for more details or
discussion.  The official job announcement is posted on USAJOBS (see
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/359111900) and all applications
for the position must be submitted as specified on this site. This  site
contains numerous links describing compensation, benefits, and other
details.