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Careers in the Plant SciencesPost docUniversity of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Position Title:
Post doc
Position Type:
Post-Doctoral Position
Application Review Begins:
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Application Deadline:
Monday, August 25, 2025
Institution:
University of Pittsburgh
Department/Division:
Biological Sciences
Field (e.g., systematics):
plant-microbe interactions
City:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
General Information:
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral associate in Plant-microbe interactions, to begin August 2025 (negotiable).
The successful candidate will work with Tia-Lynn Ashman in the Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.biology.pitt.edu/graduate/ee-program/mentors) to conduct research focusing on the reciprocal effects of polyploidy (whole genome duplication with or without hybridization) and the plant microbiome, including the feedback between microbial community and plant phenotype.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Applicants must have a background in plant biology, microbiology, genetics, ecology, or evolution with a PhD in ecology, biology or an applicable field.
Minimum requirements include PhD in ecology, evolution, genetics, microbiology or related field, ability to carry out experiments and conduct statistical analyses in R, evidence of scholarly work such as research presentations and publications; work both independently and effectively with others in a team environment, proven ability to achieve goals and manage multiple tasks. Preferred qualifications include expertise with plant microbiome analysis, skills and background in plant microbial ecology, demonstrated application of novel conceptual, experimental or statistical approaches associated with the study of polyploidy, documented record of conducting high-quality scientific research, demonstrated by publication in peer-reviewed journals, demonstrated efficient and strong writing skills.
Responsibilities:
Work will include greenhouse experiments, observational sampling in the field, and/or use of large comparative data sets. Research responsibilities include leading experiments, analyses, and manuscript preparation from collaborative research. The postdoc will also be encouraged to participate in outreach and science communication activities.
Application Instructions (submission methods, etc.):
To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a current CV. At least one letter of reference should be sent by the recommender to .
Applications will be reviewed starting March 15 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment, so the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community is essential. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Compensation Range:
60k
Contact Name:
Tia-Lynn Ashman, tia1@pitt.edu
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