Post-Doctoral Associate - Bag

Position Information

Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

A Post-Doctoral Associate position is available starting August 2024 in the plant virology laboratory, Department of Plant Pathology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia. The position is based in Coastal Plain Experiment Station at Tifton GA.

Initially, the position is for one year and future continuation is based on fund availability and productivity as supported by research articles. The successful applicant will contribute to a project involving insect-transmitted viruses, characterization, and developing tools to manage the viral diseases. Disseminate the research outcomes through conferences, and peer-reviewed research articles.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

The applicant should be a recent Ph.D. graduate with plant virology major, with proven ability to develop and conduct experiments independently with application of molecular virology concepts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

The applicant should have through knowledge of methodologies relevant to working with viral and plant host nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), primer design, molecular cloning, and library preparation, HTS and data analysis. Knowledge/proficiency in a statistical and bioinformatics software to address molecular virology questions, e.g. phylogenetic, recombination, conserved protein domain, protein structure, large and small RNA, and evolutionary analyses.

The individual should be able to work both independently and as a team member. Innovative, excellent organizational, time-management, experimental design, and communication skills are essential. Should have good laboratory practices, work ethic, respectfulness to others, and commitment to a career in plant virus research.

Physical Demands

Light lifting, sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No Is driving a requirement of this position?

No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Sudeep Bag Recruitment Contact Email sudeepbag@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 2293863042

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Other Documents #1
• Unofficial Letters of Recommendation

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