Post-Doctoral Associate - Chowdhury

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

G / R19711P

Working Title

Post-Doctoral Associate - Chowdhury

Department

CAES-Plant Pathology

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

College / Unit / Department website

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

$48,000

Anticipated Start Date

12 / 01 / 2022

Posting Date

11 / 03 / 2022

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should provide CV, a short 1-page cover letter, and three professional references. For full consideration, applicants should email Dr. Intiaz Amin Chowdhury, the above-mentioned application materials at intiaz.chowdhury@uga.edu.

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

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Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Identify nematode populations to species level using molecular diagnostic methods ( PCR , qPCR, RPA etc.), conduct research towards molecular characterization of newly detected nematode species, utilize state-of-the-art technologies such as high-throughput phenotyping, GWAS , and gene mapping, and conduct laboratory research towards management of PPN .

Percentage of time

40

Duties / Responsibilities

Take a leadership role in data collection, data analysis, compiling original research and review manuscripts for publication in appropriate journals, assist Dr. Chowdhury in preparing research grant proposals, and present results at local and national conferences.

Percentage of time

40

Duties / Responsibilities

Dr. Chowdhury's nematology team in greenhouse and field trails and supervise / train graduate students and student workers on molecular DNA -based techniques.

Percentage of time

15

Duties / Responsibilities

Help establish a laboratory environment conducive to efficient nematology research work by organizing existing supplies and equipment while helping to procure new equipment and supplies.

Percentage of time