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Postdoctoral Associate in Ecological Pest Management and Organic Strawberry Production University of Minnesota in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Available

Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

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United States

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University of Minnesota

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Environmental Science
Agriculture
Horticulture
Biology
Entomology
Organic Farming
Biological Control
Pest Management

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About this position

Postdoctoral Associate in Ecological Pest Management

Mary Rogers is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join the Department of Horticultural Science at the University of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota. The project investigates ecological pest management in organic strawberry production.

Research will examine how flowering insectary plantings and supplemental food resources affect natural enemies, tarnished plant bug populations, and strawberry fruit damage. The work connects entomology, insect ecology, conservation biological control, integrated pest management, organic agriculture, and sustainable horticultural production.

The successful candidate should have experience with field-based research and an interest in insect ecology, conservation biological control, and sustainable horticulture. The position includes opportunities to collaborate across horticulture, entomology, and Extension, with field research conducted at multiple sites in Minnesota.

The anticipated start is early 2027. Applications are due by November 13, 2026. Please use the application link in the announcement to review the full details and apply.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants should have experience with field-based research and an interest in insect ecology, conservation biological control, and sustainable horticultural production. Specific degree, language, or other formal requirements are not stated in the post.

How to apply

Review the full position details and submit an application through the provided application link by November 13, 2026.

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