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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
Country
United States
University
University of Minnesota
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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.
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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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