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University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Entomology, IPM, and Applied Ecology University of Nebraska–Lincoln in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

12-month postdoctoral appointment funded by a grant or other temporary funding, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and funding availability.

Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

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United States

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University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Entomology
Pest Management
Crop Protection
Arthropodology

About this position

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Entomology at the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

This postdoctoral position is centered on entomology, integrated pest management (IPM), applied ecology, and arthropod pest biology and management. The successful candidate will lead multiple research projects involving entomopathogenic nematodes (EPN) and/or entomopathogenic fungi (EPF), including work targeting corn rootworm in corn and red sunflower seed weevil and head moth in sunflower. The broader lab program also covers pest management in major crops such as sugar beets, dry beans, winter wheat, sunflower, corn, and alfalfa.

The role includes grant proposal preparation, project reporting, conference presentations, manuscript drafting and publishing, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. Extension programming and material development may also be available for candidates interested in outreach.

Eligibility: applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Entomology, Microbiology, Ecology, or a closely related field, with demonstrated expertise in IPM or applied ecology research and experience with EPN/EPF. Strong written and oral communication skills are required, along with a valid driver’s license and ability to meet university driving criteria. Preferred experience includes publications, presentations, grantsmanship, student mentoring, row-crop research, and extension/outreach.

Funding: this is a 12-month postdoctoral appointment funded by a grant or other temporary funding, with possible extension depending on performance and funding availability.

Application: submit materials through the university application portal by the review date of 2026-09-01 for best consideration. Required documents include a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three professional references. The posting is open until filled.

Funding details

12-month postdoctoral appointment funded by a grant or other temporary funding, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and funding availability.

What's required

Ph.D. in Entomology, Microbiology, Ecology, or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in IPM or applied ecology research and experience working with EPN and EPF are required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required, along with a valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driving criteria. Preferred qualifications include scholarly productivity, mentoring experience, row crop experience, and extension/outreach experience.

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