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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plant Pathology Washington State University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
Annual salary $62,232-$66,000, full-time temporary appointment for 12 months; renewal depends on performance and funding availability. WSU benefits include paid leave, holidays, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, and supplemental retirement options.
Deadline
Nov 12, 2026
Country
United States
University
Washington State University
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About this position
This postdoctoral position is based in the Department of Plant Pathology at Washington State University’s Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center in Prosser, Washington. The researcher will focus on the Ascochyta blight complex on winter pea, with an emphasis on identifying the pathogens involved and understanding how they can be managed through genetic resistance.
The project combines field and greenhouse research with molecular and quantitative approaches. The successful candidate will screen genotyped pea lines for resistance to multiple pathogens, isolate and identify fungi from plant tissues, and use genome-wide association mapping to pinpoint candidate genes associated with tolerance or resistance.
The role is framed as an independent research post within a collaborative environment. The work will be carried out in collaboration with Dr. Lyndon Porter, a Research Plant Pathologist with the USDA-ARS in Prosser, and is embedded in Washington State University’s agricultural research setting at the Prosser center.
The position is suited to a researcher with strong molecular genetics and plant pathology experience who is ready to contribute to crop disease research with practical relevance for pea improvement and pathogen management.
Funding details
Annual salary $62,232-$66,000, full-time temporary appointment for 12 months; renewal depends on performance and funding availability. WSU benefits include paid leave, holidays, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, and supplemental retirement options.
What's required
PhD in Plant Pathology, Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, or a related field. The candidate must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet departmental driving standards. Demonstrated expertise in molecular genetics, experience isolating and identifying fungi from plant tissues, scoring plants for disease resistance, and conducting genome-wide association studies and analyzing mapping results are required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, publication record, ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural team setting, and willingness to travel independently to research sites are preferred.
How to apply
Submit an online application through the Workday link. Upload a resume and cover letter, ensuring they show how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process.
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