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Postdoctoral Researcher in Plant–Microbiome, Crop Genetics, and Nitrogen Cycling University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Competitive salary and benefits are offered. The research is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy. Flexible start date.
Country
United States
University
University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign

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Angela Kent at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to join an interdisciplinary project on plant microbiomes, crop genetics, and sustainable agriculture.
The position focuses on uncovering the genomic and biochemical basis of biological inhibition of nitrification and denitrification in maize, with the broader goal of understanding how plant genomes shape microbiome functions and can help improve nutrient provisioning while reducing environmentally harmful nitrogen losses.
The research combines plant–microbiome research, plant breeding and genetics, microbial ecology, bioinformatics, statistical analysis, plant physiology, soil fertility, biogeochemistry, and nitrogen cycling. The team works across crop breeding, physiology, agronomy, biogeochemistry, and industry collaborators.
Applicants should hold a PhD in crop science, microbiology, environmental science, or a related field. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. The post offers a competitive salary and benefits and a flexible start date.
To apply, email a CV or résumé, cover letter, and contact information for three references to [email protected]. Applications are reviewed until a suitable candidate is identified.
Institution: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, United States.
Funding details
Competitive salary and benefits are offered. The research is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy. Flexible start date.
What's required
Applicants should hold a PhD in crop science, microbiology, environmental science, or a related field. Experience in one or more of the following is especially desired: plant breeding and genetics, microbial ecology and plant microbiomes, bioinformatics and statistical analysis, plant physiology, metabolism, soil fertility, biogeochemistry, or nitrogen cycling. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Email a CV or résumé, cover letter, and contact information for three references to Dr. Angela Kent at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed until a suitable candidate is identified.
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