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Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
June 5 2025If a date is not listed above review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
305-YNFACULTY - Research AssociateBusiness Title:
Research AssociateEmployee Type:
Faculty () (Fixed Term)Position Term:
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
Washington State University Department of Plant Pathology Pullman WA The College of Agricultural Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University invites applications for a Research Associate position in the Department of Plant Pathology. The successful candidate will investigate genes involved in plant resistance and fungal pathogenicity with a focus on those active during specific developmental and infection stages of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research involving molecular genetics and biochemical analyses of pathogen infection processes and plant defense responses using Arabidopsis and canola as model systems. Candidates with experience in molecular plant pathology are especially encouraged to apply. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with the initiative and drive to develop and advance an independent research project.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time (100% FTE) temporary position expected to end on August 15 2026. Renewal is dependent on program needs and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Annual Salary: $50000 - $55000 Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information please reviewWSUs Administrative Professional Compensation Structure.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in plant pathology molecular genetics biochemistry or a closely related field with demonstrated hands-on experience in plant molecular genetics genomics and biochemistry at the time of hire.
A minimum of five years of postdoctoral experience in molecular plant pathology.
Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to contribute effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary research environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
A proven track record of academic and research excellence with a clear emphasis in molecular genetics and biochemistry.
Extensive experience in transcriptomics and bioinformatics and/or demonstrated proficiency in gene knockout and complementation techniques.
Familiarity with Sclerotinia biology is advantageous but not required.
Area/College: The College of Agricultural Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name: Department of Plant Pathology
Location: Pullman WA
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter explaining your interest in this opportunity the specific skills and knowledge you would contribute and your career goals.
3) Contact information for three references
External candidates upload all documents in the Application Document section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) before starting your Workday application please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates upload all documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 engages in law enforcement requires security clearance interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity has access to personal identifying and/or financial information unsupervised access to university buildings/property or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
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Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply including members of the military and veterans and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process contact Human Resource Services: (v) Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-; TDD Callers: 1- (f) or .
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In matters of admission employment housing or services or in the educational programs or activities it operates WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex race color national or ethnic origin physical disability mental disability sensory disability use of a trained service animal age religion creed genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status honorably discharged veteran member of the military or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law regulation or government contract.
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