Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Breeding, Genomics, and Phenomics
- Location
- Ames, IA
- Listed
- 5 days ago
Position Title
Appointment Type: Post Doc/Trainee
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to multidisciplinary research and crop improvement programs focused on breeding, genomics, and phenomics. This position offers advanced training and professional development opportunities to prepare the successful candidate for an independent research career in academia, government, or industry.
The successful candidate will conduct field, greenhouse, laboratory, and computational research supporting crop breeding and cultivar development efforts.
Responsibilities include designing and implementing experiments; collecting and analyzing data related to plant genetics, genomics, phenomics, physiology, pathology, and entomology; supporting breeding activities from planting through harvest and post-harvest seed processing; and applying statistical and quantitative methods to research data.
Additional responsibilities include publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to grant proposals and technical reports, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and participating in collaborative interdisciplinary research projects.
The position provides opportunities to gain experience in breeding, genomics, and phenomics while working closely with Dr. Arti Singh and collaborating with researchers across multiple disciplines.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Agronomy, Breeding, genomics, phenomics or related fields.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience publishing scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals relevant to plant breeding, genetics, genomics, phenomics, or related disciplines.
- Experience conducting field and laboratory experiments in a crop breeding program.
- Experience working in a mung bean breeding program.
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107).
Department/Program & College Description
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world's leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.
Department Unit/Website: Agronomy | College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
- Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email, or call or Toll Free:.
- Proposed Start Date: December 15, 2026
- Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period
- Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade
- Post Docs
- Original Posting Date: November 4, 2026
- Posting Close Date: November 12, 2026
- Job Requisition Number: R20109
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel., email.
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