Wheat Rust Genomics & Breeding Postdoc – Global Impact

CIMMYT; Estado de México; Presencial; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading agricultural research organization is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Wheat Rust Pathology to join its Global Wheat Program. This role focuses on research activities related to rust resistance traits, requiring a PhD in a relevant field, experience in molecular genetics, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive compensation package and collaboration with international partners. Located in Texcoco, near Mexico City.

Servicios

Housing allowance

Comprehensive health and life insurance

Children’s education support

Paid leave

Relocation support

Annual airfare

Retirement plan contributions

Formación

• Demonstrated experience in molecular genetics, statistical analysis, and handling genotype–phenotype datasets.
• Proficiency in analytical software such as R, TASSEL, R/qtl, or GAPIT.
• Strong publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and oversee rust screening and phenotyping activities in field and greenhouse.
• Analyze genetic and phenotypic datasets for rust resistance traits.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Kenya for data management and rust surveillance.

Conocimientos

Molecular genetics

Statistical analysis

Teamwork

Communication skills

Educación

PhD in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, or plant pathology

Herramientas

R

TASSEL

GAPIT

Descripción del empleo

A leading agricultural research organization is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Wheat Rust Pathology to join its Global Wheat Program. This role focuses on research activities related to rust resistance traits, requiring a PhD in a relevant field, experience in molecular genetics, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive compensation package and collaboration with international partners. Located in Texcoco, near Mexico City.