Forage Legume Breeding Research Fellow

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Madison (WI); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service offers a hands-on opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin. You will join a national plant breeding network and work on forage legumes, with data analysis using phenotypic and genotypic data under mentor guidance.

Starting December 2026 for one year with potential renewal, this full-time role emphasizes practical breeding experience, soil and seed production, and greenhouse activities as part of a vibrant research program.

Formación

• Currently pursuing or has completed a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Life Health and Medical Sciences or related fields.
• Capacity to analyze data and handle large data sets using Python, R, or SAS.
• Ability to operate small-scale agricultural equipment and understand land management.

Responsabilidades

• Participate in forage legume breeding within a national plant breeding network.
• Conduct breeding data analysis using phenotypic and genotypic data.
• Collaborate on breeding cover crops such as hairy vetch, crimson clover, and Austrian winter pea.

Conocimientos

Python

R

SAS

Data analysis

Plant breeding

Educación

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Life/Health or Plant Sciences

Herramientas

Drone operations

Descripción del empleo

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service offers a hands-on opportunity in Madison, Wisconsin. You will join a national plant breeding network and work on forage legumes, with data analysis using phenotypic and genotypic data under mentor guidance.

Starting December 2026 for one year with potential renewal, this full-time role emphasizes practical breeding experience, soil and seed production, and greenhouse activities as part of a vibrant research program.