Postdoc: Sugarcane Pest Management Researcher

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida's Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade invites applications for a USDA-funded Postdoctoral Research Associate position focused on integrated pest management of sugarcane insects. The successful candidate will lead research on pasture mealybug with field experiments and greenhouse bioassays.

Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting findings to stakeholders, and supervising

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) in Entomology, Crop Protection, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, statistical analysis, and scientific writing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

Responsibilities

• Lead research investigating management tactics for pasture mealybug in sugarcane.
• Design and conduct field experiments and greenhouse bioassays.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at meetings.
• Supervise technical personnel and collaborate with stakeholders and Extension personnel.

Skills

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Independent work

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Ph.D. in Entomology or related field

Job description

The University of Florida's Everglades Research and Education Center (EREC) in Belle Glade invites applications for a USDA-funded Postdoctoral Research Associate position focused on integrated pest management of sugarcane insects. The successful candidate will lead research on pasture mealybug with field experiments and greenhouse bioassays.

Responsibilities include experimental design, data analysis, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting findings to stakeholders, and supervising