Postdoc: Thiosulfinate-Tolerance in Allium Pathogens

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA invites applications for a post‑doctoral research associate position focusing on thiosulfinate tolerance in bacterial pathogens affecting Alliums. The role emphasizes functional validation of gene clusters and mechanistic studies, with opportunities for molecular docking and candidate identification to sensitize pathogens to thiosulfinates.

Leadership in data collection and manuscript preparation is expected.

Qualifications

• PhD in plant pathology or biochemistry with emphasis on bioinformatics.
• Experience with host and pathogen genome analysis.
• Strong data collection and manuscript preparation skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize genomics and computational biology to identify novel thiosulfinate gene clusters in Alliums pathogens.
• Collaborate with industry stakeholders, supervise students, and prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Work on pathosystems including onion, garlic, and Japanese bunching onion.
• Plan and execute functional validation of gene clusters; assess tolerance to thiosulfinates in vitro and in vivo; study molecular docking to identify sensitive candidates.
• Lead data collection, data analysis, and manuscript preparation for journals.

Skills

Host and pathogen genomes

Education

PhD in plant pathology or biochemistry with emphasis on bioinformatics

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA invites applications for a post‑doctoral research associate position focusing on thiosulfinate tolerance in bacterial pathogens affecting Alliums. The role emphasizes functional validation of gene clusters and mechanistic studies, with opportunities for molecular docking and candidate identification to sensitize pathogens to thiosulfinates.

Leadership in data collection and manuscript preparation is expected.