Postdoc: Time-Series Microbiome Research in Apple Roots

Zintellect; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service in Wenatchee, WA, offers a one-year, full-time research opportunity to study how soil and plant-associated microbiomes influence fruit-tree production. You will work under a mentor to analyze long-term microbiome data and environmental drivers, with collaboration across government, academia, and industry.

The role emphasizes translating complex findings into practical soil-health guidance for growers, with opportunities to co-analyze data with a University of

Qualifications

• Strong background in microbiology or bioinformatics.
• Experience with time-series data analysis.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-institution teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze multiyear microbiome time-series data to model apple rhizosphere communities.
• Assess how environmental factors influence microbial dynamics in orchard soil.
• Investigate microbial association networks and their ecological implications.
• Collaborate with ARS scientists, a University of Idaho biostatistician, and Washington Soil Health Initiative partners to translate findings for growers.

Skills

Time-series analysis

Microbiome data

Biostatistics

Team collaboration

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service in Wenatchee, WA, offers a one-year, full-time research opportunity to study how soil and plant-associated microbiomes influence fruit-tree production. You will work under a mentor to analyze long-term microbiome data and environmental drivers, with collaboration across government, academia, and industry.

The role emphasizes translating complex findings into practical soil-health guidance for growers, with opportunities to co-analyze data with a University of