Postdoctoral Entomology Researcher: IPM & Crop Pest Ecology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Scottsbluff (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Department of Entomology, IANR, invites applications for a 12-month Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead projects on EPN and/or EPF, including crop pest systems such as corn rootworm and sunflower pests. The role includes grant writing, reporting, presenting results, drafting manuscripts, and mentoring students.

Located in Scottsbluff, NE, the successful candidate will work under PI Dr.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Entomology, Microbiology, Ecology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in IPM or applied ecology research.
• Demonstrated expertise or experience working with EPN and EPF.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driving criteria.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple research projects on EPN and/or EPF including corn rootworm and seed weevil/head moth topics.
• Contribute to grant proposal preparation and project reporting.
• Present research results at scientific conferences and draft manuscripts for publication.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students; assist with extension programming as needed.
• Travel as required to research sites across western Nebraska and collaborate with PI Dr. Pin-Chu Lai.

Skills

IPM research

Applied ecology

EPN/EPF experience

Excellent communication

Driver's license

Education

Ph.D. in Entomology, Microbiology, Ecology or related

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Department of Entomology, IANR, invites applications for a 12-month Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead projects on EPN and/or EPF, including crop pest systems such as corn rootworm and sunflower pests. The role includes grant writing, reporting, presenting results, drafting manuscripts, and mentoring students.

Located in Scottsbluff, NE, the successful candidate will work under PI Dr.