Postdoctoral Plant Pathology & Nematode Disease Research

The American Phytopathological Society (APS); Homestead, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate at UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center in Homestead, FL, starting January 1, 2027. This 12-month, non-tenure track full-time position involves lab, greenhouse, and field studies on sustainable management of soilborne diseases and nematodes in snap beans and other vegetables.

The incumbent will design experiments, collect and analyze data, prepare reports and articles, and participate in extension

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in plant pathology, microbiology, or related field.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to work in fields and with a team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct lab, greenhouse, and field studies on disease and nematode management.
• Collect and analyze data, prepare reports and publications.
• Engage in extension activities and mentor students as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry representatives, extension agents and specialists.

Skills

Lab and field research

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

The University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate at UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center in Homestead, FL, starting January 1, 2027. This 12-month, non-tenure track full-time position involves lab, greenhouse, and field studies on sustainable management of soilborne diseases and nematodes in snap beans and other vegetables.

The incumbent will design experiments, collect and analyze data, prepare reports and articles, and participate in extension