Postdoctoral Research Associate

wsu; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a 12-month, full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Winter Wheat Breeding Program on the Pullman, WA campus. The incumbent will assist in developing a research program focused on herbicide tolerance in winter wheat and screen large genetic populations with different herbicides to identify tolerance.

The role offers opportunities to investigate genetic control, identify molecular markers, develop screening protocols, and contribute to cultivar

Qualifications

• PhD in plant breeding, genetics, or related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in field, laboratory, and greenhouse skills.
• Evidence of scholarly output (publications, proposals).

Responsibilities

• Develop a research program focused on herbicide tolerance in winter wheat.
• Screen large genetic populations with different herbicides to identify tolerance.
• Investigate genetic control of tolerance and identify molecular markers.

Skills

Field skills

Laboratory skills

Greenhouse skills

Scholarly output

Education

PhD in plant breeding/genetics or related field

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: August24,2026.

Available Title(s): 306-NY_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Employee Type: Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Term: 12 Month

Position Details

The Opportunity

The Winter Wheat Breeding Program at Washington State University is seeking qualified applicant for a 12-month, full-time (1.0 FTE) post-doctoral researcher position based on the WSU campus in Pullman, WA. The incumbent will assist in developing a research program focused on developing novel sources of herbicide tolerance in winter wheat. The researcher will screen large genetic populations with different herbicides to identify tolerance. Upon identification of lines tolerant to herbicides, there will be opportunities to investigate the genetic control of the tolerance, identify molecular markers associated with the tolerance, develop screening protocols, and make crosses to develop improved cultivars for commercialization. The long-term goal is to develop novel sources of herbicide tolerance and release commercial cultivars for production in Washington. The incumbent will also participate in outreach to grower groups, development of research proposals, and scholarly outputs.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts.

Additional Information

Annual Salary: $62,232. - $120,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range.

This is a full time (100 % FTE), temporary position.

Appointment Duration

This is a temporary position expected to start on September 1, 2026 and end on August 31, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Required Qualifications

• A PhD in the area of plant breeding, plant genetics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in field, laboratory, and greenhouse skills
• Demonstrated ability of scholarly output
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team structure
• Knowledge of plant breeding and selection theory

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with herbicide tolerance and selection in breeding programs
• Supervisory experience

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus - C rop and Soil Sciences

Area/College: College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name: Department of Crop and Soil Sciences

Location: Pullman, WA

Contact: For questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact Arron Carter at [e-mail] or 509-335-6198 .

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check wi