Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Breeding, Genomics, and Phenomics

Iowa State University; United States; Sur place; USD 52 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and dental

Retirement benefits

Generous vacation and leave

Onsite childcare

Life insurance

Wellbeing program

WorkFlex options

Résumé du poste

Iowa State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plant Breeding, Genomics, and Phenomics. The role supports multidisciplinary programs across breeding, genomics, and phenomics with emphasis on advancing cultivar development and crop improvement.

The successful candidate will engage in field, greenhouse, lab, and computational work to drive data-driven breeding outcomes. The position offers advanced training and professional development to prepare an independent

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Breeding, genomics, phenomics or related fields.
• Experience publishing scientific manuscripts in peer‑reviewed journals in plant breeding/genomics/phenomics.
• Experience conducting field and laboratory experiments in a crop breeding program.

Responsabilités

• Designing and implementing experiments; collecting and analyzing data related to plant genetics, genomics, phenomics, physiology, pathology, and entomology; supporting breeding activities from planting through harvest and post‑harvest seed processing; and applying statistical and quantitative methods to research data.
• Publishing research findings in peer‑reviewed journals, contributing to grant proposals and technical reports, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and participating in collaborative interdisciplinary research projects.

Formation

Ph.D. in Agronomy or Breeding

Outils

FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)

Description du poste

Position Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Breeding, Genomics, and Phenomics

Appointment Type

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to multidisciplinary research and crop improvement programs focused on breeding, genomics, and phenomics. This position offers advanced training and professional development opportunities to prepare the successful candidate for an independent research career in academia, government, or industry. The successful candidate will conduct field, greenhouse, laboratory, and computational research supporting crop breeding and cultivar development efforts.

• Designing and implementing experiments; collecting and analyzing data related to plant genetics, genomics, phenomics, physiology, pathology, and entomology; supporting breeding activities from planting through harvest and post-harvest seed processing; and applying statistical and quantitative methods to research data.
• Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to grant proposals and technical reports, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and participating in collaborative interdisciplinary research projects.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Breeding, genomics, phenomics or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience publishing scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals relevant to plant breeding, genetics, genomics, phenomics, or related disciplines.
• Experience conducting field and laboratory experiments in a crop breeding program.
• Experience working in a mung bean breeding program.
• FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107).

Department/Program & College Description

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation.

Department Unit/Website

Agronomy | College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental.
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans.
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa).
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellbeing program.
• WorkFlex options for some positions.

Proposed Start Date

December 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12

Month Work Period Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

Post Docs

Original Posting Date

November4, 2026

Posting Close Date

November12, 2026

Job Requisition Number

R20109

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination Statement

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Accommodations Statement

Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone].

General Compensation Information

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.