Soybean Breeding & Genomics Research Fellowship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 41,850 - 48,546; Full time

Job summary

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education invites applications for a Research Project focused on integrating trait discovery and disease-management strategies in soybeans. The role involves screening soybean germplasm, including wild accessions, for resistance to biotic stresses and applying innovative breeding methods.

Start date is September to November 2026 for one year, with a monthly stipend of 3,750–4,350 USD, for U.S. citizens only. Mentor: Lilian Miranda.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in crop science, plant biology, plant pathology, or related field.
• Interest in plant pathology and plant breeding.
• Experience collecting field and greenhouse data with quality control practices.
• Knowledge of row crops.

Responsibilities

• Screen soybean germplasm—including wild accessions—for resistance to biotic stresses.
• Apply breeding methods to introgress exotic and wild genetic variation with minimal undesirable traits.
• Curate datasets for scientific use and quality checks for reporting.

Skills

Lab protocols

Plant pathology

Data collection & QA

Row crops

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Crop Science/plant biology/plant pathology

Job description

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education invites applications for a Research Project focused on integrating trait discovery and disease-management strategies in soybeans. The role involves screening soybean germplasm, including wild accessions, for resistance to biotic stresses and applying innovative breeding methods.

Start date is September to November 2026 for one year, with a monthly stipend of 3,750–4,350 USD, for U.S. citizens only. Mentor: Lilian Miranda.