Supervisory Plant Genetics & Pathology Research Leader

USDA; Aberdeen (ID); On-site; USD 126,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA’s Aberdeen, Idaho-based Small Grains and Potato Germplasm Research Unit seeks a Supervisory Research Geneticist (Plants) / Plant Pathologist Research Leader. The role leads a team researching genomic tools for germplasm improvement, disease resistance, and quality traits.

Responsibilities include directing breeding and pathology work, publishing results, and managing unit resources. U.S. citizenship is required; position open until Nov 27, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team conducting genomic breeding and pathology research.
• Develop and apply genomic molecular tools for germplasm enhancement and disease resistance.
• Publish results in professional articles and abstracts and present at conferences.

Job description

USDA’s Aberdeen, Idaho-based Small Grains and Potato Germplasm Research Unit seeks a Supervisory Research Geneticist (Plants) / Plant Pathologist Research Leader. The role leads a team researching genomic tools for germplasm improvement, disease resistance, and quality traits.

Responsibilities include directing breeding and pathology work, publishing results, and managing unit resources. U.S. citizenship is required; position open until Nov 27, 2026.