Post-doctoral Associate

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The small fruit pathology lab at the University of Maryland, College Park, Plant Science and Landscape Architecture Department is seeking a Post-doctoral Associate to conduct applied research to study fungal pathogens causing fruit rots of strawberries and grapevines. The initial appointment will be for one year and can be renewed upon satisfactory performance. Physical Demands: Ability to wear laboratory protective equipment. Ability to work in uncertain weather conditions. Ability to lift and carry 25lbs. Preferences: Experiences in working with plant fungal pathogens. Previous experience with small fruit crops such as strawberries. Ability to work in agricultural fields, with hot and humid weather expected during summer. Ability to drive a pick-up truck and travel to conferences and project sites, as needed. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Excellent writing skills, analytical skills, and presentation skills. Fluency in written and spoken English. Strong motivation and initiative, along with excellent interpersonal skills. Licenses/ Certifications: Not Applicable Additional Job Details Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or related field. Experiences in working with plant fungal pathogens. Ability to work in agricultural fields, with hot and humid weather expected during summer. Ability to drive a pick-up truck and travel to conferences and project sites, as needed. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Excellent writing skills, analytical skills, and presentation skills. Fluency in written and spoken English. Strong motivation and initiative, along with excellent interpersonal skills. Desired Qualifications: Previous experience with small fruit crops such as strawberries. Responsibilities: Conducting various greenhouse/lab experiments. Leading field trials to address the impact of grapevine canopy management on disease control. Managing/analyzing data and writing research manuscripts. Assisting in the preparation and writing of proposals and project reports. Required Application Materials: Cover letter highlighting relevant experience Curriculum Vitae Contact information for three references The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Best Consideration Date: 11/24/2025 Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website. Department AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular Salary Range $50,500 - $58,000 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link. 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