finished (2019/03/27, finished 2019/11/24, listed until 2019/06/15)| Position ID: | Cornell-Section of Horticulture - Geneva-PD [#13496, WDR-00018352] |
| Position Title: | Postdoctoral Associate |
| Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
| Position Location: | Geneva, New York 14456, United States [map] |
| Subject Area: | Horticulture |
| Appl Deadline: | 2019/05/17 finished (2019/03/27, finished 2019/11/24, listed until 2019/06/15) |
| Position Description: |
Horticulture Section College of Agriculture and Life Sciences School of Integrative Plant Science – Cornell AgriTech Title: Postdoctoral Associate Position Function This position requires a person with strong background and interest in plant breeding/genetics, and a desire to work on both applied and molecular approaches. This individual will join a national team working to apply the latest in molecular mapping technology to locate genes of greatest interest in public grapevine breeding programs. Responsibilities will include aspects of phenotyping important traits in Cornell University grape breeding populations. Individual will also have responsibility for coordinating and managing a complex, national project. Anticipated Division of Time (40%) Phenotyping
traits of viticultural importance, according to applicant’s skills and
interests, and in accordance with goals of interest to project leader. Interact
with mapping technology team to assure processing of data for the discovery of
markers for genes controlling phenotyped traits, and to develop information on
candidate loci. (30%) Organization and
communication with project participants; Arrange meetings, facilitate
inter-group communications. Organize
annual project meeting. (20%) Gathering information
and assembling reports (5%) Interaction
with project leaders and other project participants (Cornell U. and USDA-ARS,
as well as research project members across the United States.) (5%) Other duties
and special projects as assigned. Requirements
Supervision Exercised
At present, there are no plans for supervision of technical
staff and/or students. However, it will
be important to work together with other technical staff and students involved
in the project. There are possibilities
to supervise temporary support personnel and/or summer student interns. How to Apply Employment Assistance: If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Department of Inclusion and Workforce Diversity at voice (607) 255-3976, fax (607) 255-7481, or email at owdi@cornell.edu. For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting. Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. |
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