University of Nebraska-Lincoln Looking for MPMI Post-Doctoral Research Associate Full Time

The Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is
seeking applications for a highly motivated and enthusiastic post-doctoral research associate. This is a full-time, 12-month (calendar year)
special appointment. The apportionment is 100% research and will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska. This position will be working in the
Kim Lab, investigating the molecular virulence mechanisms of Puccinia sorghi in maize and sorghum plants. The main area of responsibility
will be in the NSF/USDA-funded project on the investigation of molecular and cellular bases of the maize/Puccinia sorghi interaction in
collaboration with researchers at the University of Wyoming and North Carolina State University. The successful candidate will join
research elucidating 1) molecular virulence mechanisms of Puccinia species in maize during the pathogenesis, 2) the role of
calmodulin-related proteins for plant immunity, or 3) the mechanisms of non-host resistance in sorghum/Puccinia sorghi system. Our lab uses
an interdisciplinary approach involving molecular biology, virology, genetics, and bioinformatics to accomplish our research goals.

Research-related activities include keeping up to date on relevant scientific literature, writing manuscripts, presenting the project at
international conferences, and assisting the PI with reports and the writing of grant proposals. This position will also devote time to
mentoring and supervising student researchers. In addition to the above-described duties, the individual will be expected to accept
committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit,
college/division, institute, and/or university level. Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense
of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and the Department of Biochemistry are committed to creating
learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of diversity. Consistent with the University’s N2025 Strategic Plan, we see every
person and every interaction as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission.Required
Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant pathology, plant biology, molecular biology, or genetics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of first-author, peer-reviewed research publications investigating
  plant-microbe interactions, studies on effector biology, and plant immunity.
• Research experience in maize model systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in the protoplast assay, co-IP, yeast two hybrid, and confocal microscopy.
• Experience in
  genomics/transcriptomics/translatomic-based gene discovery.

Review of applications will begin May 18, 2023 and continue until
the position is filled or the search is closed. To view details of the position and create an application, go to https://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_230069. Click “Apply
for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:

1. A letter of interest that describes your
   qualifications for the job, anticipated contributions, and your experience working in diverse teams or groupsand your anticipated
   contributions to creating inclusive environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum). See https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-commitment-to-deib for guidance in writing this
   statement.
2. Your curriculum vitae.
3. Contact information for three professional references.