Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term East Lansing, Michigan, United States Plant Soil And Microbial Sciences 40000781 Area of Interest: Agriculture Area of Interest: Education/Training Area of Interest: Research/Scientific Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff Union/Non-Union: Non-Union Faculty/Academic Staff Opening on: Sep 9 2026 Closing at: Sep 9 2028 - 23:55 EDT Salary Commensurate
with Experience College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources 1164974 Position Summary The Wang Laboratory at Michigan State University is seeking a highly motivated and technically accomplished Postdoctoral Scholar to drive cutting-edge research in soybean genetics and breeding. The successful candidate will apply multi-faceted approaches, causal variant discovery, and molecular breeding tools to advance understanding of
host plant resistance in soybean towards white mold resistance and play significant role in soybean breeding program. This is a full-time position embedded in one of the nation's premier soybean genetics programs, offering opportunities for collaborative research, grant co-development, and scientific leadership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: White Mold Resistance Genetics & Genomics Design and execute large-scale genetic and
genomic studies to identify loci associated with white mold (Sclerotinia sclerotiorum) resistance in soybean using genome-wide association studies (GWAS), quantitative trait locus (QTL) mapping, linkage analysis, and genomic prediction approaches. Evaluate diverse soybean germplasm, breeding populations, and advanced breeding lines under greenhouse and field conditions to identify novel sources of white mold
resistance. Characterize candidate genes, structural genomic variants, and genomic regions contributing to physiological and genetic resistance to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. Integrate phenotypic, genotypic, and environmental data to elucidate the genetic architecture and molecular mechanisms underlying white mold resistance. Conduct population genetics and diversity analyses to identify favorable alleles and breeding
signatures for disease resistance across diverse soybean germplasm. Identify promising resistant soybean lines for release or use as parents for future crosses Soybean Breeding Program Support (Field & Greenhouse) Actively contribute to the Michigan State University Soybean Breeding and Genetics Program by supporting year-round field, greenhouse, and laboratory breeding operations. Assist with the development,
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