Postdoctoral Fellowship in Fungal Genomics: The Department of Plant Pathology at Kansas State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct innovative research in fungal genomics and evolution, focusing on effector regulation, mutation rates, and epigenomic control of mobile DNA in fungi.
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Fungal Genomics and Evolution
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow (Term Position)
Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Fungal Genomics and Evolution |
| Location | Manhattan, Kansas, United States |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Molecular Biology, Genomics, or related field |
| Application Deadline | September 15, 2025 |
| Anticipated Salary | $56,000 – $59,000 |
Research Area
Research will encompass:
- Effector regulation in fungi
- Mutation rates
- Epigenomic control of mobile DNA
Location
Manhattan, Kansas, in the scenic tallgrass prairies of the Flint Hills.
Eligibility/Qualification
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in molecular biology of plants or fungi, genomics, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with molecular techniques to characterize cellular or organismal phenotypes.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in genomic library preparation.
- Background working with filamentous fungi.
- Proficiency in command line bioinformatic analysis.
- Familiarity with transcriptional regulation or epigenomics.
Job Description
The selected candidate will complete federally funded research as part of a project titled “The role of heterochromatin in regulating fungal infection and evolution.” The position will require collaboration within a team-focused environment utilizing both lab and computational methods.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact Information for three professional references
Last Date to Apply
September 15, 2025
For more information or to apply, please visit the Kansas State University Department of Plant Pathology website.
