Position Summary
The successful applicant will join a team investigating the sustainability of bioenergy cropping systems, and in particular aspects of biotic and abiotic stresses on biomass yield and quality. Field research on the effects of plant disease, drought, and nutrient stress is used to evaluate bioenergy cropping systems and help to improve the sustainable production of lignocellulosic biomass for bioenergy. The position is part of the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, one of four Bioenergy Research Centers funded by the US Department of Energy, with field sites in Michigan and Wisconsin.
Activities will include, but not limited to:
- Compilation and statistical analyses of experimental data
- Interpretation and summation of data, and manuscript writing
- Assisting graduate students with data analyses and thesis preparation
- Assisting with laboratory plant biomass analytical work
- Assisting with field research work
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -An Agronomically Related Science
Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. in an agronomically related science and experience with field-based research. Scientific writing and data analyses skills are required.
Desired Qualifications
Ph.D. in an agronomically related science and experience with field-based research. Scientific writing and data analyses skills are required.
Required Application Materials
Current CV; Cover Letter, and One Published Writing Sample
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible with a starting date commencing in early January 2021.
Review of Applications Begins On
01/04/2021
Website
https://www.glbrc.org/
Department Statement
The Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) is a US. Department of Energy-funded Bioenergy Research Center led by the University of Wisconsin–Madison, with Michigan State University as a primary partner. We are developing sustainable biofuels and bioproducts made from dedicated energy crops grown on marginal lands. Our mission is simple: creating biofuels and bioproducts that are economically viable and environmentally sustainable.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
