Associate in Research Position in Horticultural Genomics and Biotechnology lab at WSU A position for an Associate in Research position is available immediately in the Horticultural Genomics and Biotechnology laboratory at Washington State University. The incumbent will be self-motivated, proactive and a creative individual who can synthesize basic and applied approaches in plant biology research. Our program is sequencing the apple genome and uses high-throughput next-generation genomics platforms to resolve biological questions in horticultural crops grouped in Rosaceae and in grapes. The successful candidate will assist the PI in managing the laboratory, and perform research in various areas related to genomics, genetics, transcriptomics, computational biology and biotechnology. The person will be expected to participate in the laboratory's outreach activities. Excellent organizational and communication skills are required. In addition, computer skills for biological data analysis will be considered favorable. Familiarity with next-generation sequencing technologies will be advantageous. The person is expected to work with an interdisciplinary team and demonstrated ability to interact and work collaboratively with others will be considered favorably. The selected candidate is expected to design and conduct experiments independently, and to help in graduate, undergraduate student training. A MS in plant biology field is required. A Ph.D. in Plant Sciences or related discipline is preferred. A candidate with BS may be considered only if they have over 7 years of experience in a similar position. Good publication record is an advantage. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Additional information on horticultural genomics and biotechnology program can be found at www.genomics.wsu.edu http://www.genomics.wsu.edu/ . Please email your application along with detailed curriculum vitae to Dr. Amit Dhingra (Email: adhingra@wsu.edu). Also arrange for three letters of reference to be emailed directly to Dr. Dhingra. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. AA\EEO\ADA