Postdoctoral Associate AD

University of Georgia

United States, Georgia, Athens

May 12, 2024

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number	G/R02385P
Working Title	Postdoctoral Associate AD
Department	CAES-Plant Pathology
About the University of Georgia	Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type	Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date	07/01/2019
Posting Date	04/29/2019
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EOO Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Develop assays for the rapid molecular detection of azole-resistant strains of Aspergillus fumigatus in environmental samples and monitor antifungal resistance of human pathogens in agricultural environments.
Percentage of time	75

Duties/Responsibilities	Communicate regularly with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the project.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Present results to the scientific community and for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Train graduate students, undergraduate students, and other researchers in the lab on methods and techniques as needed.
Percentage of time	5