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Postdoc Scholar: Management of Cotton Pest & Invasive Pest of Tomatoes / Grettenberger Lab
University of California Davis
Postdoc Scholar: Management of Cotton Pest & Invasive Pest of Tomatoes / Grettenberger Lab
University of California Davis
 Postdoc Scholar: Management of Cotton Pest & Invasive Pest of Tomatoes / Grettenberger Lab We are recruiting for a postdoctoral scientist position at the University of California Davis to work in the Grettenberger lab (field and vegetable crop entomology IPM). This postdoctoral scientist will be working on a project addressing the management and biology of an invasive pest lepidopteran of tomatoes, Tuta absoluta. The start date will be as soon as possible. The position will be based in Davis, CA with field research conducted off-campus and throughout the Central Valley. The postdoc will work with other UC Davis and off-campus researchers as well as grower and pest control advisor cooperators. They will join a vibrant community addressing research and extension in entomology, agriculture, and ecology with opportunities to develop additional projects. The successful applicant will help implement and lead a project developing tools to manage the South American tomato leafminer, Tuta absoluta, should it be introduced into California. Primary activities will include:
Basic qualifications Additional qualifications Preferred Qualifications Salary and conditions Full-time salary and benefits included. Salary and benefits are consistent with UC Davis policy and commensurate with applicant experience. This position is for 1 year with the possibility of reappointment up to 3 years based on funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applications Applicants should submit their cover letter (discussing research/extension interests, research/extension experience, and interest in/fit for the position), CV, up to three representative publications (optional), and the names (with email addresses) of at least two references using the Apply Now button below as soon as possible, but latest April 19 for full consideration. Applicants are also encouraged to submit a brief (< 1 page) Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Late applications will be accepted until positions are filled. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376. For further information, questions, or to discuss the position, please contact: Ian Grettenberger, Department of Entomology & Nematology, University of California, Davis ([email protected] ) Job location Davis, CA To apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04066 Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3beb3f6623a86548a02b26caf425c1d5
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UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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