Research Scientist - (McClean)

Position Description & Details:

North Dakota State University’s Department of Plant Sciences invites applications for a Research Scientist position to assist the dry bean genomics and genetics program lead in developing and applying genomic tools and genetic resources for basic and applied research for dry bean improvement. The successful candidate will design, implement, and analyze experiments in the laboratory and greenhouse in association with the dry bean genomics/genetics program. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and utilizing appropriate procedures to allow successful completions of the experiment; data analysis using appropriate genetic, genomic, and phenotypic statistical procedures; safely storing all genetic, genomic, and phenotypic data, summarizing research results in professional meetings and scientific publications. Additionally, the candidate will assist with grant preparation and provide research results for reports. Duties include supervising and training researchers in the laboratory and the department and performing other duties of a scientific nature. Duties will require coordination with the head of the bean genomics/genetics program, technical staff, graduate students, other members of the program, other researchers in the department, and researchers at collaborating institutions.

Advertised Salary: $80,000

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D.) from an accredited institution in Plant Sciences/Agronomy or closely related discipline.
• Five or more years of crop research utilizing genetic and genomic research tools.
• Two years or more years of experience performing genetic and genomic research on dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris).
• Experience utilizing genomics and genetics software.
• Demonstrated publication record in refereed scientific journals.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with others in a multicultural environment.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing and phenotyping genetic mapping populations, and genotyping populations using SNP technology.
• Working knowledge of utilizing R programming language packages.
• Experience using tools to analyze DNA sequencing data.
• Experience using population genomics software.

Applicant Materials Required:

Applicants must submit: 1) a cover letter discussing how the stated qualifications are met; 2) a detailed curriculum vitae; 3) a list of publications; 4) contact information (i.e., names, phone numbers, institutional addresses, and email addresses) of three current references from the most recent positions held.

Screening will begin: May 1, 2024

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package with includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

We collectively acknowledge that NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands. We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations. We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region. (see www.ndsu.edu/inclusioncouncil/native_american_initiatives/).

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the entire state. NDSU has been listed in the Top 100 public research universities in the United States for research and development in agricultural sciences, psychology and social sciences, based on reported research expenditures.

NDSU is an exciting place to work offering a stimulating and diverse environment richly populated with people pursuing life-long learning and personal growth. Employees often attend on-campus cultural events, lectures, athletic events and enjoy walks through our beautiful campus.

NDSU employs over 6000 full-time and part-time employees across the state, making it the second largest employer in the community. NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com’s top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.

NDSU offers a wide array of professional opportunities including faculty, executive, managerial, professional, technical, paraprofessional, office support, servers and crafts/trades. Like a small city, NDSU operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Full time employees are offered a superb benefit package to include 100% company paid health insurance premiums and tuition assistance for employees and immediate family members. All of us at NDSU play an important role in serving our students and public constituencies. We encourage motivated and talented team members that thrive in a higher-ed environment to join our university!

Mission

With energy and momentum, North Dakota State University addresses the needs and aspirations of people in a changing world by building on our land-grant foundation.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.