Job Summary: | An individual in this position will collect, analyze and interpret phenotypic, genotypic and environmental data collected across multi-location maize field experiments for the development of prediction models to improve breeding efficiencies.
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. |
Responsibilities: | Provides research expertise to fundamental and applied scientific research and solves problems in research development and applications to support the advancement of research. - 35% Collects and analyzes increasingly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
- 35% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, co-authors publications, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
- 5% Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
- 10% Develops and implements increasingly complex research methodologies, procedures, and criteria
- 5% Reviews and edits protocols to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency
- 10% Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
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Institutional Statement on Diversity: | Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion |
Education: | Required PhD in Crop Genetics and Breeding or related field by the start of the position |
Qualifications: | Required:
Advanced research experience (postdoctoral experience is acceptable) working in the area of quantitative genetics and plant breeding, and genetic research is required by the start of the position - Analysis of complex genotypic and phenotypic data sets - Understanding and application of plant breeding principles - Experience using analytical software R, ASREML or alike |
Work Type: | Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. |
Appointment Type, Duration: | Ongoing/Renewable |
Salary: | Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Salary amount will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf |
Additional Information: | Criminal Background Check may be required
Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required
It is possible that some time may be spent working outdoors in inclement weather.
This position may provide some day to day direction of student hourly employees related to field data collection for projects. |
How to Apply: | Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:
Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience
It is important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. |
Contact: | Julie Rodenberg jjrodenberg@wisc.edu 608-265-4475 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. |