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Research: A postdoctoral associate position is available in the Entomology at Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. The research is developing new IPM tools for Arthropod pests (i.e.,  spotted wing drosophila, thrips, moths), and pest slugs. The position will conduct a variety of insect molecular physiology-based approaches to identify bioactive peptides using Receptor interference technology with neuropeptides (i.e., pyrokinin, CAPA, PBAN, diapause, diuretic hormones) and their GPCRs, functional expressions using insect cell lines, molecular and cellular bioassays, and screening. The incumbents include to write peer-reviewed papers, present the results at meetings, and work with a research team conducting basic and applied research, including molecular research on diverse pests. The research will be conducted at the USDA ARS, Corvallis, OR. While participants will not enter into an employment relationship with the ARS, this position requires a pre-employment check and a full background investigation to access the federal facilities.

Qualification: The successful candidate must possess 1) a Ph.D. in entomology or a closely related discipline, 2) substantial training and experience in molecular biology, physiology, and/or biochemistry, 3) demonstrated record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and 4) be expected to work independently.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the expectation of renewal in subsequent years depending upon satisfactory performance, and can be extended for more than five years. The salary and benefits are competitive with qualifications and experience.

To apply: Email a single pdf file to man-yeon.choi@usda.gov, including your CV and contact information for three references to be sent directly to Dr. Man-yeon Choi.