Position Summary This position will use advanced metabolic flux analysis, physiological, and biochemical approaches to study the metabolism of plants during growth-defense trade-offs. This position will be based in the lab of Berkley Walker but be co-advised with Gregg Howe. The postdoc will use our unique isotope labeling approach and gas exchange instruments to investigate metabolic fluxes during growth-defense transitions. This position is ideal for an individual with a background in plant-insect interactions and a desire to gain experience in central metabolism and photosynthesis, or visa-versa. The project will be performed in the MSU-DOE Plant Research Laboratory starting March 1st for an initial one-year appointment, with possibility of extensions. Equ