Research Associate at Michigan State University

The Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences invites applications from outstanding candidates for a fixed term Research Associate position in the area of plant microbiome research, mycology and microbiology.

Responsibilities will include: Conducting field work  at the Kellogg Biological Station and/or greenhouse work with plant- or soil- associated microbiomes (fungi and bacteria). Culturing and preservation of fungi, bacteria and oomycetes. Presenting research at professional meetings. Bioinformatic and statistical analyses of field data and publication of research conducted. Mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.