Postdoctoral Research Scholar - DEPP

We seek a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Scholar to conduct research in nematode genomics and molecular plant-nematode interactions. The position will focus on both basic and translational research aimed at understanding root-knot nematode (RKN) virulence, host adaptation, and mechanisms associated with resistance breaking in crops.

The major focus of the project will be characterizing virulence-associated genes in M. enterolobii and investigating their interactions with crop hosts, including sweet potato. Additional projects will involve the integration of multi-omics datasets to better understand RKN-hosts interactions.

The postdoc scholar will lead both laboratory experiments and computational analyses. The work will combine molecular biology, nematology, genomics, bioinformatics, and comparative transcriptomics. Depending on research interests and project needs, the successful candidate may also contribute to functional characterization of candidate nematode genes and host- resistant associated genes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with collaborators at NC State University and other institutions

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