Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plant Breeding, Genomics, and Phenomics Appointment Type: Post Doc/Trainee Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to multidisciplinary research and crop improvement programs focused on breeding, genomics, and phenomics. This position offers advanced training and professional development opportunities to prepare the successful candidate for an independent research career in academia, government, or industry. The successful candidate will conduct field, greenhouse, laboratory, and computational research supporting crop breeding and cultivar development efforts. Responsibilities include designing and implementing experiments; collecting and analyzing data related to plant genetics, genomics, phenomics, physiology, pathology, and entomology; supporting breeding activities from planting through harvest and post-harvest seed processing; and applying statistical and quantitative methods to research data. Additional responsibilities include publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to grant proposals and technical reports, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, and participating in collaborative interdisciplinary research projects. The position provides opportunities to gain experience in breeding, genomics, and phenomics while working closely with Dr. Arti Singh and collaborating with researchers across multiple disciplines. Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Agronomy, Breeding, genomics, phenomics or related fields. Preferred Qualifications: Experience publishing scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals relevant to plant breeding, genetics, genomics, phenomics, or related disciplines. Experience conducting field and laboratory experiments in a crop breeding program. Experience working in a mung bean breeding program. FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107). Department/Program & College Description: The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the world’s leading institutions of agriculture, with more than 160 years of leadership in science, education and extension. The college educates future leaders, conducts mission-oriented research and shares new knowledge for the betterment of Iowa and the world. The college is one of eight colleges at Iowa State University, which is one of the most influential land grant universities in the nation. Department Unit/Website: Agronomy | College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: Resume/Curriculum Vitae Letter of Application/Cover Letter Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Proposed Start Date: December 15, 2026 Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: Post Docs Original Posting Date: November 4, 2026 Posting Close Date: November 12, 2026 Job Requisition Number: R20109 Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected]. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications. Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub. By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected]. If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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