Research Associate
Posted: 7/1/2024
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Expires: 9/29/2024
Job ID: 275397510
Job DescriptionResearch Associate
Available Title(s):
305-YN_FACULTY - Research Associate
Business Title:
Research Associate
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The successful candidate will use a variety of equipment to study the effect of postharvest systems on fruit quality in sweet cherries, apples and pears. To accomplish this, the scientist will be expected to use a variety techniques including controlled atmosphere storage, crop protectants, fruit biochemistry, fruit quality, microscopy, and non-destructive techniques such as hyperspectral imaging. Reflectance fingerprinting and data analyses using hyperspectral systems is a key feature of our research strategy. Laboratory findings can be scaled up working with our established industry connections with some of the largest apple and pear storage operations in the country. The hire will be responsible for project management, development and implementation of research plans, and reporting findings in peer reviewed publications and funding agencies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
80% | Research and Informal instruction
• Data collection, processing and analysis
• Continual review of related scientific literature
• Assisting faculty researchers and other collaborators, or acting independently, in planning and designing research experiments; establishing priorities and recommending schedules, time tables and costs.
• Presenting project results to internal and external parties.
• Developing, performing, and/or monitoring sampling, storage, and extraction procedures for plant metabolic analysis.
• Operating specialized scientific equipment.
• Performing statistical analyses, including selecting the appropriate analysis procedure, setting up data for analysis, judging validity and reliability of data, designing and writing programs to perform analyses, and producing written reports on the result of the analyses.
• Effectively using available technology to facilitate the success of the project.
• Liaison with other WSU departments and USDA-ARS units, scientific and industry collaborators, and others to ensure success of projects.
• Engaging in fieldwork and writing of peer reviewed publications and reports.
15% | Service
• Participate in college and university committees; evaluate research proposals and grants
5% | Other Duties as Assigned
• Miscellaneous duties related to the Departmental, College and University missions;
• Participation in faculty meetings.
Work Conditions:
• Work conditions will be split between the field and the lab. The candidate may be required to work outside in extreme heat conditions for short periods of time.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Plant Sciences or related field
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to interact with large groups and individuals at all work levels;
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and desire to promote diversity;
• Have, or be able to obtain at time of hire, valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience in postharvest systems of temperate fruit crops, preferably sweet cherries, apples and pears
• Demonstrated experience in spectroscopy and non-destructive techniques in fruit systems
Additional Information:
Area/College:
https://cahnrs.wsu.edu
Department Name:
Wenatchee Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center
City, State, Zip:
Wenatchee, WA, 98801
Department Link:
https://tfrec.cahnrs.wsu.edu/postharvest-systems/
Annual Salary:
$60,000.00
I n accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf
Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/
Overtime Eligibility:
Overtime Eligible
FTE:
100%
Temporary End Date:
This is a temporary position expected to end on September 14, 2026. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by July 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.
External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Required Documents:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or https://hrs@wsu.edu/
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5357416
Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
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Job Summary
Company Details
- Company
- Washington State University
- Industry
- Educational Support Services
Job Information
- Location
- Pullman, WA
- Website
- https://wsu.edu/
- Job Type
- Full Time Employee
- Job Position
- 1 Position(s) Open
- Salary/Wage
- $60,000.00 - $60,000.00 /year
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Duration
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Over 150 Days
Additional Information
- Federal Contractor
- No
- Affirmative Action Plan
- No
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