biologically based pest management PostDoc positions and fellowships

The Postdoctoral Associate in Seed Biology and Technology at Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will conduct research on seed-applied, non-neonicotinoid protection strategies targeting early-season crop pests such as Delia spp. in New York cropping systems. The role involves designing and executing laboratory, greenhouse, controlled-environment, and field experiments to evaluate seed coating integrity, delivery of plant defense signaling compounds, and interactions with seed pathogens and early-season pest pressure under cold soil conditions. The associate will contribute to developing seed treatment compatibility guidelines and biologically based pest management approaches aligned with New York State IPM priorities and the phase-out of neonicotinoid seed treatments.

The Postdoctoral Associate in Seed Biology and Technology at Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will conduct research on seed-applied, non-neonicotinoid protection strategies targeting early-season crop pests such as Delia spp. in New York cropping systems. The role involves designing and executing laboratory, greenhouse, controlled-environment, and field experiments to evaluate seed coating integrity, delivery of plant defense signaling compounds, and interactions with seed pathogens and pest pressure under cold soil conditions, contributing to biologically based IPM solutions.

This postdoctoral associate position at Cornell University’s Department of Horticulture focuses on developing and evaluating non‑neonicotinoid seed‑applied protection strategies for early‑season pests in New York cropping systems. The role involves laboratory, greenhouse, controlled‑environment, and field experiments, seed coating formulation, data analysis, manuscript preparation, mentoring of undergraduate assistants, and stakeholder engagement. A Ph.D. in a related field is required, and the position offers an annual salary of $63,480.

This postdoctoral position at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Alnarp focuses on investigating whether plant pathogens such as Botrytis cinerea and Phytophthora infestans can evolve resistance or tolerance to microbial biocontrol agents like Aureobasidium pullulans and Pythium oligandrum. The role combines molecular, biochemical, microbiological, greenhouse, and small‑scale field experiments to study immune reactions and evolutionary responses under selection by biocontrol agents. The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, publish results, present at conferences, apply for grants, and supervise bachelor or master students.

This Junior Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Portuguese Institute of Oncology Francisco Gentil in Lisbon focuses on science management within the iNOVA4Health Research Unit. The role involves disseminating funding opportunities, supporting preparation and submission of grant applications, reviewing contracts, managing financial reports, and monitoring scientific activity through KPIs and quality management. Candidates must hold a PhD in Health Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or related fields, with at least one year of experience in research or science/technology project management and Good Clinical Practice certification.

The Postdoctoral Associate position at the University of Miami’s Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) supports NOAA’s Southeast Fisheries Science Center in conducting ecosystem‑based fishery management for the Gulf of America, South Atlantic, and Caribbean regions. The role involves analyzing complex oceanographic and fisheries data, developing statistical models, simulating environmental impacts, and creating decision‑support tools for U.S. fishery managers. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in marine sciences or a related field and possess strong programming skills in R, Python, MATLAB, and experience with Git/GitHub version control.

This PhD position at ETH Zurich focuses on developing synthetic biology-inspired human therapies through engineering human cells using synthetic gene circuits and biosensing platforms. The research targets cancer, metabolic, neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and infectious diseases, aiming to create programmable cellular implants for therapeutic applications.

The USDA-ARS Postdoctoral Fellow in Postharvest Pathology position focuses on researching postharvest disease management and quality of fresh fruits, specifically examining table grape breeding lines' susceptibility to gray mold caused by Botrytis cinerea. The fellow will develop and conduct scalable, high-throughput phenotyping methods to assess disease susceptibility and evaluate preharvest and postharvest treatments aimed at controlling postharvest diseases. This opportunity provides hands‑on experience in applied research, sample management, and collaborative work within the Agricultural Research Service’s San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center in Parlier, California. The fellowship includes a competitive annual stipend of $75,000, professional mentorship, and access to ORISE resources, supporting the fellow’s growth as an independent researcher in plant pathology and postharvest science.

This two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in Umeå focuses on biological nitrogen fixation in boreal forests, examining activity in soil, deadwood, and mosses through field and greenhouse experiments using stable isotope labeling and DNA-based methods. The fellow will investigate interactions among diazotrophs, fungi, and plants, supervised by Dr. Stefan Hupperts and Prof. Michael Gundale, and will receive a tax-free stipend of 30,000 SEK per month funded by the Kempe Foundation.

This PhD project at the University of Dundee aims to develop nanobody-based tools to study plant parasite effector proteins during host interactions. The student will screen nanobodies, create assays, and use confocal microscopy to analyze effector delivery and localization. Supervised by Dr. Jorunn Bos and Prof. Paul Birch, candidates require a relevant Honours/Master's degree in plant sciences or a related field.

This postdoctoral fellowship at the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Gainesville, Florida focuses on identifying genes and metabolites associated with resistance against pathogens and insect pests in sweetcorn and maize. The position involves designing experiments, analyzing biological and chemical data, and disseminating findings in peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidate will receive a monthly stipend and contribute to developing new methods for controlling agricultural pests and diseases.

The Biomedical Postdoctoral Associate – Research/Teaching position is a one-year fellowship offered through the NIH-IRACDA program at Stony Brook University, combining mentored biomedical research with teaching training at a Predominantly Undergraduate Institution. Candidates must hold a recent PhD in a biological/biomedical STEM field, be US citizens or permanent residents, and have less than two years post‑doctoral experience. The role involves conducting experiments, data analysis, manuscript and grant preparation, lab maintenance, and participation in professional development workshops focused on pedagogy, mentoring, and career preparation. Successful applicants receive a $65,000 salary, conference and supply allowances, and access to individualized mentoring, with approximately 85% of scholars securing tenured or tenure‑track faculty positions.