- General Description of the Position
This position is 100% Grant Funded
A strong background in bioinformatics (especially small RNA analysis), and experience in molecular biology, molecular plant virology and or plant genetic engineering.
- Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The following are the essential functions essential to performing this job:
- Participate in experimental design, implementation and evaluation
- Participate in data collection and statistical analyses of data, write and present findings
- Write comprehensive progress reports and final reports on completion of the project
- Participate in writing manuscripts for publication and/or presentation at professional meetings
The Individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:
- Ability to work successfully with diverse student and faculty
- Ability to work independently with very little supervision
- Ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Qualification Standards
Ph.D. level research work in at least one of these areas
- Performance Standards & EEO Statement
The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Data collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation
- Demonstrated commitment to and proficiency in research, teaching, and service as discussed with the PI upon hire
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in RNA interference (RNAi) and bioinformatics analyses of small RNA transcriptomes.
Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.
EEO Statement
Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.
Equal opportunity employer/program'' and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''.