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USDA ARS Honey Bee Breeding and Resistance Traits Tech Transfer

USDA ARS Honey Bee Breeding and Resistance Traits Tech Transfer

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and EducationBaton Rouge, LA, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

USDA ARS Honey Bee Breeding and Resistance Traits Tech Transfer opportunity at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). Location : Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The program aims to support breeding and resistance trait development in honey bees at the USDA ARS Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics, and Physiology Research Laboratory in Baton Rouge.

Anticipated start date : September 2025. Appointment length : two years, with potential renewal based on ARS availability of funds and evaluation. The position is full-time.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate on research related to developing marker assisted selection and genomic selection tools to improve mite resistance traits in honey bees.
  • Learn and develop experimental designs, collect and analyze behavioral and molecular data, and interpret and communicate results with lead researchers.
  • Learn advanced molecular techniques, develop and learn novel behavioral assays, and engage in beekeeping husbandry with a team of researchers and technicians.
  • Work with beekeeping and public stakeholders to develop communication skills and participate in scientific and stakeholder conferences and statistical workshops.

Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree in a relevant field, with the degree received within the past five years.
  • Citizenship : U.S. citizens only.
  • Preferred skills : honey bee experience in lab and field, basic molecular lab skills (pipetting, PCR, qPCR), familiarity with animal behavior studies and honey bee disease epidemiology, and experience communicating with stakeholders (e.g., beekeepers).

    • Compensation and Appointment Details

    Stipend range : $72,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year. Appointment length : two years, with possible renewal contingent on ARS funding and approval. Level of participation : full-time.

    Mentor

    Mentor : Michael Simone-Finstrom (michael.simonefinstrom@usda.gov).

    Application Details

  • Complete application, unofficial transcripts or equivalent, current resume / CV including academic and employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
  • Two educational or professional recommendations
  • A copy of an abstract or reprint of an article
  • All documents must be in English or include an official English translation

    • Deadline

    Application Deadline : 11 / 7 / 2025 3 : 00 : 00 PM Eastern Time Zone

    How To Apply

    To submit your application, scroll to the bottom of this opportunity and click APPLY.

    Reference and Contact

    Questions : Please visit the program website or email ORISE.ARS.Southeast@orau.org with the reference code USDA-ARS-SEA-2025-0104.

    Notes : This program is administered by ORAU through ORISE and does not create employee status with USDA, ARS, or DOE. Proof of health insurance is required for participation.

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