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Posting Information
Posting Number
PG194760EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Research Associate
Anticipated Hiring Range
$60,000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
Entomology and Plant Pathology
About the Department
As part of the Land Grant University, the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University is composed of over 40 faculty that direct a varied portfolio of programs in teaching, research, and extension. Collectively, these strengths not only serve our clientele and our science but also provide a rich environment for graduate education and training that can be tailored to the specific career interests of the student, irrespective of whether they prefer training in the basic sciences or are preparing for a career in extension. Our education and research programs provide graduate and undergraduate students with unique hands-on learning opportunities using the latest technologies. Entomology and Plant Pathology houses the Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, the Larry Grand Mycological Herbarium, Micropropagation and Repository Unit, Structural Pest Management Training Facility, an Insect Museum with 1.9 million vouchered insects, and the Center for Integrated Fungal Research. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences houses 12 Academic departments with 294faculty, 2,891 undergraduate students and 899 graduate students. The College is home to 18 research stations strategically located across the state that enhances our interactions with our farmers, stakeholders, and industry partners.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
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Essential Job Duties
The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology seeks a highly motivated Research Associate to support multidisciplinary research programs focused on plant pathology, substrate microbiology, pathogen biology, molecular diagnostics, microbial ecology, and genomics in horticultural production systems. The successful candidate will contribute to integrated research projects investigating how wood- based substrates influence soilborne disease suppression, microbial community dynamics, and biological control efficacy in greenhouse and protected production systems. The candidate may also contribute to applied plant pathology research and collaborative activities with specialty crop breeding programs as project needs dictate.
This position provides an opportunity to work within collaborative research teams across horticulture, plant pathology, and molecular biology, while contributing to innovative approaches to sustainable disease management in specialty crop production systems.
Primary Responsibilities
Independently supports, develops, designs, or executes moderately complex research activities to evaluate how wood processing methods, substrate manufacturing approaches, and preconditioning treatments influence disease development and pathogen suppression.
Investigate interactions among substrate composition, physicochemical properties, soilborne pathogens, microbial communities, and biological control organisms to identify mechanisms influencing disease suppression, crop health, and biological control performance.
Conduct pathogen inoculations, disease assessments, microbial isolation, and experimental evaluations of disease progression under greenhouse conditions.
Characterize microbial community dynamics associated with substrate composition and disease suppressiveness using molecular and sequencing-based approaches.
Participate in the development and refinement of research methodologies, experimental protocols, and approaches to improve research quality and efficiency.
Conduct plant disease assessments; isolate and characterize plant pathogens; and support host resistance evaluations and collaborations involving specialty crop breeding programs.
Other Responsibilities
Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical, bioinformatic, and computational approaches.
Maintain detailed experimental records, databases, and project documentation.
Contributes to publications, reports, and draft manuscripts; presents research findings at scientific conferences, stakeholder meetings, workshops, and professional events.
Collaborate effectively with faculty members, graduate students, technicians, extension personnel, and external collaborators.
Support ongoing grant activities and contribute to the development of future research proposals and funding initiatives.
Assist with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students involved in research activities.
May serve as co-investigator on a funded research project or may participate in writing grant proposals or the facilitation of the grant writing process.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Horticultural Science, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology, Microbial Ecology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, Plant Breeding, or closely related discipline, or a Bachelor’s degree with a least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
The ideal candidate would have experience in investigating interactions between microbes in soil or plant systems.
The ideal candidate will also have experience using bioinformatics tools in high-performance computing environments.
Other Required Qualifications
General knowledge of soil and environmental science
Ability to clearly and concisely present scientific data both orally and in writing
Ability to design experiments, conduct independent research, and lead the preparation of manuscripts
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within collaborative teams
Strong organizational and project management skills
Capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to communicate complex scientific findings to audiences, including researchers, growers, and stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Horticultural Science, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology, Microbial Ecology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, Plant Breeding, or closely related discipline
Experience working with plant pathogens, biological control organisms, or disease management systems
Familiarity with statistical software, bioinformatics pipelines, and computational analyses used in microbial ecology studies
Soilborne pathogen ecology and disease management
Agricultural microbiome research
Metagenomics, or multi-omics approaches
Soil health assessments and biological indicators
Experimental design and advanced statistical analyses
Specialty crop production systems and sustainable agriculture
Publication record demonstrating research productivity in relevant disciplines
Evidence of scientific productivity through peer-reviewed publications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
NC Driver’s License
Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
07/17/2026
Anticipated Close Date
Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Materials: Applicants should submit:
Cover letter describing research interests and qualifications
Curriculum vitae
Statement of research experience and future goals
Contact information for three professional references
Position Details
Position Number
00112196
Position Type
EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID
111801 - Entomology and Plant Pathology
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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The minimum salary is $60K and the max salary is $60K.
$60K/yr (Employer provided)
Raleigh, NC
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