A Research Associate position (post-doc level preferred, but post-MS
level also welcomed) is available in the Dept. of Plant and
Environmental Protection Sciences, University of Hawaii at Manoa. The
successful applicant will mainly work on a research project exploring
biological and chemical methods to control a new invasive pest,
coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), in Hawaii. Research will include
both lab and field components. The successful applicant will work in
Dr. Zhiqiang Cheng's lab (PI), and will have close interaction with
several other faculty members who are involved with CRB research. The
successful applicant will also assist PI with supervising graduate
and undergraduate students, and other activities.
Candidates should have PhD or MS in Entomology, or other closely
related field. Experience with biological control of insect pests
using entomopathogenic nematodes, Beauveria bassiana, etc. is highly
desirable. Being able to drive a car is a plus because there will be
field trips/trials in this project.
The initial appointment will be for a period of one year, with
possible extension contingent on funding and performance. The salary
is $39,000/year, plus full University of Hawaii benefits.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled. Expected start date is as soon as possible
thereafter, and could be as early as August 2015.
Interested candidates please submit items below to Dr. Zhiqiang Cheng
at <mailto:[email protected]>[email protected]
- a cover letter stating research interests and accomplishments,
- CV, and academic transcripts (unofficial okay initially),
- copies of two relevant publications,
- contact info of three references.
Please feel free to email Dr. Cheng with questions regarding this position.
Sincerely,
Zhiqiang Cheng, Ph.D.
Assistant Extension Specialist (Turfgrass and Landscape Pest Management)
Dept. of Plant and Environmental Protection Sciences, CTAHR
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI 96822
<mailto:[email protected]>[email protected]
