THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ANNOUNCEMENT NO: RA-04-085L

POSITION: Research Plant Pathologist

LOCATION: Ft. Pierce, FL

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: This position is located in the Subtropical Plant Pathology Unit. The purpose of the position is to extend the studies on plant-pathogen interactions and epidemiological aimed at developing improved control strategies. The incumbent will be responsible for planning and executing research experiments designed to provide information on various citrus plant pathosystems, in particular citrus canker and other bacterial pathogen survival. The results of findings from the experiments will be published in manuscripts and technical reports.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in plant pathology is required. A strong background in epidemiology and statistics required. Experience with electronics and computer programming in C++ and/or Visual Basic is desirable.

FOR INFORMATION ON SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, SALARY, BENEFITS, OR APPLICATION FORMS, CONTACT:

Catherine Walker
Human Resources Specialist
USDA/ARS/Human Resources Division
5601 Sunnyside Avenue
Beltsville, MD 20705-5105
Phone: 301-504-1516
Fax: 301-504-1536

FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION ON THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION OR TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION, CONTACT:

Dr. T. Gottwald USDA/ARS
Subtropical Plant Pathology Research
2001 South Rock Road
Ft. Pierce, Florida 34945
Phone: 772-462-5883
Email: tgottwald@ushrl.ars.usda.gov