Postdoctoral Scholar - Root Crop Physiology
Penn State UniversityFerguson Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted September 17, 2025
Full Time
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Job Description
The Root and Tuber Crop Lab (RTC Lab) in the Department of Plant Science at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar position focused on investigating root system architecture (RSA), root anatomy, carbon allocation, and sink–source dynamics in sweetpotato under nutrient-limited, drought, and heat-stressed environments.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Plant Science, Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Biology, or related discipline.
- Expertise in root system architecture, plant physiology, or root phenotyping.
- Strong background in carbon allocation, plant–soil interactions, and/or nutrient-use efficiency.
- Proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals and strong scientific communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team.
Benefits
- Competitive, with full Penn State benefits.
