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Our strengths are in applied plant pathology, microbiology, biosecurity, disease diagnosis, management, host-parasite resistance genetics, pathogen and microbe genetics and genomics, genomics and biotechnology. This individual will assist with research experiments, growing and maintaining plants in the growth chamber, contribute to the daily operation of the laboratory, and help training and supporting students.

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The Department of Plant Pathology at Kansas State University is seeking a Research Assistant in the Nouri lab to support research activities focused on plant viruses.<h2><strong>About This Role</strong></h2><p>The Department of Plant Pathology at Kansas State University is seeking a Research Assistant in the Nouri lab to support research activities focused on plant viruses. This individual will assist with research experiments, growing and maintaining plants in the growth chamber, contribute to the daily operation of the laboratory, and help training and supporting students. <br/><br/>Responsibilities:<br/>• Assisting PI with experiments in the lab. Collecting and analyzing data, running experiments and conducting literature research.<br/>• Growing and maintaining plants in the growth chamber.<br/>• Contribute to the daily operation of the laboratory.<br/>• Collaborate effectively with team members and assist in training students as needed.</p><h2><strong>About Us</strong></h2><p>The Department of Plant Pathology at Kansas State University comprises a large and varying group of scientists with excellent reputations in research, teaching, and extension. Our strengths are in applied plant pathology, microbiology, biosecurity, disease diagnosis, management, host-parasite resistance genetics, pathogen and microbe genetics and genomics, genomics and biotechnology. To learn more, https://www.plantpath.k-state.edu/.<br/><br/>Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, KS, in the scenic tallgrass prairies of the Flint Hills of NE Kansas. Manhattan is 125 miles west of Kansas City and 50 miles west of Topeka. Kansas State University is the nation’s first land-grant institution and currently enrolls ~24,000 students. Check the local Convention & Visitors Bureau website (http://www.manhattancvb.org/) for more information.</p><h2><strong>Worksite Description</strong></h2><p>This position is <strong>On-site</strong>. Position is located on the Manhattan campus.</p><p>All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.</p><h2><strong>What You'll Need to Succeed</strong></h2><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Requires a bachelor's degree. <br/><br/>Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager. The degree requirement ensures candidates possess the advanced theoretical knowledge, highly specialized methodologies, and critical problem-solving skills fundamental to this work. These competencies are typically developed and rigorously validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and intensive experiential experience inherent in a formal degree program.</li></ul><p/><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><p>• Master's degree in plant pathology, biology, microbiology or closely related fields.<br/>• Two years of lab experience.<br/>• Prior experience with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning.<br/>• Previous experience with plants is desirable. <br/>• Demonstrated organizational skills.<br/>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br/>• Ability to collaborate in a team environment.</p><p><strong>Sponsorship eligibility:</strong></p><p>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship</p><h2><strong>How to Apply</strong></h2><p>Please submit the following documents:</p><ul><li>Cover letter describing relevant experience, research interests, and career goals.</li><li>Current curriculum vitae (CV).</li><li>Names, phone number and email for two professional references.</li></ul><h2><strong>Application Window</strong></h2><p>Applications close on: June 1, 2026</p><h2><strong>Anticipated Hiring Pay Range</strong></h2><p>$20.00 - $23.00 ($41,600 - $47,840)</p><p/><p/>

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Research Assistant

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Botany

Cloning

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Data Collection

Disease Prevention and Control

Genetics

Genomics

Laboratory

Laboratory Operations

Medical Diagnosis

Microbiology

Molecular Biology

Organizational Skills

Pathogens

Plant Pathology

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Research Laboratory

Research Skills

State Laws and Regulations

Team Player

Training/Teaching

Viruses

Writing Skills

The Kansas State University Department of Grain and Food Science is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral position focused on food products and dietary components and their effects on the gut microbiome and microbiota-derived metabolites. The department is committed to providing high-quality education, advancing innovation in grain and food science research, and building strong industry partnerships to meet the evolving needs of global food systems.

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The Kansas State University Department of Grain and Food Science is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral position focused on food products and dietary components and their effects on the gut microbiome and microbiota-derived metabolites. We welcome candidates with a strong interest in research related to the interactions between diet, food systems, and gut health.<h2><strong>About This Role</strong></h2><p>The successful candidate will conduct laboratory research investigating the effects of food products and dietary components on the gut microbiome and microbiota-derived metabolites. The research will primarily utilize anaerobic in vitro fermentation systems, with potential opportunities to participate in clinical research activities.</p><h2><strong>About Us</strong></h2><p>The department is committed to providing high-quality education, advancing innovation in grain and food science research, and building strong industry partnerships to meet the evolving needs of global food systems.<br/><br/>Our faculty includes several current and former Grain and Food Science members who are ranked among the world’s top 2% of researchers in a 2020 Stanford University study.<br/><br/>For more than 110 years, Kansas State University has been a global leader in flour milling and industry-focused education. Since 1951, it has remained one of the few institutions worldwide to offer four-year bachelor’s degrees in Bakery Science and Management, Feed and Pet Food Science, Food Science, and Milling Science and Management.<br/><br/>Our internationally recognized graduate program also provides a wide range of opportunities for both applied and fundamental research, leading to master’s and doctoral degrees in grain science, food science, and related fields.</p><h2><strong>Worksite Description</strong></h2><p>This position is <strong>On-site</strong>.</p><p>All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.</p><h2><strong>What You'll Need to Succeed</strong></h2><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Doctoral degree. The degree requirement is necessary to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.<br/><br/></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Food Science, Nutritional Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related field<br/>• Experience with anaerobic microbiology techniques and in vitro fermentation systems<br/>• Experience in microbiome research and preparation of samples for omics-based analyses<br/>• Strong written and verbal communication skills<br/>• Experience with continuous fermentation systems and gut model platforms<br/>• Familiarity with metagenomics, metabolomics, and/or metaproteomics workflows<br/>• Publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals<br/>• Experience in multidisciplinary or industry-funded research</li></ul><p><strong>Sponsorship eligibility:</strong></p><p>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship</p><h2><strong>How to Apply</strong></h2><p>Please submit the following documents:</p><p>1. Cover Letter<br/>2. Resume or CV<br/>3. Contact information for three professional references</p><h2><strong>Application Window</strong></h2><p>Applications close on: June 14, 2026</p><h2><strong>Anticipated Hiring Pay Range</strong></h2><p>$ 47,476 - $60,000 annual salary</p><p/><p/>

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