Post-Doctoral Associate-Ad-Nankar 2

Posting Number: G/R32321P Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate-Ad-Nankar 2 Department: CAES-Horticulture About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. Employment Type: Employee Anticipated Start Date: 04/01/2026 Posting Date: 02/27/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on click.appcast.io). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at Responsibilities Field – Lead onion pre-breeding and breeding research to generate segregating populations and identify promising center rot resistance lines adapted to short-day environments. (50%) Greenhouse – Lead disease screening against center rot; assist internal collaborators with genome-edited mutant screening against center rot. (10%) Laboratory – Assist in post-harvest bulb quality analysis, lead marker-assisted selection, and genomic selection activities related to QTL mapping. (15%) Prepare peer-reviewed publications, participate in grant proposal preparation, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and seasonal workers in lab, greenhouse, and field setup. (15%) Assigned tasks in other related vegetable breeding projects. (10%) Position Summary Lead onion breeding and pre-breeding research in a start-up setting. Demonstrated knowledge of onion breeding methods, designing breeding blocks, and setting up pre-breeding experiments. Handle and operate molecular biology and high-throughput phenotyping equipment and tools. Understand statistical and biometrics principles for breeding research. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Interest in collaborative research and working in a multicultural team. Education & Experience PhD in Plant Breeding or equivalent topic. Prior experience in onion breeding is needed; preferred experience in disease resistance screening, genomic selection, and wet lab research. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies Proficiency in scripting using Python or R. Prior experience setting up cages for onion breeding crosses, ensuring timely crosses, collecting phenotypic data, and analyzing breeding data. Ability to analyze and interpret metabolomics and transcriptomics data. Ability to utilize genomic selection to identify novel QTLs from biparental mapping populations. Physical Demands Highly dedicated team member required for a start-up breeding program with demanding workload. Must be a go-getter ready to take on challenges and complete assigned tasks. Peak season involves weekend and long hours of work. Driving motor vehicles as needed for job duties. Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and if applicable a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may also be required for high-risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website for details. Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Amol Nankar Recruitment Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr