POSTDOC IN FUNGAL ECOLOGY AND EPIDEMIOLOGY

[Harald Scherm]

POSTDOC IN FRUIT PATHOLOGY AND EPIDEMIOLOGY
A postdoctoral position is available in the Fruit Pathology Lab in the 
Department of Plant Pathology, University of Georgia, Athens. The incumbent 
will conduct research on epidemiology and integrated management of mummy berry 
disease of rabbiteye blueberry (causal agent: Monilinia vaccinii-corymbosi). A 
Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or a related discipline, a strong background in 
epidemiology and statistics, and an interest in studying fungal ecology on the 
field level are required. Must have excellent communication skills in oral and 
written English. The position requires frequent travel to field sites in south 
Georgia. The position is funded for two years and carries standard university 
benefits. Submit application (cover letter, reprints, statement of research 
interests, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names and addresses of four 
references) to: Dr. Harald Scherm, Department of Plant Pathology, University 
of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 (phone: 706/542-1258; Fax: 706/542-1262; E-mail: 
scherm at uga.edu). Starting date: summer or fall of 1999; applications will be 
accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.