Post-doctoral
fellowship to study the biology of spotted wing drosophila (SWD) populations in
California’s agricultural landscapes, and to conduct research on novel
management methods. This work will be based in the laboratory of Dr. Frank
Zalom, Distinguished Professor and Extension Entomologist, Department of
Entomology and Nematology, University of California, Davis, CA 95616.
A post-doctoral position is currently available for a
minimum of one year to study spotted wing drosophila (SWD) population biology
and management in California. Further extension is dependent on continued
availability of funds and satisfactory progress. SWD was first found in the Monterey Bay area
of California, and the Zalom lab at UC Davis conducted the initial studies of
its biology. It has subsequently become widespread throughout North
America and Canada, and is a major pest of berry and cherry crops. One main goal
of this project is to study SWD populations in the Monterey Bay area where it
is a major pest of berry crops and in the northern San Joaquin Valley where if
is a major pest of sweet cherries to better define aspects of it biology such
as movement between crop and non-crop hosts and overwintering. This research
will be conducted in collaboration with Dr. Joanna Chiu and focused on
establishing amount of genetic variability between local populations. Another
goal is to conduct field studies of novel methods of SWD control.
Successful candidate is expected to hold a recent (received
within the last three years) Ph.D. in Entomology from a U.S. university with field
research experience and an interest in working in a diverse agricultural
landscape. The candidate is expected to be capable of working independently. Ability
to plan and execute hypothesis driven research projects that lead to
publications in peer-reviewed journals is essential. Some knowledge or experience
in using molecular techniques within a research project is desirable.
Excellent oral and written communications in English are
required, as is the ability to communicate in nontechnical terms to growers and
crop consultants. The incumbent is expected to obtain a California driver license
to visit study sites for field studies throughout California. Interested candidates should send resume,
names and contact information of three references to fgzalom@ucdavis.edu.
Salary is commensurate with experience. The position
carries standard benefits, including healthcare, applicable to these positions
at the University of California, Davis. University of California is an
affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate
is identified.
Organization Type: Academic
Location: Davis, CA, USA
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