Date of posting here March 2, 2009 Type of position temporary postdoctoral research position Employer University of California (Davis) and USDA-ARS Location Parlier, CA Description of Location The position will be based in the Water Management Research Unit at the USDA-ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center near Parlier, CA Salary $36,000 Benefits full UC benefits Closing date of competition April 30, 2009 Date position available spring/summer 2009 Description of duties The candidate will work on a joint research project between University of California, Davis and USDA-ARS and will be based in the Water Management Research Unit at the USDA-ARS San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Sciences Center near Parlier, CA. The candidate will conduct field-based research and demonstration research projects on soil fumigants and herbicides in high-value perennial nursery crops and perennial tree/vine production systems. Supporting lab work will include dose-response experiments to determinine optimal fumigant time-dose exposure for broad-spectrum control of soil borne pests. The position may be extended beyond the initial one-year appointment depending on performance and funding availability. Qualifications sought Ph.D. in Weed Science, Pathology, or Nematology with an emphasis in field and lab-based pest control research. A demonstrated ability to manage field-scale research and analyze and report research results is highly preferred. Contact for additional information Brad Hanson USDA-ARS 9611 S. Riverbend Ave Parlier, CA 93648 brad.hanson@ars.usda.gov Application procedure   Submit what To apply, please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae including contact information for three references, and copies of transcripts. Submit to Brad Hanson USDA-ARS 9611 S. Riverbend Ave Parlier, CA 93648 brad.hanson@ars.usda.gov Additional Information Brad Hanson will be available at the WSWS meeting in Albuquerque to discuss the position with interested parties. Please send an email to set up an appointment.