Research Professional, Plant Ecophysiology & Evolution en Wfu

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Job Description Summary

The Krieg Lab at Wake Forest University is recruiting a Research Professional in Plant Ecophysiology & Evolution. This position will work as part of a collaborative group to investigate how physiological function drives spatial and ecological patterns of biodiversity. Our work integrates approaches in plant anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution, and experience in one or more of these areas is strongly preferred.

Employment Terms: The position is for 2 years with potential renewal pending funding availability. Start date is negotiable.

Application Materials: Send materials to Chris Krieg ([email protected]) by due date. Please include the words “Research Professional” in the subject line.
1-Letter of Interest (1-pg max)
2-Resume/Curriculum Vitae (no pg limit)
3-Contact Information for 2-4 references (1-pg max)

Due Date: 10-Oct-2025 for full consideration.
Reviews will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Research Professional

• Research duties may include setting up/maintaining experiments, data entry and analysis, collection of plant ecophysiology data in lab or field settings, e.g.,
  • microscopy, gas-exchange, hydraulics, NSCs, isotopes, phylogenetics, etc.
• Administrative duties may include inventory, ordering supplies, filing reports, etc.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in biology or a related field

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work.

Physical Requirements:

• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Assessing the accuracy and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.  

 

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