# Supervisory Research Plant Pathologist/Supervisory Research Geneticist

Hiring organization: [Agricultural Research Service](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/agricultural-research-service)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/e907cb81-5766-4cb3-8534-930863f7c3cb

Listed on Agricultural Research Service's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Aberdeen, ID
- Salary: 125776 – 192331 USD per year

## Summary

A leadership research role focused on developing disease-resistant crop varieties through genetic mapping and genomic tools for small grains and potatoes within the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The position combines hands-on research in plant genetics and pathology with responsibility for managing a research team and maintaining the National Small Grains Collection.

_Our summary, not Agricultural Research Service's wording._

## Required

- At least one year of specialized experience at the next-lower grade level (GS-13 for GS-14; GS-14 for GS-15)
- Experience leading research projects in plant genetics, genomics, breeding, or pathology related to crop improvement
- Ability to evaluate and enhance data on genetic control of crop traits and disease resistance
- Track record of presenting or publishing research results on plant genetics or pathology supporting crop improvement
- For GS-15: experience managing a research team and identifying research priorities through stakeholder engagement
- Degree in plant pathology or genetics with specified coursework requirements
- Supervisory and managerial competencies including team leadership, communication, and conflict management

## Nice to have

- Graduate thesis or dissertation abstract
- List of professional references, honors, publications, and presentation history

Apply on Agricultural Research Service's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890581600