USDA Entomologist/Chemical Ecologist Postdoctoral Research Opportunity
Now accepting applications for
The appointment is full-time for one year and may be renewed upon recommendation of the ARS and availability of funding. The annual stipend rate for this position is $50,706. A stipend supplement in the amount of $5,160 is provided to offset the cost of an individual or family health insurance plan. The participant must show proof of health and medical insurance. Health insurance may be obtained through ORISE. Relocation expenses in the amount of $2,000 will be reimbursed, with prior approval. A travel allowance in the amount of $3,000 is available to reimburse travel-related expenses to scientific and professional development activities. The participant will not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, USDA, or any other office or agency. Instead, the participant will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment.
This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR), and foreign nationals. Non-U.S. citizen applicants should refer to the http://www.orise.orau.gov/usda-ars/applicants/immigration.htm page of the program website for information about the valid immigration statuses that are acceptable for program participation.
How to Apply: Applications and supporting materials must ALSO be submitted at https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/639
A complete application package consists of:
1. An application
2. Transcript(s) – For this opportunity, an unofficial transcript or copy of the student academic records printed by the applicant or by academic advisors from internal institution systems may be submitted. Selected candidate must provide proof of completion of the degree before the appointment can start. Proof must be sent to ORISE directly from the academic institution including graduation date and degree awarded. All transcripts must be in English or include an official English translation.
3. A current resume/CV
For more information about the ARS Research Participation Program, please visit http://www.orise.orau.gov/usda-ars/.
If you have any questions, please email us at USDA-ARS@orau.org and include the reference code ARS-SHRS-2015-0023 for this opportunity in your email.