An opening is available for a postdoctoral researcher to study the spatial epidemiology of the Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri) and the citrus disease huanglongbing. The researcher will analyze the spatial and temporal distribution of confirmed or suspected disease cases in California, then leverage the results toward developing predictive models of pathogen spread. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, ecology, entomology or a related field with extensive training in quantitative methods. A combination of experience with geospatial tools and epidemiological modeling is highly desirable. The research involves cooperation among members of the Department of Entomology at UC Riverside, Department of Plant Pathology at UC Davis, and USDA-APHIS. The position is available starting September 1st, with the potential for being located at UC Riverside, UC Berkeley, or UC Davis. To apply, send a cover letter, CV, list of professional references, and a writing sample to Matt Daugherty (ma...@ucr.edu).
