Employer USDA ARS Southeastern Fruit and Tree Nut Research Station Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills There is an opportunity in my lab for a limited appointment (LA) hire with the USDA ARS located in Byron, GA. We are focused on applying fundamental genomic knowledge in Pecans to inform cultivar development. We are particularly focused on developing genomic resources in Pecans and their ecological partners (both beneficial and antagonistic). I am looking to hire someone for a six-month, full-time appointment at the GS5-0404 level, although part-time, full-year employment is suitable for the right candidate. Presently, the lab needs bioinformatic support for genome assembly projects, however, a qualified candidate with experience in DNA and RNA extraction or field work would be considered. Candidates should send me a CV and a cover letter describing their experience at the command line performing genome assembly, annotation, and population or comparative genomics, or other relevant experience. As is typical with government, there is a very tight window for this opportunity, all materials must be received by Monday 4/20/26. Candidates can email me a pdf with the documents to karl.fetter@usda.gov with the subject line "LA Application Byron". Transcripts are required if using academic record to quality, and can be submitted at a later date if selected. Happy to field questions or to chat more over the phone: (478)-444-2668. Experience working in a molecular lab.Experience at the command line doing bioinformatics.Experience working in a wet lab performing DNA or RNA extractions.Good communication skills and ability to work independently with regular guidance. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Part Time Location Detail: Byron, Georgia Salary: GS5 with national pay locality rate. Job Benefits: Sick leave and annual leave earned commensurate with grade. Application Deadline: Mon, 04/20/2026 - 12:00pm
