JOB SUMMARY: The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organizations. ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's research on agricultural problems of high national priority affecting American agriculture. This position is located in the Crop Bioprotection Research Unit in Peoria, Illinois. ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR 01/24/2025 MAJOR DUTIES: Design and perform experiments to characterize the gut microbiome of native bees and pollinators through local collection efforts and a network of collaborators. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.