Opportunities are available in our lab for motivated undergraduates, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and visiting scholars who are passionate about plant health and sustainable agriculture. We foster a collaborative environment where team members gain hands-on experience while contributing to impactful research. Please contact Dr. Olawole at olakunlo@ucr.edu if you are interested in our research.

Postdoctoral Positions

Postdoctoral opportunities in our lab are available depending on funding availability. We welcome applicants who have received their Ph.D. within the past five years and have strong expertise in relevant disciplines, including Plant Biology, Plant Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Plant–Pathogen Interactions, and Phage Biology and Genomics. To make inquiries, please send your CV to Dr. Olawole at olakunlo@ucr.edu.

Prospective Graduate Students

Prospective graduate students who are interested in interdisciplinary research across Molecular Plant–Pathogen Interactions, Plant Pathology, Plant Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Phage Biology and Genomics are encouraged to apply to the UCR Plant Pathology graduate program. For program-specific questions, please contact Manuel Perez at manuel.perezjr@ucr.edu. For questions about our research, you are welcome to reach out to Dr. Olawole at olakunlo@ucr.edu.

Undergraduate Students

Our lab values undergraduate participation as a key component of scientific training. Students join a collaborative team environment, gaining hands-on experience by working with graduate students, postdocs, and the professor. Dedicated undergraduates have the chance to pursue independent projects, with opportunities to present at conferences or contribute to publications. If you are eager to explore research, please contact Dr. Olawole at olakunlo@ucr.edu.

Self-funded Visiting Scholars

We welcome self-funded visiting scholars (faculty or students) interested in interdisciplinary research within our group. Areas of focus include Molecular Plant–Pathogen Interactions, Plant Pathology, Plant Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Phage Biology and Genomics. Applicants must clearly state their source of funding, and only those planning visits of more than six months (preferably 1–2 years) will be considered. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Olawole at olakunlo@ucr.edu.