Post Doctoral Associate: The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate to work in the Department of Biological Sciences. The successful candidate will work with members of the Dr. Tia-Lynn Ashman and Dr. Martin Turcotte laboratories to assess the consequences of plant polyploidy on biotic interactions in a model plant system.
Designation: Post Doctoral Associate
Research Area: Plant polyploidy and species interactions
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Eligibility/Qualification: Applicants must have a background in plant genetics, ecology, or evolution with a Ph.D. in ecology, biology, or an applicable field. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in ecology, plant biology, or a related field, the ability to carry out experiments and conduct statistical analyses in R, evidence of scholarly work such as research presentations and publications, evidence of teaching experience, and commitment to enhancing diversity and equity in STEM.
Job Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for leading experiments, analyses, and manuscript preparation focusing on fitness effects, population growth, and species interactions of polyploidy. Teaching responsibilities are leading a graduate seminar or workshop in the candidate’s area of expertise each year. The postdoc will also be encouraged to participate in outreach and science communication activities.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a current CV, (c) a brief (1 page) statement of research interests (d) a brief (1 page) statement of teaching experience, philosophy and plans, and (e) a brief description (1 page) of how your research, teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion. At least two letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to tia1@pitt.edu.
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be reviewed starting in May and will continue until the position is filled.
| Designation | Post Doctoral Associate |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Plant polyploidy and species interactions |
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Ph.D. in ecology, plant biology, or related field |
| Ability to carry out experiments and conduct statistical analyses in R | |
| Evidence of scholarly work such as research presentations and publications | |
| Evidence of teaching experience | |
| Commitment to enhancing diversity and equity in STEM | |
| Job Description | Leading experiments, analyses, and manuscript preparation focusing on fitness effects, population growth, and species interactions of polyploidy |
| Leading a graduate seminar or workshop in the candidate’s area of expertise each year | |
| Encouraged to participate in outreach and science communication activities | |
| How to Apply | Submit PDF documents of a letter of application, current CV, brief statement of research interests, teaching experience, philosophy and plans, and a brief description of how your research, teaching or service demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion through Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu) |
| At least two letters of reference should be sent by the recommenders to tia1@pitt.edu | |
| Last Date for Apply | Applications will be reviewed starting in May and will continue until the position is filled. |
