Post-Doc Research Associate – Biology: The Department of Biology at UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the McCoy Laboratory. The successful candidate will conduct field, laboratory, and bioinformatics research on cyanobacterial and diatom associated microbial blooms. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in functional and community ecology, with a focus on climate change ecology in marine and aquatic systems.
Summary Table:
- Department: Biology – 318200
- Designation: Postdoctoral Scholar
- Research Area: Biology, Ecology, or a related field.
- Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina, US
- Eligibility/Qualification: Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology, or a related field
- Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary
- Hours per week: 40
- FTE: 1
- Work Location: 110 South Rd, Wilson Hall, Chapel Hill
- Hiring Range: $47,476 – $54,540/year
- Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2023
- Estimated Duration of Appointment: 12 Months
Job Description: The Post-Doc Research Associate will have the following responsibilities:
- Lead bioinformatic and statistical analyses of algal and microbial datasets.
- Conduct marine fieldwork.
- Collaborate on field and laboratory experiments on algal physiology and biogeochemistry.
- Lead written publications and oral presentations of research results.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology, or a related field.
- Bioinformatics experience with large metagenomic and metatranscriptomic datasets, including bacterial and viral sequences.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
- Ability and willingness to spend weeks at field sites seasonally.
- Valid US driver’s license.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
- Experience conducting fieldwork.
- Laboratory and field experience in microbiology.
- Advanced working knowledge of algal ecology, community ecology, and environmental microbiology in marine and aquatic settings.
- Current American Academy of Underwater Science diver status.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements: This position requires fieldwork in uneven terrain under a variety of weather conditions and domestic and international travel.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents through the online application portal:
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Writing/Research Sample
Last Date for Apply: June 30, 2023
For more information and to apply, please visit the job posting link.
For inquiries about the position, please contact:
Sophie McCoy, Assistant Professor Department of Biology, UNC-Chapel Hill Email: somc@email.unc.edu
For assistance with the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or email equalopportunity@unc.edu. Please note that specific updates regarding position or application status cannot be provided by the Equal Employment Opportunity office.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Optional and Required Documents: Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Writing
