Post-Doctoral Fellow in eDNA: The Gregory-Eaves and Iversen labs at McGill University invite applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow position in eDNA, focusing on the early detection of invasive alien macrophytes in Quebec. This collaborative project involves partnerships with the McGill Genome Centre and the Ministére de Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP).
Post-Doctoral Fellow in eDNA – Early Detection of Invasive Alien Macrophytes
Designation: Post-Doctoral Fellow
Research Area: Early Detection of Invasive Alien Macrophytes with Environmental DNA (eDNA)
Location: McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, with regular trips to the MELCCFP office in Quebec City.
Eligibility/Qualification: Applicants should hold a PhD in environmental genetics or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a background in eDNA techniques, proficiency in bioinformatics, and field-work experience. Fluency in both English and French is preferred.
Job Description: The Post-Doctoral Fellow will collaborate with the Gregory-Eaves and Iversen labs, participating in both field and lab work. Opportunities to engage with strategic research networks such as the Interuniversity Group in Limnology (GRIL) and the Quebec Centre for Biodiversity Studies (QCBS) will be available. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension for a second year based on performance and funding.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications, including a CV and cover letter, to:
- Dr. Irene Gregory-Eaves: irene.gregory-eaves@mcgill.ca
- Dr. Lars Iversen: lars.iversen@mcgill.ca
Last Date for Apply: Review of applications will begin on March 29, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
Table 1: Qualifications Overview
| Qualifications | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD in environmental genetics or a related field |
| Skills | Background in eDNA techniques, proficiency in bioinformatics, field-work experience, fluency in English and French (preferred) |
| Duration | Initial appointment for one year, with a possibility of extension for a second year based on performance and funding |
Table 2: Job Details | Start Date | May 15, 2024 | | Work Location | McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, with regular trips to the MELCCFP office in Quebec City |
Table 3: Application Review Timeline | Application Opens | N/A | | Review Start Date | March 29, 2024 | | Application Deadline | Until the position is filled | | Notification of Acceptance| Will be communicated directly to the applicants |
