Opportunity in Primate Facial Growth: The DeLeon Lab at the University of Florida is seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to join their team for an NSF-funded research project on the role of dentition in growth and development of the facial skeleton in primates.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Primate Facial Growth
Location: University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Eligibility/Qualification: The ideal candidate should have a PhD in Anthropology, Biology, or a related field, with preference for experience in craniofacial or dental development, geometric morphometrics, coding (e.g., R or Python), and CT acquisition and image post-processing.
| Qualification/Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| PhD in Anthropology, Biology, or a related field | Required |
| Experience in craniofacial or dental development, geometric morphometrics, coding (e.g., R or Python), and CT acquisition and image post-processing | Preferred |
Job Description: The successful candidate will join a fun and supportive team, which includes project collaborators Dr. Tim Smith (SRU) and Dr. Kristen Pruftock (WUSTL). The postdoc will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources and will gain skills in CT, diceCT imaging, 3D virtual reconstruction, morphometrics and statistical analyses, histology and immunohistochemistry, and science communication. The appointment is for two years, with a target start date of Fall 2023, and offers a salary of $50,000 per year plus benefits.
| Job Skills | Job Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| CT, diceCT imaging, 3D virtual reconstruction | Study the role of dentition in growth and development of the facial skeleton in primates |
| Morphometrics and statistical analyses | Gain skills in CT, diceCT imaging, 3D virtual reconstruction, morphometrics and statistical analyses |
| Histology and immunohistochemistry | Conduct research using histology and immunohistochemistry |
| Science communication | Effectively communicate research findings to a wider audience |
How to Apply: Interested applicants should contact Dr. Valerie DeLeon at vdeleon@ufl.edu for more information.
Last Date for Apply: Not specified in the given paragraph, please contact Dr. Valerie DeLeon for more information.
