Postdoctoral Fellow in Evolutionary Ecology: The Lennon lab is seeking a motivated and curious postdoctoral research fellow to join the Genomics and Eco-Evolution of Multi-Scale Symbiosis (GEMS) program, funded by the NSF Biology Integration Institute. The postdoc will focus on nested symbioses involving bacteria-phage-plant interactions, utilizing integrative approaches from molecular biology, ecology, evolution, theory, genomics, and computation. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with researchers from various institutions and contribute to cutting-edge research in microbial evolutionary ecology.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbial Evolutionary Ecology
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Microbial Evolutionary Ecology, Genomics, Eco-Evolution of Multi-Scale Symbiosis
Location: Bloomington, Indiana, United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Microbiology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Computational Biology, or related field.
- Expertise in molecular biology, ecology, evolution, theory, genomics, and computation.
- Background or willingness to learn about microbiology, experimental evolution, and analysis of high throughput sequence data.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Job Description:
- Conduct research on nested symbioses involving bacteria-phage-plant interactions using integrative approaches.
- Collaborate with researchers from Indiana University, University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, University of Chicago, and University of Carolina Greensboro.
- Analyze high throughput sequence data, perform experimental evolution studies, and contribute to theoretical modeling.
- Participate in the dissemination of research findings through publications, presentations, and workshops.
- The position is available for 24 months with the possibility of renewal based on satisfactory performance. The anticipated start date is June 1, 2024, but negotiable. Salary will be commensurate with experience, and full benefits are included.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae (C.V.), a statement of research interests, and the contact information for three references through the online portal at link. The best consideration will be given to applications received before April 15, 2024. For inquiries about the position, please contact Jay Lennon at lennonj@iu.edu.
Last Date for Apply: The application deadline is April 15, 2024.
