Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Ecology: The Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) at the University of Michigan invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Ecology. This role focuses on developing tools for environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis related to food web dynamics, invasive species, biodiversity, and toxic cyanobacteria in the Great Lakes.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Job ID | 258127 |
| Working Title | Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Ecology |
| Location | Ann Arbor Campus, Ann Arbor, MI |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Regular/Temporary | Regular |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Salary | $65,000.00 |
| Application Period | 12/19/2024 – 2/01/2025 |
Research Area
- Environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis
- Food web dynamics
- Invasive species monitoring
- Biodiversity assessment
- Toxic cyanobacteria research
Location
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Ph.D. in limnology, microbiology, molecular ecology, biological oceanography, bioinformatics, or a related field.
- Experience in bioinformatics and multivariate statistical methods for analyzing molecular and environmental data.
- Demonstrated ability to lead development of manuscripts for refereed journal publication.
- Preferred: Experience in molecular biology, familiarity with high-throughput sequencing platforms, and analyzing metabarcoding data.
Job Description
The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Greg Dick, Dr. Casey Godwin, and collaborators from NOAA and the U.S. Geological Survey. Responsibilities include:
- Validating eDNA assays
- Performing bioinformatics analysis of metabarcoding data
- Conducting statistical analyses
- Contributing to project reports and manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, including as lead author
- Maintaining a strong record of scholarly publication and presenting research results at conferences and public meetings
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a single PDF file containing:
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, research accomplishments, and qualifications.
- A Curriculum Vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
- Representative publications, if available.
Applications that do not contain items 1-3 will not be reviewed. Additional files may be emailed to Greg Dick at gdick@umich.edu.
Last Date to Apply
February 1, 2025
For more details, visit the CIGLR website. Join us in addressing pressing issues facing the Great Lakes region!
