Postdoctoral Position in Marine Ecology: Join the European Project BiOcean5D as a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to the characterization of new indicators of ecosystem health using port-related gradients of impact. The focus will be on marine non-indigenous and invasive species using eDNA metabarcoding data collected in European ports. This two-year position offers the opportunity to work with a collaborative team spanning institutions in Spain and France, with a strong emphasis on bioinformatics and ecological analyses.
Postdoctoral Position in Marine Ecology and Bioinformatics
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Marine Ecology, Bioinformatics, eDNA Metabarcoding
Location: Centre of Advanced Studies of Blanes (CEAB), Spain (Year 1); Institute of Evolutionary Science of Montpellier (ISEM), France (Year 2)
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Biology, Data Science, or related fields
- Background in community ecology or population genetics/molecular ecology
- Skills in bioinformatics applied to species and community diversity analyses, including knowledge of metabarcoding pipelines
- Knowledge of Unix environments and programming
- Experience in marine ecology or biological invasions preferred but not required
Job Description:
- Analyze eDNA metabarcoding data collected in European ports, from raw sequences to publication
- Conduct intra-OTU level population analyses for selected Operational Taxonomic Units (OTUs)
- Collaborate with the project team to develop and apply bioinformatics methods for species and community diversity analyses
- Maintain a positive and collaborative atmosphere within the research group and optionally mentor Master students
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their CV, cover letter, and contact information to:
- Frederique Viard (frederique.viard@umontpellier.fr)
- Sophie Arnaud-Haond (sophie.arnaud-haond@umontpellier.fr)
- Xavier Turon (xturon@ceab.csic.es)
Last Date for Apply: Applications should be submitted by [Insert Deadline Date].
This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic research environment. The contract is expected to start in September 2024 at the latest. Join us in contributing to cutting-edge research in marine ecology and bioinformatics.
