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Title: Multiple permanent positions related to microbiomes
Position Type: Multiple positions at professor and associate prof levels
Institution: University of Bath
Department: Milner Centre for Evolution
Field: Evolution
City: Bath, UK
General Information: Six positions in microbiome research, all with potential links to evolutionary research
Qualifications: PhD
Contact: Professor Philip Ingham FRS (lifescienceshod@bath.ac.uk)., lifescienceshod@bath.ac.uk
Web Link: https://www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/join-the-department-of-life-sciences/
Review Starts: 7/28/2024
Application Closes: 7/28/2024
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Title: Assistant Professor of Biology (Microbial Ecology)
Position Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Institution: Franklin & Marshall College
Department: Biology
Field: Microbial Biology
City: Lancaster, PA, USA
General Information: The Department of Biology at Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a tenure-track position in MICROBIAL ECOLOGY with expertise in the ecology and evolution of infectious diseases, beginning August 2025. Appointment is for nine months per year. The rank will be Assistant Professor or Instructor depending on qualifications. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate degree. We seek a teacher-scholar who can establish an active research program that engages undergraduates and can develop a dynamic teaching program that includes an introductory course in ecology, evolution, and diversity, upper-level electives in their area of expertise, and courses in the College’s general education program. In support, we provide a research laboratory, generous start-up funds, access to confocal and electron microscopes, staffed greenhouse and vivarium, BSL-2 facility, temperature-controlled walk-in chambers, resources for tissue culture, support for travel to conferences, and summer support for undergraduate researchers. Opportunities also exist to contribute to interdisciplinary programs, including public health, data science, and environmental science. Franklin & Marshall College is located in Lancaster PA, consistently ranked as one of the best small cities in the nation.
Qualifications: Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate degree. Qualifications of each applicant will be assessed holistically, with particular consideration of an individual’s record working with students and colleagues from diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success. Pursuant to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.
Responsibilities: We seek a teacher-scholar who can establish an active research program that engages undergraduates and can develop a dynamic teaching program that includes an introductory course in ecology, evolution, and diversity, upper-level electives in their area of expertise, and courses in the College’s general education program. In support, we provide a research laboratory, generous start-up funds, access to confocal and electron microscopes, staffed greenhouse and vivarium, BSL-2 facility, temperature-controlled walk-in chambers, resources for tissue culture, support for travel to conferences, and summer support for undergraduate researchers. Opportunities also exist to contribute to interdisciplinary programs, including public health, data science, and environmental science.
Instructions: Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio: (http://apply.interfolio.com/148570): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s) (unofficial copies are acceptable); a holistic statement on your approach to inclusive excellence in teaching and student success; a research statement that highlights the potential for faculty-student collaboration; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of three reference names (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). For full consideration applications should be received by September 23, 2024.
Contact: Samantha Seldomridge, sshoemak@fandm.edu
Web Link: http://apply.interfolio.com/148570
Review Starts: 9/23/2024
Application Closes: 9/23/2024
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Title: Evolutionary Genomics Tenure Track Faculty Position in Biology Department
Position Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Institution: Pennsylvania State University
Department: Biology
Field: Evolutionary Genomics
City: University Park, PA, USA
General Information: The Department of Biology in the Eberly College of Science (http://science.psu.edu/bio) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for an Assistant/Associate Level Tenure Track faculty position in the broad area of ‘Evolutionary Genomics.'
Our department has key strengths in Evolutionary Genomics/Genetics, Ecology, Plant Biology, Neuroscience, Coral Biology, Microbiome Science, and Infectious Disease Dynamics. Successful candidate's research may include the use of wet-lab, computational and/or theoretical approaches. The life sciences at Penn State are highly interdisciplinary and we therefore seek candidates with an enthusiasm for collaborations across other fields housed in diverse departments/colleges/institutes. Some areas may include chemistry, math, biochemistry, statistics, engineering, medicine, health and human development, social sciences, data science/machine learning.
The successful applicant is expected to develop and/or maintain an independent, externally funded and internationally recognized research program, leading to advances in their field; to provide excellent and instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in the life sciences; and to contribute active service to the department, college, university, professional community, and the public.
Qualifications: Applicants at the Assistant Professor level should have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience; applicants at the Associate Professor level should also have a demonstrated record of research and mentoring within their field. The successful applicant will integrate into Penn State's broad-based life science research community and contribute to the Department of Biology's teaching mission.
Instructions: Applicants at the Assistant Professor level should have a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience; applicants at the Associate Professor level should also have a demonstrated record of research and mentoring within their field. The successful applicant will integrate into Penn State's broad-based life science research community and contribute to the Department of Biology's teaching mission.
Contact: Human Resources, noemails@jobelephant.com
Web Link: https://apptrkr.com/5370987
Review Starts: 9/7/2024
Application Closes: 8/1/2024
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Title: Post-doctoral Researcher in Evolutionary Physiology and Reproduction
Position Type: Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Institution: Colorado State University
Department: Biology
Field: Evolutionary Physiology/Reproductive Biology
City: Fort Collins, CO, USA
General Information: The Wilsterman Lab at Colorado State University (Fort Collins, CO, USA) is hiring a post-doctoral researcher position with applicant review starting immediately.
This post-doctoral researcher will work as part of our collaborative team on a 5-yr NIH award focused on understanding how local adaptation to high elevations protects reproductive dysfunction associated with low oxygen. We are particularly interested in the development of the placenta and identifying cell-type specific expression profiles that are hypoxia-sensitive within this ephemeral organ.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have some bioinformatics experience and experience working with lab rodents, but all interested applicants are encouraged to reach out to discuss the position.
Responsibilities: The post-doctoral researcher will be involved in generating and analysing single-nuclei RNAseq and ATAC-seq data as well as supporting primary cell culture experiments.
Instructions: Please email Dr. Kate Wilsterman to chat further (kwilst@rams.colostate.edu).
Compensation:
Contact: Kate Wilsterman, kwilst@rams.colostate.edu
Web Link: http://www.thewilstermanlab.com/new-post-doc-position.html
Review Starts: 7/1/2024
Application Closes: 4/30/2025
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Title: Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Type: Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Institution: U. California Santa Cruz
Department: Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Field: Temporal Population Genomics
City: Santa Cruz, CA, USA
General Information: A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the Global Change Research Group in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of California Santa Cruz. The postdoc will join the NSF-funded Albatross Re-Collection project to study adaptation and population genomic responses to a century of environmental change in Southeast Asia. The project is using DNA sequencing from a unique historical collection of coastal marine fish in the Philippines from the R/V Albatross expedition (1907-1909), complemented with modern re-collections of the same species and locations. The postdoc will join a team of researchers that includes Malin Pinsky (UCSC), Chris Bird (Texas A&M Corpus Christi), Kent Carpenter (Old Dominion University), Brendan Reid (Rutgers U.), Nadia Abesamis (Silliman U.), and others.
New graduates and applicants from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.
The work environment will be on the beautiful Coastal Science Campus at UCSC within a short walk of the ocean and easy access to mountains, open space, and the San Francisco Bay metropolitan area. Research in the Global Change Research Group uses empirical data, mathematical models, and population genomics to study how species adapt to climate change and variability (https://globalchange.sites.ucsc.edu). The UCSC EEB department offers a diverse, exciting, and supportive environment for learning and research, and it frequently ranks as a top program globally.
**Position details**
The postdoc start dates are flexible, with preferred dates between December 2024 and June 2025. Salary starts at $64,480 per year, depending on experience (see scales at https://apo.ucsc.edu/docs/scales-crnt.pdf) and includes health insurance, retirement, tax savings plans, and other benefits. Funding for conference travel and a computer are available. This is a two-year appointment with the potential for extension, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Applicants must have a PhD at the time of employment.
Malin Pinsky
Associate Professor
Global Change Research Group
Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
University of California Santa Cruz
mpinsky@ucsc.edu
Qualifications: The position is ideally suited to quantitative researchers with a strong background in population genomics, bioinformatics, data science, and global change. No experience in marine biology required, though experience with population genomic modeling, historical DNA, and/or open science is a plus. Applicants with evidence of creativity, productivity, strong oral and written communication abilities, and enthusiasm are especially encouraged to apply, particularly those that bring a new perspective, new ideas, or a new skillset to the team. A promising record of publication is valued. The successful applicant will be an independent, motivated problem solver who communicates well and enjoys working in a collaborative setting.
Responsibilities: The postdoc will lead analyses of low-coverage whole genome population datasets through time and space, mentor junior researchers, and maintain open science standards. The postdoc will also contribute to population genomic workshops and international collaborations in the Philippines. Extensive opportunities for collaboration across the multi-institutional team, across the University of California, and in the region are available, including within the UCSC Genomics Institute, the Institute of Marine Sciences, the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience, and NOAA Fisheries.
Instructions: Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2024 and will continue on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should email the following materials to mpinsky@ucsc.edu with “Albatross Re-Collection postdoc” in the subject line: 1) a one page cover letter that describes their interest in the position and their relevant background, 2) a CV, and 3) the names and contact information for three scientists familiar with their work.
Compensation: $64,480+
Contact: Malin Pinsky, mpinsky@ucsc.edu
Web Link: https://globalchange.sites.ucsc.edu/2024/05/30/postdoc-position-open-in-gcrg-temporal-population-genomics/
Review Starts: 7/1/2024
Application Closes: 12/31/2024
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Title: One Health, Many Diverse Genomes
Position Type: Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Institution: Arizona State University
Department: School of Life Sciences
Field: Comparative genomics as applied to evolutionary medicine
City: Tempe, AZ, USA
General Information: A Presidential Postdoctoral Fellow position researching comparative genomics and One Health. Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowships are intended to support the career development of outstanding Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral recipients with great potential for advancing the ASU Charter through a future tenure-track appointment at ASU.
Qualifications: A PhD or equivalent advanced degree in the biological, computational, and genomic sciences, or related field. Degree should be in hand or expected by time of appointment, not to exceed 4 years post-date of conferral.
Experience working with genomic data.
A track record of publications of research in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Evidence of strong communication skills, and the ability to disseminate scholarly findings in peer-reviewed publications.
Demonstrated commitment to working with faculty, staff, students and communities to advance the ASU Charter.
Responsibilities: The Presidential Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research and ensure that all studies are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Arizona State University
Engage in science communication such as research manuscripts for publication in scientific journals, advocacy documents and/or presentations.
Engage in grant writing activities independently and/or with colleagues.
Demonstrate progress, with the assistance of faculty mentors, towards establishing independent research aims/goals/objectives, to begin at the start of a future tenure-track appointment at ASU.
Instructions: Applications can be submitted online via http://apply.interfolio.com/144623. Application materials should include a Curriculum Vitae; a letter of interest describing how you meet the qualifications noted above; and contact information for three references including email addresses.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Contact: Carlo Maley, maley@asu.edu
Web Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/144623
Review Starts: 5/17/2024
Application Closes: 8/19/2024
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Title: Postdoc/Staff Scientist in Fish Biodiversity
Position Type: Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Institution: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Department: Macroevolution Unit
Field: Ichthyology (Evolution or Ecology)
City: Onna, Okinawa, Japan
General Information: A postdoctoral scholar (PhD <5 years) or staff scientist position (PhD >5 years) is available in the Macroevolution Unit at OIST. We seek a highly motivated, expert researcher with a deep knowledge of fish biodiversity, including but not limited to systematics, taxonomy, ecology., and the fossil record. The researcher will pursue groundbreaking projects on ichthyological topics, such as the origins of the Indo-Pacific biodiversity hotspot, the origins and diversification of fish groups, description and characterization of species and communities, and/or the influence of environmental and ecological factors on fish biodiversity. Exact projects will be developed through discussions with PI Sallan based on the skills, interests, and ideas of the selected researcher.
Qualifications: 1. PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Marine Biology, Paleontology, Organismal Biology or related field with dissertation focused on fishes.
Responsibilities: 1. Develop and lead innovative projects related to the ichthyological interests of the Macroevolution Unit.
Instructions: Application instructions at: https://www.oist.jp/careers/postdoctoral-scholar-or-staff-scientist-ichthyology-macroevolution-unit
Contact: Lauren Sallan, lauren.sallan@oist.jp
Web Link: https://www.oist.jp/careers/postdoctoral-scholar-or-staff-scientist-ichthyology-macroevolution-unit
Review Starts: 3/15/2024
Application Closes: 9/15/2024
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Title: Assistant Professor, Evolutionary ecology
Position Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Institution: University of Ottawa
Department: Biology
Field: evolution and ecology
City: Ottawa, Canada
General Information: The Department of Biology at University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. For this position, the successful candidate will demonstrate potential to build an internationally-recognized and externally funded research program that fully engages trainees at all levels, building collaborations within and beyond our collegial, research-intensive department. Candidates must be able to teach in both French and English at the time of hiring at undergraduate and graduate levels. Exceptional candidates at Associate Professor level may also be considered. The starting date is July 1, 2024.
We seek to build on the Department’s strengths in evolutionary ecology. Successful applicants to this position will be active on theoretical and/or empirical research at the broad interface of ecology and evolution, working at any level of biological organization, from molecules to biological communities or at biogeographical extents, including (but not limited to) specializations like behavioural ecology, molecular ecology, and ecological genetics.
The successful candidate will join a research-intensive, growing department of 40 researchers working in a wide range of fields, including cell and molecular biology, physiology, ecotoxicology, neuroscience, developmental biology, ecology and conservation, evolutionary biology, and bioinformatics. The Department maintains close collaborations with researchers at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Institute, Ottawa Heart Institute, Carleton University, federal science departments and agencies, and the Canadian Museum of Nature. The Faculty of Science provides access to core facilities for molecular biology, genomics, chemistry, microscopy and aquatic animal care to all of its members.
Qualifications: PhD in Biology or a related discipline. Postdoctoral experience is expected. A demonstrated track record of research excellence must be clearly presented, along with commitment and strategies for teaching and graduate training. The candidate must be able to teach in both French and English, the two official languages of the University, at the time of hiring.
Responsibilities: The responsibilities include: 1) maintaining a robust, externally funded research program; 2) supervision of graduate and undergraduate student thesis projects in the department; 3) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses that contribute to the bilingual (English-French) Biology or Biomedical Sciences curriculum; and 4) performing an active role within the department by contributing to administrative and academic activities of the Department, and Faculty of Science.
Instructions: More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Applications must be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Careers portal. Candidates should include the following in their application:
- A one-page cover letter formally expressing interest in the position and including a statement regarding their ability to teach in French and English
- A full curriculum vitae (please include career interruptions such as parental or sick leaves that may have impacted your record of research. These will be taken into consideration in the selection process)
- A detailed research plan (3 pages maximum)
- A statement of teaching interests and how principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion will be included in training of research group members (1 page)
- Contact information of three references
- Three peer-reviewed publications
- Self-Identification Form: The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty
Compensation: Regular tenure-track academic appointment in the Faculty of Science, with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa. The salary scale for assistant professors starts at $89,622 (based on the scale in effect on May 1, 2023).
Contact: Chair, Department of Biology,, biochair.assistant@uottawa.ca
Web Link: https://uottawa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/uOttawa_External_Career_Site/job/Tenure-track-positions-in-evolutionary-ecology---BIO_JR7952
Review Starts: 12/1/2024
Application Closes: 12/1/2024
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Title: Chairperson
Position Type: Full-time
Institution: Michigan State University
Department: Integrative Biology
Field: Integrative Biology
City: East Lansing, MI, USA
General Information: The Michigan State University Department of Integrative Biology invites applicants and nominations for the position of Chairperson. The Chair will lead an internationally recognized department with a long history of innovation and excellence (https://integrativebiology.msu.edu) The department’s core mission is to advance understanding of the function, stability, resilience, and adaptation of complex biological systems via research, teaching, and outreach while striving to recruit, retain, and develop a diverse vibrant and inclusive community of scholars. We use cutting-edge tools to address important questions about genetics, genomics, development, physiology, behavior, ecology, and evolution in a wide array of organisms, over multiple temporal and spatial scales. The department includes more than 30 faculty members, strong graduate and undergraduate programs, and a supportive administrative and technical staff. Many faculty members are also affiliated with the MSU Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Program (https://eeb.msu.edu/) and Kellogg Biological Station (https://www.kbs.msu.edu), and numerous cross-college interdisciplinary graduate programs.
Qualifications: Candidates must be qualified to hold the rank of tenured Full Professor and possess an established record of scholarship in a relevant field. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate leadership and administrative effectiveness, strong interpersonal skills, and a meaningful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), evaluated using the Berkeley rubric. Continuation of an active research program is encouraged and will be supported.
Responsibilities: The Chair is expected to cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and excellence in research and teaching while working with college and university administration to facilitate departmental governance, resource management and research support.
Instructions: Applicants should submit:
Every effort will be made to maintain confidentiality until a list of interview candidates is determined. All materials should be assembled into one PDF and uploaded to: careers.msu.edu position # 804063. Review of applicants will begin 30 September 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be sent to the Chairs of the search committee, Amy Ralston (aralston@msu.edu) and Jeff Conner (connerj@msu.edu).
Compensation:
Contact: Amy Ralston, aralston@msu.edu
Web Link: https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/511934/chairpersonmanagement
Review Starts: 9/30/2022
Application Closes: 8/18/2024
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