Position in Bioinformatics/Microbial Ecology Jessica Green (http://pages.uoregon.edu/green/) and Brendan Bohannan (http://pages.uoregon.edu/bohannanlab/) are currently seeking a bioinformatics postdoctoral researcher to explore fundamental questions in microbial ecology and evolution. Applicants should have a PhD with extensive training using bioinformatics to understand the ecology and/or evolution of complex biological communities, and strong writing skills. The ideal candidate will have experience developing and applying quantitative community and population ecological methods to the analysis of environmental sequence data and next-generation sequence data.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the Biology and Built Environment (BioBE) Center (http://biobe.uoregon.edu/), funded by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The BioBE Center is training a new generation of innovators to study the built environment microbiome - the diversity of indoor microbial life, their genetic elements and their interactions. The vision of this national research center is to understand buildings as complex ecosystems and to explore how architectural design mediates urban microbial ecology and evolution. For a description of partner projects see http://www.microbe.net/. The position is available for 1 year with the possibility for renewal depending on performance. The start date is flexible. Please email questions regarding the position to Jessica Green (jlgr...@uoregon.edu). To apply A complete application will consist of the following materials: (1) a brief cover letter explaining your background and career interests (2) CV (including publications) (3) names and contact information for three references Submit materials to ie2j...@uoregon.edu. Subject: Posting 14066 To ensure consideration, please submit applications by April 25, 2014, but position will remain open until filled. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. EO/AA/ADA institution committed to cultural diversity. Research Assistant University of Oregon Institute of Ecology and Evolution Posting: 14064 Location: Eugene Closes: Open Until Filled The Institute of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Oregon currently has an opening for a full time Research Assistant to work in the area of microbial ecology. The successful candidate will play a key role in the Biology and Built Environment (BioBE) Center (http://biobe.uoregon.edu/), funded by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. The BioBE Center is training a new generation of innovators to study the built environment microbiome - the diversity of indoor microbial life, their genetic elements and their interactions. The vision of this national research center is to understand buildings as complex ecosystems and to explore how architectural design mediates urban microbial ecology and evolution. For a description of partner projects see http://www.microbe.net/. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension dependent on funding and satisfactory performance. The University of Oregon is located in Eugene, Oregon, recently rated in the top 10 âBest Places to Liveâ (livability.com). Extensive experience using molecular techniques is required, including some combination of skills in DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, next-generation DNA sequencing, bioinformatics, and phylogenetic analysis. Ability to work in a team atmosphere is a must. A Masterâs degree in biology is desirable, but individuals with a bachelor in biology or related field and extensive experience are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory research under the direction of Principle Investigators Jessica Green (pages.uoregon.edu/green) and Brendan Bohannan (http://pages.uoregon.edu/bohannanlab/). Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. Please e-mail a cover letter and current CV with names and contact information of three references to: ie2j...@uoregon.edu Subject: Posting 14064 Or mail to: Posting 14064, 5289 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-5289. To ensure consideration, please submit applications by April 25, 2014, but position will remain open until filled. EO/AA/ADA institution committed to cultural diversity.
