Please reply directly to Lisa Levin ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) POPULATION CONNECTIVITY POSITIONS SCRIPPS INSTITUTION OF OCEANOGRAPHY
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION A postdoctoral researcher is sought to assist with studies of mussel connectivity in southern California in the Integrative Oceanography Division, Scripps Institution of Oceanography. A PhD is required, with background in either larval biology and/or analytical chemistry. Two areas of expertise are particularly helpful: (1) experience with trace element fingerprinting including use of laser ablation-inductively coupled mass spectrometry and (2) facility with demographic data collection and modeling, to assess connectivity consequences for population dynamics. The position is available immediately and is funded for 1 to 2 years. Salary is $38,000 $40,000. If interested, please contact Lisa Levin ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) STAFF RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (TECHNICIAN) A technician is sought to assist with laboratory and field duties associated with studies of mussel connectivity in southern California, in the Integrative Oceanography Division, Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Experience with ecology, PCR, analytical chemistry and/or data processing will be helpful. Responsibilities will include managing field larval outplant operations, conducting PCR on recruit tissues to identify species, preparing, cleaning, mounting and analyzing (via Laser ablation ICPMS) larval and recruit shells for chemical composition. Duties will also include general lab and clean room maintenance. A Masters degree or relevant experience is required. Please contact Lisa Levin ([EMAIL PROTECTED]), or visit http://levin.ucsd.edu/ or http://levin.ucsd.edu/research/mussel01.htm for more information Lisa A. Levin Integrative Oceanography Division Scripps Institution of Oceanography La Jolla, California 92093-0218 Phone: 858-534-3579 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
