POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST – MOLECULAR POPULATION GENETICS/ECOLOGY Location: A new, collaborative, state-of-the-art facility established for molecular-genetic studies of marine organisms, located at the Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5869.
Responsibilities: Position responsibilities involve development and assay of nuclear-encoded single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), microsatellites, and mitochondrial DNA sequences for projects involving population genetics and molecular ecology, primarily of marine fishes. Central responsibilities include data acquisition and analysis, and preparation of reports and publications. Qualifications: Dissertation or postdoctoral work in molecular population genetics and/or molecular ecology is required, as is documented experience with microsatellite and mtDNA data acquisition and analysis. Documented experience with major software programs (e.g., ARLEQUIN, GENEPOP, MIGRATE, LDNE, etc.) also is required. Individuals with documented experience in analysis of next-generation-sequencing data, primarily RAD-seq and genome assembly, will be given highest priority. Applicants should be ambitious, able to work collaboratively with other lab members, and capable of taking initiative and assuming responsibility. Salary: Salary range is from $35,000 - $40,000/year and will depend on experience. Benefits include health care and retirement. Position is for 12-24 months. Closing date: Position will remain open until filled. Contact: Send curriculum vitae, description of research experience/interests, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail address of three references to Dr. John R. Gold at [email protected]. International applicants will be considered if they hold the correct visa(s). The Harte Research Institute and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employers.
