Postdoctoral Research Position Insect metabolism and thermal biology Virginia Commonwealth University
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the laboratory of Salvatore Agosta at Virginia Commonwealth University to investigate the relationships between growth, metabolism and temperature in insects. The primary responsibility of the postdoc will be to lead the respirometry portion of the project, including data collection and analysis. Competitive applicants will have demonstrable experience in animal respirometry, including a good working knowledge of (1) the principles of metabolism and respirometry, (2) the operation of respirometry systems, and (3) the interpretation of respirometry data. The ideal applicant will enjoy working in the lab and will make a strong intellectual contribution to the project, including writing and publishing papers, with an eagerness to develop new ideas. The position is for 1 year with the possibility of a 2nd year. Applicants should have completed or should anticipate completing their Ph.D. by December 2013. To apply, please submit by email (1) a cover letter describing your background, qualifications, and a brief statement of interest relevant to the project, (2) a CV, and (3) the names and addresses of three references to Salvatore Agosta ([email protected]). Please include "Postdoc application" in the subject line. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The target start date is early February 2014, but this is somewhat flexible. Salvatore J. Agosta Assistant Professor Center for Environmental Studies and Department of Biology Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA
