Sylvie Quideau, Ed Bork, and Cameron Carlyle at the University of Alberta are seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join a collaborative project investigating soil microbial response to disturbance in mixedgrass prairies. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in soil microbiology, biogeochemistry, or microbial ecology. Experience with molecular approaches to characterize community composition and function is required. Strong verbal, written, and computational skills are essential. The project is funded by an NSERC-CRD grant.
The successful candidate will be provided with an annual fellowship of CAD 45,000. The position can start immediately and no later than August 2016. The initial appointment period will be for one year with the potential of renewal for an additional year. Interested candidates should e-mail their transcript, a detailed curriculum vitae, a cover letter that summarizes their qualifications and research goals, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Sylvie Quideau at [email protected]. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
