The Segraves and Althoff labs at Syracuse University invite applications for a joint postdoctoral position on the community and evolutionary ecology of multi-species mutualisms using a synthetic mutualism lab system based on strains of brewers yeast. The goal of the project is to develop and test qualitative and quantitative theoretical predictions of community dynamics by using an easily replicable and fast-growing community of organisms. The project will combine theory with experimental manipulations of community structure to examine the properties of mutualistic communities that contribute to their persistence.
This project will involve joint collaborations with the Segraves and Althoff labs (http://segraveslab.syr.edu and http://althofflab.syr.edu) as well as with Dr. Chris Moore at Colby College (mutualismecology.com) and Dr. Mark Ritchie at Syracuse University. S.U.s Department of Biology is a collaborative group of vibrant researchers spanning a wide array of disciplines and also has close affiliations with faculty at SUNY-Environmental Science and Forestry. Preferred start date is Jan 10, 2018 or later. We are willing to delay the start until the summer of 2018 for ideal candidates. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in evolutionary ecology, community ecology, experimental evolution, or theoretical ecology is required. Applicants should have a demonstrated ability to combine theoretical and empirical approaches in species interactions or community ecology and strong interests in linking experimental data with results from mathematical models. Proficiency in basic molecular biology skills such as pipetting, making solutions, culturing microorganisms, and sterile technique is preferred, but not necessarily required. Please direct any questions to Dr. Kari Segraves (ksegr...@syr.edu) and view full job description and apply at https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/72160.
