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Research Associate in Joint Institute Study of Atmosphere & Ocean, Postdoctoral
University of Washington: Academic Personnel: College of the Environment: Joint
Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Ocean
Location: Seattle, WA
Deadline: Oct 16, 2018 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Ocean at the University
of Washington invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral Research
Associate position working on marine invertebrate and fish environmental DNA
genetics/genomics/bioinformatics in the new G3 (Genetics and Genomics Group) at
NOAA’s Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL). The G3 lab uses
multi-locus metabarcoding to study oceanic biological community responses to
physical and chemical oceanographic parameters. Component species and
population genetic relationships for invertebrates and fishes are identified
and assessed using environmental DNA (eDNA), plankton, and samples collected
with plankton tows, CTD casts, ROVs, and sediment cores. Study regions include
the west coast of North America, Salish Sea, Gulf of Alaska, Bering Sea, and
U.S. Arctic, as well as deep sea vents and seeps across the Pacific. Physical,
chemical and biological oceanographic parameters are considered to predict the
effects on marine ecosystems of environmental change including acidification,
warming, hypoxia, and deep sea mining. The Research Associate will work under
the guidance of Dr. Carol Stepien of NOAA/PMEL and Dr. Kim Andrews of UW/JISAO
and will be involved in designing the specific course(s) of study.
This position features laboratory research and execution of the following
duties:
• Conduct bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing DNA assays and
analyses
• Use of a wide application of complex principles and methods in the
fields of genetics and genomics
• Collection, statistical analysis and archival of data
• Preparation of peer-reviewed scientific publications
• Presentation of papers at scientific conferences; participation in
external seminars, workshops, and professional societies
• Maintenance of project website
• Assistance with the preparation and management of regulatory documents
• Assistance with the development of grant proposals
• Assistance with the training of graduate and undergraduate student
researchers in lab work
• Participation in G3 group activities, including laboratory and other
meetings
The successful candidate must possess knowledge of genetics, genomics, and
bioinformatics, and be able to advance the state-of-the-art research in these
areas. This individual will also have demonstrated excellent verbal and
written skills, and the ability to work both independently, and in
collaboration with other scientists.
This position is located at NOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL)
at Sand Point in Seattle. This is a twelve-month position, with the possibility
of a second year based on availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
A late 2018/ early 2019 start date is anticipated.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
• PhD in Biology or Ecology or related field with specialization in
Molecular Genetics. Degree must be conferred by the appointment start date.
• Must be within 5 years after receipt of terminal degree.
• Experience requirement, minimum: Two or more years’ experience in DNA
extraction, PCR, DNA sequencing, phylogenetic analysis, population genetics,
environmental DNA, bioinformatics
Application Instructions
Complete applications received by October 16, 2018 will be given preferred
consideration
Application Process
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or
expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Commitment to Diversity:
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its
faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that
commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint
(http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint
<http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint>/). Additionally, the
University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching
and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important
contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities
(https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432
<https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432>).
Carol A. Stepien
Ocean Environment Research Division (OERD) Leader
NOAA PMEL
(Pacific Marine Environmental Lab)
7600 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle WA 98115
(206) 526-6038
[email protected]
