Postdoctoral Research Associate

Central State University, United States

Updated: 28 days ago
Location: Wilberforce, OHIO
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number 0801485
Classification Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
Working Title
Department College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture
Department Contact Email [email protected]
Job Summary/Basic Function
Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP) in the College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture (CESTA) at Central State University is seeking postdoctoral scientist to fulfill obligations for a new USDA research grant performing field and lab research experiments.
The position is a 12-month appointment, with renewal each year up to three years based on the performance/progress and funding situation. The salary is competitive with full benefits as a full-time employee.
The candidate should have experience with honeybee behavioral genetics and genomics. Postdoctoral scientist is expected to design and perform procedures/techniques for the extraction of DNA/RNA using standard molecular methods for sequencing analysis, physiological assay, behavioral experiments, and advanced knowledge in RNA-seq, GWAS, and epigenomic sequencing technologies. Scientists are willing to learn new technologies and expected to supervise and mentor student researchers (under-represented minority) and assist with routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Perform complex field and laboratory experiments for queen rearing, instrumental inseminations, behavioral experiments, physiological experiments, prepare samples for sequencing.
· Follow QA/QC protocols and design SOPs that comply with Standard Methods
· Use LIMS for documentation of QA/QC/Standards/Research/Other samples.
· Direct routine molecular biology procedures
· Direct preparation of equipment, samples, reagents, media, and solutions for use in the laboratory
· Prepare and submit all necessary reports and related research manuscripts to research faculty/PI
· Ensure maintenance of chemical inventory and laboratory equipment
· Data entry, managements, and summarization
· Perform bioinformatic analysis using programming skills in computational biology.
· Assist researchers with statistically valid data analysis and interpretation.
· Assistance with preparing research findings for presentations and publications.
· Meet with research faculty/PI weekly, to discuss work projects and outputs and assign priorities.
· Mentor and work with undergraduate students for research
· Facilitate operation of the lab and assist the faculty/students.
· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Entomology, Evolutionary Biology, Genomics, Animal breeding, Ecology,


Cellular, Developmental Biology, or other relevant biology sciences
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledgeable of data entry management and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
· Knowledge and skills in bee genomics, genetics, molecular biology, cellular or developmental biology for at least 2 years
· Evidence of peer-reviewed publications in insect genomics/transcriptomics
· Experience and interest in mentoring/teaching students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
· Must be organized and detail-oriented with the ability to work under limited supervision.
· Ability to produce outcomes under strict deadlines.
· Experience using single-cell sequencing, nanopore direct-sequencing, or Illumina sequencing.
· Knowledge and skills in bioinformatics, data science, programming, or computational biology for at least 2 years
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates are required to include with their applications:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement
  • Contact information of three references
Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary --

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