Postdoctoral Research Associate I

The University of Arizona, United States

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Location: Tucson, ARIZONA
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Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req19132
Department Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Department Website Link www.dlugosch-lab.net
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

A postdoctoral research position funded by the US Department of Agriculture is available to work with Dr. Katrina Dlugosch (http://dlugosch-lab.net) at the University of Arizona on the ecological genomics of evolution of the invasive plant yellow starthistle (Centaurea solstitialis). This project is studying the evolution of species interactions during range expansion and their impact on the spread of invading plant populations. We have found large differences in the microbial communities associated with yellow starthistle across its range, and evidence that microbial variation alters invader performance. This position will lead efforts to understand the genomic basis of these changes and their impacts on the ecology of invasion, including mapping the genetic basis of microbiome variation in the host plant genome.

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with interests and experience in these areas. In addition, there will be opportunities for the postdoc to propose new research directions, and to be involved in the mentoring of students from diverse and underrepresented groups in research.

The successful candidate will join an active lab of undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs, focused on the rapid evolution of plants in response to novel environments. http://dlugoschlab.arizona.edu/

This is a year-to-year appointment contingent upon funding and performance.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Greenhouse rearing of plants
  • Genome re-sequencing
  • Microbiome sequencing
  • Bioinformatic analyses
  • Associated manuscript publication
  • Lead additional genome re-sequencing analyses of plant population, genetic variation, evidence for selection, and genome evolution

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Willingness and ability to work independently and in a team as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in Biology or a related field upon hire
  • Experience producing and analyzing plant genomic data
  • Authorship of peer-reviewed publications of research in a field related to the position
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with research on the evolution and ecology of invasive/weedy plant species.
  • Experience rearing plants in a greenhouse or growth chamber.
  • Experience preparing plant DNA for next-generation sequencing.
  • Experience with bioinformatic analyses of plant genomic data and/or plant genomes.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.00
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $56,484 - $56,880
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 6/3/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Katrina Dlugosch
[email protected]
Open Date 3/21/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant For your application to be considered complete:
  • Submit a Cover Letter that describes your qualifications for this position, your career interests, and how this position would advance your career goals.
  • Submit a CV that details your educational, research, teaching, and service/outreach background.
  • In the "Additional Document" slot, upload the names and contact information of three professional references.
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