Post Doctoral Research Scientist - Hamdan

Post Doctoral Research Scientist - Hamdan

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Post Doctoral Research Scientist - Hamdan.

Position Details
Location	Gulf Coast Research Laboratory 703 East Beach Drive Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564 United States
Division	Coastal Sciences
Position Type	Staff
Employment Status	Full Time
Grant Funded	Yes
Posting Close Date	Open until filled

Job Summary 
The Hamdan Lab in the School of Ocean Science and Engineering at the University of Southern Mississippi seeks a postdoctoral researcher to support microbiome studies of benthic ecosystems, primarily within the Gulf of Mexico. Individuals with experience with microbiology and biogeochemistry, with specific knowledge and expertise in molecular ecology, are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should be motivated to take a project vision and shape it with scientific expertise, and work with a team to support discovery and learning.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Engage in a project studying microbiomes and metagenomes to characterize communities.

Develop expertise in benthic microbial ecology and contribute new knowledge and ideas to this area of research.

Develop and apply bioinformatics tools and approaches to identify communities, relevant taxa and associations. Learn and apply machine learning tools to datasets generated during the course of the study in collaboration with project scientists from other institutions.

Participate in planning and executing field work on oceanographic research vessels.

Contribute significantly to written and oral communication, including the development of peer-reviewed manuscripts, blog posts, outreach through social media, and public outreach products designed to engage broad audiences in the study of the deep-sea.

Participate in student mentoring, and perform other duties as assigned by the study PI.

Minimum Qualifications  
Doctoral degree from an accredited university or college in coastal or marine sciences, microbiology, geomicrobiology, biogeochemistry or similar with two year’s experience in relevant studies.  
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Organized, self-motivated, and able to work with a team to support discovery and learning.
  
• Values and respects the perspectives and experiences of others.
  
• Patience and determination.
  
• Teamwork and Interpersonal skills.
  
• Proficiency with standard laboratory techniques, molecular biology, laboratory safety procedures, and computer literacy.
  
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  
• Ability to contribute to reports, correspondence, peer-reviewed manuscripts and outreach.
  
• Ability to participate in fieldwork.

Preferred Qualifications  
Experience and proficiency in bioinformatics and statistical analysis.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
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As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.