Research Associate – Fisheries Molecular Biology/Genomics

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Agency

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute

Location

Gloucester, MA

Job Category

Full time Positions

Salary

DOE

Last Date to Apply

08/30/2021

Website

https://www.gmgi.org

Description

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) is an exciting new independent marine research institute that is applying innovative genomic technologies to marine science for discoveries that impact fisheries and human health. GMGI has a full-time position for a Research Associate who will play an important role in contributing to our fisheries research programs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in molecular biology/ecology applied to fisheries questions and knowledge of common molecular laboratory techniques and data analysis. The candidate must be capable of working independently to design experiments, generate high quality data, and analyze results for a variety of projects directed by GMGI research staff. Experience with collection and processing of fisheries samples and analysis of environmental DNA (eDNA) for assessing biodiversity and species presence/absence is highly desirable. This position is an extraordinary opportunity for an ambitious and entrepreneurial person who is interested in helping to create a world-class research institute. Responsibilities • Design and execute experiments using molecular biology/genomics techniques • DNA/RNA isolations and quantification, PCR, qPCR, RT-qPCR • Next-generation sequencing using the Illumina platform • Develop protocols for assessing biodiversity and species presence from eDNA samples • Strong knowledge of experimental design, bioinformatics, and statistics • Organize and execute field collections for fisheries and eDNA samples, processing and archiving samples, including necropsy and harvesting tissues • Prepare reports as requested and contribute to grant proposals and manuscripts • Background reading suited to individual projects • Training of staff or interns on research techniques as required

Qualifications

Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, marine biology, or related discipline • Experience in fisheries and/or aquaculture research • Experience with molecular biology methods (e.g. qPCR, RT-qPCR, Next-Generation Sequencing) • Capable of planning and executing experiments with minimal supervision • Experience working with modern molecular biology/genomics instruments • Knowledge of population genetics theory and data analysis • Familiarity with the command line interface, Linux, and R • Excellent writing and documentation skills • Excellent communication and teamwork skills • Integrity towards scientific research and data quality • Capable of working in a start-up environment, with work changing to adapt to needs • Enthusiasm and commitment to GMGI’s mission for science and education • Self-starting, independent, creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills This position requires the desire, persistence and ability to work in a start-up environment and to help build a transformative research institute. This position will report to the Senior Fisheries Research Associate.

Contact Person

Human Resources

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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