Postdoctoral Research Associate
Posting: 12068
Location: Eugene
Closes: Open Until Filled
The Department of Anthropology and the Institute of Ecology and
Evolution (IE2) at the University of Oregon invite applications for a
post-doctoral researcher to study the relationships among genetics,
environmental change, demography, and disease transmission in wild
non-human primates. This research is part of a new NIH-funded project
focused on the biological and human dimensions of primate retroviral
transmission. Specifically, the successful candidate will be using
molecular methods to infer patterns of relatedness and migration in a
primate community occupying a fragmented landscape (Kibale National
Park, Uganda), contributing to a larger effort aimed at understanding
disease transmission. S/he will be part of an international and
multidisciplinary collaborative research team, an integral member of the
Molecular Anthropology Group at the University of Oregon
(http://molecular-anthro.uoregon.edu/), and will work closely with other
labs in the Institute of Ecology and Evolution
(http://ie2.uoregon.edu/). The following criteria apply:
1) Candidates must have completed a PhD in Anthropology, Biology,
or a relevant discipline within the biological sciences prior to start
date.
2) Candidates must have strong interests in evolutionary biology
and/or ecology with a demonstrated commitment to publishing and a career
in research. Interests in molecular ecology, conservation biology, and
disease ecology are a plus.
3) Strong preference will be given to candidates who have expertise
in (or are dedicated to learning) computational approaches that can be
used to assemble 2nd generation sequence data and conduct evolutionary
population genetic/genomic analyses.
4) Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with
molecular genetic wet lab methods, especially as applied to eukaryotic
organisms.
5) Candidates must be team players who are able to thrive in a
collaborative working environment and work effectively with faculty,
staff and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
6) Candidates must be willing to relocate to Eugene, Oregon for 2
years.
The successful candidate will gain experience in using state of the art
molecular methods to address pressing environmental, conservation, and
health concerns. S/he will be intimately involved in the continuing
development of latest-generation sequencing methods for acquiring
population genomic data from non-model organisms and non-invasively
collected samples. Duties will include assembly and analysis of genomic
data, publication and presentation of results, and helping mentor
graduate and undergraduate students in collaboration with colleagues
from Africa, North America, and the UK. The successful applicant will
also be encouraged to engage in fieldwork and explore new research
directions of his/her choosing, assisted by a strong team of
collaborators.
The University of Oregon is a highly ranked public research university
(R1) and one of the 61 esteemed members of the Association of American
Universities (AAU). Eugene is the second largest city in Oregon and an
excellent place for the arts and outdoors. It is perfectly situated in
the Willamette Valley with Portland, the Pacific Coast, and the Cascade
Mountains all within a short drive.
A complete application consists of a current CV, statement of research
interests and qualifications specifically addressing the referenced
criteria, and a list of three people (names, affiliations, email
addresses) who can serve as references. Please direct inquiries to Dr.
Nelson Ting (nt...@uoregon.edu).
Application materials should be sent to ie2j...@uoregon.edu and must be
received by March 28, 2012 to assure full consideration, although the
position will remain open until filled. Start date is negotiable but no
later than September 2012.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action
institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act
