Dear All:
Please forward the ad below to anyone you think is interested and qualified.
We will begin reviewing applications 15 August 2016.
My apologies for duplicate messages.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Pending Final Approval of Funding
(Full-time Restricted One-Year Position)
(Role Title: Laboratory and Research Specialist I)
Position #: 0087
Salary Range: Pay Band 3
Minimum Starting Pay: $32,000
Location: Martinsville VA
We anticipate final approval of funding for a postdoctoral researcher in
functional morphology to study adaptations for feeding and locomotion in extant
mammals (particularly Sciurus niger and S. carolinensis specimens housed in the
Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) collections.) This project will
entail analyzing the shape of the skull and appendicular skeleton of specimens
using digital photographs and geometric morphometric approaches. We anticipate
opportunities for additional projects in collaboration with other VMNH staff
(e.g., entomology, paleontology, and zooarchaeology). We expect the successful
candidate to take the lead role in presenting results at professional
conferences and in drafting and submitting manuscripts for publication.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. In consultation with VMNH curators, identify sets of specimens and
analytical approaches to study specimens from VMNH holdings and collections
housed by other institutions.
2. Assist curators and other VMNH staff with activities related to
storage, organization, and maintenance of specimens borrowed from other
institutions.
3. Photograph specimens, set landmarks, conduct statistical and geometric
morphometric analyses.
4. Maintain inventories and logs of specimens as they are being
photographed and analyzed.
5. Draft one or more manuscripts (text, tables and figures) for
publication.
6. Prepare and present talks and/or posters at professional conferences.
7. Other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE:
1. The position is Pay Band 3 (minimum starting pay $32,000, depending on
qualifications and experience.)
2. An excellent state benefits package (including health insurance and
retirement) is offered and detailed at
http://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ph.D. required by date of hire.
2. Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to prioritize and to work independently.
6. Demonstrated proficiency with digital cameras and imaging software.
7. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and relational database
software.
8. Expertise in geometric morphometrics.
9. Expertise in comparative methods.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Peer-reviewed publications using geometric morphometrics and
comparative methods are strongly preferred.
2. Familiarity with mammalian anatomy and mammalian systematics is also
preferred.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
The Commonwealth of Virginia online application is available at
http://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com
Only online applications are accepted. In addition to the online application,
applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of
research and career interests and goals (no more than 3 pages), a list of
publications relevant to the application, and names and contact information of
at least three references. These documents may be attached to the online
application. Review of applications will begin 15 August 2016; applications
will be accepted until position is filled.
The Virginia Museum of Natural History complies with E-Verify, which is an
internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in
partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating
employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly
hired employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are afforded
equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetics, or disability. The successful applicant must furnish
proof of identity and employment eligibility and is subject to a background
check.
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