Postdoctoral Research Associate (Job Code: OGL-LC, posted 06/15/09) The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) seeks a postdoctoral research associate to investigate lignocellulose degradation by wood boring marine bivalves of the family Teredinidae (shipworms) and their bacterial endosymbionts. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable and experienced in genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics and must have excellent laboratory skills in molecular biology and microbiology. Knowledge of microscopy and enzymology of lignocellulose degradation is also desirable. OGL seeks an employee with excellent organizational, communication and laboratory skills, who pays strong attention to detail and has the desire and ability to work well in a collaborative group setting. The position is available immediately and offers exciting opportunities for broad research training, publication, competitive salary and benefits, and the potential for advancement within a new academically oriented non-profit research institution. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, list of publications, and contact information for at least three references by email to care...@oglf.org (referencing job code OGL-LC in the subject line) or by regular mail to the address below.
--- Research Assistants - Full and Part Time (Job Codes: OGL-FTRA09 and OGL-PTRA09, posted 06/23/09) The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) seeks research assistants to aid with all aspects of operation of the Ocean Genome Resource DNA repository and its associated research projects. The successful candidates will have experience and general knowledge of collection management, basic techniques of molecular biology and microbiology (e.g., DNA extraction and handling, gel electrophoresis, PCR amplification, cloning, sterile technique, bacterial cultivation techniques, etc.), and excellent computer and data management skills. Experience and knowledge of protein biochemistry is also desirable. Full- and part-time positions are available immediately. --- Administrative Assistant - Part Time (Job Codes: OGL-AA, posted 06/24/09) The Ocean Genome Legacy Laboratory for Marine Genomic Research (www.oglf.org) seeks a part- time administrative assistant to aid in general operations, including editing and formatting an online quarterly newsletter using web forms, summarizing and distributing monthly and quarterly financial reports using QuickBooks and Excel, processing incoming donations and sending out acknowledgements, coordinating shipment and receipt of genomic sample deposits, and assisting with various administrative functions, such as maintaining meeting schedules, entering data, electronic and paper filing, copying, and ordering supplies. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, accurate, and efficient with a working knowledge of web forms and the ability to navigate the Web, proficiency in MS Office and QuickBooks, a basic understanding of accounting principles, and 1-2 years administrative experience. This position will start at 5-10 hours a week and is available immediately. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, list of publications, and contact information for at least three references by email to care...@oglf.org (referencing job code OGL-AA in the subject line) or by regular mail to the address below. --- Ocean Genome Legacy, Inc. is a publically supported non-profit research organization dedicated to exploration, description, documentation, and preservation of the genomic diversity of the oceans. Located on the campus of New England Biolabs in Ipswich, MA, OGL is an equal opportunity employer that receives support from the National Science Foundation, the Department of Energy, and the National Institutes of Health. Please direct all inquiries to: Daniel L. Distel, Ph.D. Executive Director, Ocean Genome Legacy 240 County Rd., Ipswich, MA 01938 care...@oglf.org http://www.oglf.org/
