[Coral-List] Postdoctoral Researcher and Graduate Student in Marine Ecology

[Jordan Casey]

The Casey Lab <https://caseylab.weebly.com/> at the University of Texas at
Austin Marine Science Institute <https://utmsi.utexas.edu/> (UTMSI) is
recruiting a postdoctoral researcher and a graduate student to conceive and
conduct research in marine trophic ecology. Our research investigates
marine trophic interactions using molecular techniques, with a special
focus on coral reef fishes. To learn more about the Casey Lab, check
out our research
themes <https://caseylab.weebly.com/research.html> and publications
<https://caseylab.weebly.com/publications.html>. Most of our research
occurs on tropical coral reefs, but we are expanding our work to the Texas
Coastal Bend. UTMSI is a leading marine research facility located in Port
Aransas, a small community on the Gulf coast of Texas.



*Closing date: August 3, 2020*

*Successful applicants will be interviewed in mid-August.*

*Preferred start date: January 16, 2021 (flexible)*


I am committed to promoting diversity in science and actively seek to
include racial or ethnic minorities, women, people that identify as LGBTQ+,
and other disadvantaged/underrepresented groups.

Postdoctoral Researcher

The postdoctoral researcher will lead the collection and processing of
Caribbean fish gut content data with molecular tools. Combining these data
with an existing, expansive dataset from the South Pacific will permit the
investigation of how environmental and phylogenetic factors interact to
shape fish diet and nutrient exchange across geographic regions. Specific
research questions within this framework are flexible.



To qualify, the applicant must have a Ph.D. within the last three years,
scientific diving qualifications, experience leading remote field work on
coral reefs, a strong quantitative background, and a demonstrated capacity
to publish and contribute to a collaborative research environment. Desired,
but not required, training includes small boat operation,
freediving/spearfishing, fish dissections, and DNA metabarcoding.



The position involves full-time employment for 2 years, with the potential
to extend the position pending funding. The successful candidate will
receive a competitive salary and have access to research funds.



To apply, please submit the following to Dr. Jordan Casey (
jcasey508 at gmail.com) by August 3rd:

(1) Cover letter (1 page)

(2) CV – including degrees, work experience, and publications

(3) Research proposal (2 pages)
(4) Academic references – names and contact information of two referees

Graduate Student

A graduate research assistantship is available for students seeking a M.S.
or Ph.D. degree. The topic is flexible, but it should align with the
current research themes <https://caseylab.weebly.com/research.html> of the
Casey Lab.



To qualify, the applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate
science discipline, a strong academic background, experience conducting
marine field and/or labwork, and a demonstrated capacity to contribute to a
collaborative research environment. Desired, but not required,
training/experience includes small boat operation, scientific diving,
proficiency with R, and publishing scientific research.



The successful candidate will receive appropriate training, participate in
collaborative lab projects, and have access to research funds. The
preferred start date is January 16, 2021, but it may be delayed to summer
2021.



To apply, please submit the following to Dr. Jordan Casey (
jcasey508 at gmail.com) by August 3rd:

(1) CV – including degree(s), work experience, and publications (if
applicable)

(2) Letter of interest / research proposal (2 pages)

(3) Academic references – names and contact information of two referees


Post-interview, successful applicant(s) will need to formally apply through
UTMSI by September 2020. Find out more about UTMSI's Master of Science and
Doctor of Philosophy degrees and admission requirements
<https://utmsi.utexas.edu/academics/graduate>.

*The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws
regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is
committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital
status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs
and activities, and admissions.*


-- 
*Jordan M Casey, PhD*
Casey Lab Website <https://caseylab.weebly.com/>