[Coral-List] Coral Population Genomics Postdoc, University of Guam

[David Combosch]

Post-Doctoral Researcher (Coral Population Genomics – EPSCoR) JOB # RC-21-17


The Island Evolution Lab (www.uog.edu/ml/labs/combosch) at the University of Guam Marine Laboratory seeks to recruit a postdoctoral research associate (Postdoc). The position is initially funded for 2 years, with the possibility of further extension, and is scheduled to be filled as soon as possible (i.e. ideally by in February/March 2021). It is funded by the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) project Guam Ecosystems Collaboratorium for Corals and Oceans (GECCO). The selected candidate will join a vibrant lab and have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects in the fields of population genetics and evolutionary genomics.
The Island Evolution Lab is committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe that a more diverse and interesting workplace generates more diverse and interesting outcomes in terms of ideas, experiences, people and publications. Guam and UOG are small but very diverse places, where people from many different, distant backgrounds interact within the local Chamorro culture. We try to actively contribute to this rich and inspiring diversity.

The postdoc will be responsible for:
• Leading studies within a large-scale population genomics research project, aimed at the distribution of genetic diversity within and among Micronesian Islands to quantify connectivity among reefs and identify local adaptations.
• Applying new methods and analytical tools to investigate population genomic patterns among scleractinian corals across oceanic islands.
• Writing publications and assisting with other projects in the laboratory, depending upon skills and research interests.
• Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
• Other duties assigned.

Minimum qualifications: 
• PhD or postdoctoral experience in genetics, genomics, marine biology or related field.
• Experience in analyzing large genetic/genomic datasets. 
• Proficient in Bash, R and command-line tools and scripting.
• Scientific field work experience, ideally marine, including diving experience.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities: 
• Organized.
• Team science oriented and interested in mentoring.
• Highly motivated and pro-active.
• Excellent writing and good communication skills.

Preferred qualifications: 
• Experience with population genomic datasets and analysis.
• Proficient in Python, GitHub etc. 
• Scientific dive certification (AAUS), ideally with experience working on tropical reefs. A scientific dive certification (AAUS) can also be obtained at the Marine Lab. 
• Basic knowledge of coral biology and taxonomy and/or experience working with corals. 
• Interest in contributing to website content, social media and other outreach efforts.
• Experience working in island settings.

Salary & Benefits:
Grade N, Step 1, $21.64/h. Temporary, Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
Social Security, Medical and Dental Insurance, 4 hours annual leave and 4 hours sick leave per pay period, holiday pay, up to 3% 403(b) match based upon employee contribution of 3%. 

Questions and inquiries should be sent to David Combosch (comboschd at triton.uog.edu).
Formal job announcement: https://www.uog.edu/rcuog/job-announcements.php

Application process:
Position Open Until Filled. The initial review of applications will occur on January 07, 2021 (Chamorro Standard Time/UTC+10).
To apply, please 
1) fill out the online application form at www.uog.edu/rcuog/employment-application 
and email the following documents to the Research Cooperation of the University of Guam (RCUOG) at rcuoghr at triton.uog.edu:
2) A cover letter, outlining your interests in the job, addressing the requirements listed above and summarizing your past academic accomplishments.
3) CV, including a list of three references with contact information. Letters will be requested directly, as needed.
4) University transcripts.



Si yu'os ma'åse,
	
Dr. David Combosch (he/his)
Associate Professor
Island Evolution Lab

Marine Laboratory
University of Guam

https://www.uog.edu/ml/labs/combosch
https://scholar.harvard.edu/combosch
The University of Guam is an equal opportunity provider and employer.