Postdoctoral Associate
Position in Pathogen Comparative and Evolutionary Genomics Dr. Laura Goodman's Lab,
Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences College of Veterinary
Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Seeking an outstanding individual to join the Goodman Lab in
the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, Cornell
University College of Veterinary Medicine, as a full-time postdoctoral
associate analysis position in the area of evolutionary genomics of bacteria
and coronavirus. The postdoctoral associate will work in collaboration with the
Stanhope Lab and investigators at other institutions on projects relating to E.
coli adaptation and antibiotic resistance in dogs, and alpha and beta coronavirus
evolution in animals. Data for the E. coli project are already collected
and the coronavirus sequence data collection is underway. The candidate should
be well versed in basic principles and techniques of prokaryote comparative
genomics, as well as molecular evolution analysis. Successful candidates should
have an interest in infectious diseases, strong communication and interpersonal
skills, and demonstrate skills and experience in handling and manipulating
large data sets, via remote server access using Linux command line.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in molecular biology,
microbiology, evolutionary biology or related field.
- Must be able to work confidently
as an independent researcher in a remote analysis set-up.
- Must be experienced in handling
NextGen sequence data – preferably in prokaryotes.
- Experience in evolutionary genetic
analysis.
To apply, visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17266,
to submit a cover letter describing your research interests, career goals,
research skills, and experience; CV (including a list of publications); writing
sample, and the names of three professional references.
As per Cornell’s standard policy, this is a one-year
appointment, subject to renewal based on performance and available
funding.
The chosen candidate could start immediately and will be
expected to work remotely in an approved US domestic location that meets
Cornell’s liability and compensation policies. Relocation is not required or
expected.
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please
contact Dr. Laura Goodman (laura.goodman@cornell.edu).
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finished (2020/10/21, finished 2021/01/29, listed until 2021/04/21)