A postdoctoral position is currently available in the lab of Reade Roberts in the North Carolina State University Department of Biological Sciences (Raleigh, NC).
An ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in working with high-throughput sequencing data for gene expression analysis, genome assembly, comparative genomics, and/or metagenomics. Molecular biology skills are a plus. Candidates must have a PhD in an appropriate field, and the motivation, creativity, and analytical skills to drive and develop their line of research. While the successful candidate will take lead on their own project(s), they will also be expected to provide some bioinformatic support to other lab member projects in a collaborative manner.
The overarching research aim of the Roberts Lab is to understand the genetic basis of adaptive evolution and developmental differences, using East African cichlid fishes as a comparative model system. Research in the lab draws on a number of skill sets, including genetic mapping, gene expression analysis, comparative genomics, bioinformatics, fieldwork, and evolutionary, developmental, and molecular biology. Active projects focus on polygenic sex determination systems and dietary adaptation at the level of the gastrointestinal tract, and the successful candidate would be expected to contribute to these on-going research themes. Potential specific experiments under these themes are quite varied, but each should ultimately contribute to the identification of genes, genetic changes, and epistatic interactions modulating sex determination or gastrointestinal biology.
The position is full-time for one year, with further extension subject to satisfactory performance in the first year.
Interested applicants should send a brief note (~1 page) describing previous research experience and their interests and goals in our lab, as well as a current CV including contact information for at least two references. Please send application materials or any questions regarding the position to [email protected]. Applications will be considered on an on-going basis until the position is filled.
An ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in working with high-throughput sequencing data for gene expression analysis, genome assembly, comparative genomics, and/or metagenomics. Molecular biology skills are a plus. Candidates must have a PhD in an appropriate field, and the motivation, creativity, and analytical skills to drive and develop their line of research. While the successful candidate will take lead on their own project(s), they will also be expected to provide some bioinformatic support to other lab member projects in a collaborative manner.
The overarching research aim of the Roberts Lab is to understand the genetic basis of adaptive evolution and developmental differences, using East African cichlid fishes as a comparative model system. Research in the lab draws on a number of skill sets, including genetic mapping, gene expression analysis, comparative genomics, bioinformatics, fieldwork, and evolutionary, developmental, and molecular biology. Active projects focus on polygenic sex determination systems and dietary adaptation at the level of the gastrointestinal tract, and the successful candidate would be expected to contribute to these on-going research themes. Potential specific experiments under these themes are quite varied, but each should ultimately contribute to the identification of genes, genetic changes, and epistatic interactions modulating sex determination or gastrointestinal biology.
The position is full-time for one year, with further extension subject to satisfactory performance in the first year.
Interested applicants should send a brief note (~1 page) describing previous research experience and their interests and goals in our lab, as well as a current CV including contact information for at least two references. Please send application materials or any questions regarding the position to [email protected]. Applications will be considered on an on-going basis until the position is filled.