Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Genetics and Biochemistry
Clemson University: College of Science: Genetics & Biochemistry
Location: BIOSYSTEMS RESEARCH CPLX (BRC) Room 317C
Open Date: Oct 21, 2024
Description
The Lewis Lab in the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry at Clemson University is recruiting an evolutionary genomics postdoctoral researcher as part of an NSF-funded project to study adaptation in neotropical butterflies. This research will build on substantial preliminary data to study the evolution of sexual dimorphisms, adaptation to local environments, and/or wing color pattern evolution. The postdoc will work with the PI to develop a research program that includes their own interests. Projects may include travel to Central and South America.
This position is currently supported for up to three years, with the possibility of further support for additional postdoctoral study. Assistance will be provided for independent postdoc fellow applications.
About the Lewis Lab:The Lewis Lab uses population and functional genomics to identify the molecular mechanisms and evolutionary processes that underlie adaptive evolution. Clemson University is an R1 institution located in beautiful Clemson, SC on Lake Hartwell, at the base of the Blue Ridge mountains. The city of Greenville, SC is 40 minutes away and there are 5 national forests within a 2 hour drive!
For more information about Clemson, please visit the website
http://www.clemson.edu/.
For more information about the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry and its programs, please visit
https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/genbio/index.html.
For more information about the Lewis Lab, please visit the website
https://jameslewislab.com/.
Qualifications
This position requires a PhD in biology, evolutionary biology, genetics, genomics, or a related field. Experience working with large genomic datasets is preferred, but not required.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by
November 25, 2024. Review will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following items via Interfolio in a
single PDF:
http://apply.interfolio.com/1502781) A cover letter (2 pages maximum) describing research interests, background, and future goals
2) CV
3) Up to three publications that highlight the applicants' background (optional)
4) Contact information for 2-3 references. Letters of recommendation will be requested for top candidates.
For more information, please contact James Lewis at jjl8@clemson.edu.
For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/150278
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
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