PostDoctoral Associate

Job Summary

The Quandt Mycology Laboratory encourages applications for a Bioinformatician Post Doctoral Research Associate! The successful candidate will have experience working with microbial organisms; work with fungal genomics would be helpful but is not required. The candidate will be joining both the Quandt Lab, and a diverse team of researchers exploring: the quantification of underrepresented fungi, the associations between parasitic microfungi and their hosts, the geographical distributions of parasitic microfungi, and the taxonomy and systematics of microfungal lineages. Additionally, the successful candidate will have flexibility to design and pursue research both within and outside the bounds of this specific appointment.

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Who We Are

EBIO's disciplinary strengths include ecology, evolution, genetics, behavior, biology education research and systematics. Our research programs have relevance for global change, conservation biology, the spread of diseases, and revealing fundamental mechanisms underlying the structural and functional adaptations of organisms.

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The Quandt lab is part of the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EBIO) Department at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Our lab studies fungal evolutionary biology - especially the evolution of host association, the evolution of pathogenicity, how fungi interact with other microorganisms, and fungal biodiversity. Phylogenetics, genomics, metagenomics, transcriptomics, experimental evolution, and molecular community ecology are tools that we are currently using to address these larger interests in fungal biology. Check out our website for more information: https://quandtmycology.weebly.com/

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Comparative genomics of obligate plant and insect pathogenic fungi on NSF funded project.
• Streamlining and updating the lab’s current bioinformatics approaches.
• Hosting internal workshops.
• Present results at internal meetings, meetings with external stakeholders, and international scientific conferences.

What You Should Know

• The anticipated start date or this position is August 2023, but this is negotiable.
• Funding for this position is for 2 years and is not expected to be renewed.
• There is the opportunity for field work depending on the successful candidate's desires and the lab's needs.

What We Can Offer

The hiring range for this full-time position is $57,000 - $70,000 annually.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• A PhD in Bioinformatics, Genomics, Mycology or related field.

What You Will Need

• Experience with microbial bioinformatics is preferred, and work with fungal genomics would be helpful. Specific experience with coding languages such as perl, python, and unix will be prioritized.
• A strong track record of creative and rigorous research.
• A highly independent/motivated researcher who also has a collaborative mindset, and willingness to work with, and instruct, colleagues.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Current CV/Resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
3. During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for one (1) reference. We will request a letter of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses
4. Optional: Transcripts/Proof of Degree.

For full consideration, please apply by July 30, 2023 . The position will remain open until September 1, 2023 .

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs .

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu