Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Biological Sciences

Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Biological Sciences
Clemson University: College of Science: Biological Sciences

Location: Jordan 120
Open Date: Jul 01, 2024

Description
The Koski Plant Evolutionary Ecology Lab is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to conduct research on floral color evolution in a Southeastern annual plant. Specifically, we are examining the roles of pollinator shifts, abiotic shifts, and sensory drive in shaping flower color diversity among populations.

The postdoc will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data, mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers, and writing manuscripts. Research will be conducted in the greenhouse, growth chambers, and natural field populations.

The primary projects will be a multi-generation experimental evolution study combined with growth chamber and field experiments. The ideal candidate would also take advantage of opportunities to study population genomics and metabolomics of the focal species, and/or engage in a community science project on flower color evolution. Funding is available for up to three years based on performance.

For more information about the department, please visit the Department's website at https://www.clemson.edu/science/academics/departments/biosci/index.html

For more information about Clemson, please visit the website http://www.clemson.edu/.


Qualifications
The applicant should have a PhD in evolutionary biology, ecology, plant biology or a closely related field. They should exhibit strong skills in the following: statistics, scientific writing, experimental design, and research mentorship.

Desired (but not required) expertise include the following: selection analyses, statistics in R, bioinformatics with a focus on population genomics, plant biochemistry.


Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately; however, the position will remain open until filled. Applicants should submit the following items via Interfolio at:

http://apply.interfolio.com/148925

(1) Cover Letter highlighting research and mentoring initiatives

(2) CV

(3) Contact information for 3 references

For more information, please contact Matt Koski (mkoski@clemson.edu)


For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/148925

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