Details

　　Open Date 01/17/2024

　　Requisition Number PRN37431B

　　Job Title Post Doctoral Fellow (E)

　　Working Title Post Doctoral Fellow (E) - Avila-Lovera Lab

　　Job Grade A00

　　FLSA Code Administrative

　　Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

　　Standard Hours per Week 40

　　Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

　　Shift Day

　　Work Schedule Summary

　　TBD

　　VP Area Academic Affairs

　　Department 00116 - School of Biological Sciences

　　Location Campus

　　City Salt Lake City, UT

　　Type of Recruitment External Posting

　　Pay Rate Range 55,0000/year

　　Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Job Summary

　　The Ávila-Lovera lab in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Utah, UT, seeks a postdoctoral research associate to join a project with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

　　The Ávila-Lovera lab is interested in understanding the role of stem photosynthesis on physiological performance of desert plants. The main objective of the projecy is to determine the link between stem photosynthesis and drought tolerance by understanding the mechanistic link between stem photosynthesis and both water-use efficiency and hydraulic conductivity. Field work in desert locations in Utah and other nearby states is expected. There is flexibility to drive the project in new and interesting directions. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in support of the project.

　　The salary will be $55,000 per year plus access to health benefits.

　　Responsibilities

　　The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Dr. Eleinis Ávila-Lovera. Funding is secured for 24 months, with possibility of extension.

　　The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to the area in order to complete the field work.

　　Required qualifications: PhD in plant biology, ecology, or similar relevant fields with knowledge of plant ecophysiology. The research involves work in hot and dry conditions during spring and summer. A valid driver’s license will be required.

　　Preferred qualifications: Experience measuring plant gas exchange and hydraulic conductivity is preferred, but not required.

　　Contact Information

　　To apply, please provide a letter of interest, a CV, and a list of three professional contacts sent to Dr. Ávila-Lovera at [email protected] by February 15th, 2024.

　　The position will remain open until filled.

　　Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Preferences

　　The University of Utah, a Top Tier-1 research institution by the Carnegie Foundation and member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, is the flagship of the Utah System of Higher Education. A PAC -12 institution, the “U” has been on a climbing trajectory powered by a diverse student body, staff, and faculty with increasing graduation rates, research funding, and charitable donations. The U is located in the beautiful Wasatch front and is home to a robust economy and numerous recreational opportunities.

　　Type Benefited Staff

　　Special Instructions Summary

　　Additional Information

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