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　　Research Associate-Fixed Term

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　　Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

　　Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources

　　Department:Fisheries And Wildlife 10002344

　　Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

　　Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

　　Location: East Lansing

　　Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

　　Position Summary

　　We seek a postdoctoral research associate to join our research efforts on evolutionary and functional genomics in fish. The successful applicant will work as part of an interdisciplinary group and leverage a newly renovated laboratory designed for rearing and genetically modifying sea lamprey and zebrafish to 1) study the genomic regulation of reproduction, development, or life history strategies in sea lamprey and zebrafish and 2) develop and evaluate the efficacy of approaches to generate genetically modified sea lamprey. Specific research questions are flexible depending on the selected candidates’ interests and could be related to evo-devo, behavior, invasive species control, human health, or other fields. Qualified applicants must have a background in biology and experience or interest in molecular biology and genome editing using CRISPR/CAS9; interest in collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral research associates from diverse disciplines and academic backgrounds; excellent written and oral communication skills; and experience working in a diverse environment and in programs designed to promote inclusion. Candidates with a doctorate in biology, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, or related fields will be considered.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required Degree

　　Doctorate -biology, molecular biology, genetics

　　Minimum Requirements

　　Interest in molecular biology and genome editing using CRISPR/CAS9Desired Qualifications

　　Interest/experience in collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral research associates from diverse disciplines and academic backgrounds

　　Excellent written and oral communication skills

　　Interest/experience working in a diverse environment and in programs designed to promote inclusion.

　　Required Application Materials

　　CV

　　A cover letter describing previous research experience and interest/qualifications in the position

　　List of three references, including contact information

　　Special Instructions

　　For more information, please contact Dr. Tyler Bucinger ([email protected]) or Dr. Weiming Li ([email protected]) and/or visithttps://www.lilabmsu.com/.

　　Review of Applications Begins On

　　02/05/2024

　　Website

　　https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/

　　Department Statement

　　The Department of Fisheries and Wildlifeis a vibrant community of scholars comprising >40 core faculty (tenure stream and fixed-term faculty, and academic specialists), 80 graduate and 240 undergraduate students, and >30 research associates. Our Mission is to build local, national, and international capacities to conserve ecosystems that support fish, wildlife, and society through integrated programs in research, education and engagement. We are committed to the integrative nature of natural resources conservation and management, with our expertise ranging from disciplinary areas with a long-standing history in the domain of fisheries and wildlife to those emerging more recently. For more information about the Department, please visit our website:https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/

　　MSU Statement

　　Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

　　Advertised: Jan 12, 2024 Eastern Standard Time