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Job: Assistant Professor in Quantitative Ecology/Evolution Univ of Hawaii Manoa
Posted:Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:17:57 +0000
The Botany Department at U.Hawaii Manoa is searching for a quantitative ecology/evolutionary biology faculty member to start as an Assistant Professor. See the advertisement here
The department is searching for a highly creative and interactive scholar who fits into our multidisciplinary department. The area and system of study are open, although we are most interested in candidates who will address fundamental topics in ecological and/or evolutionary theory through the use of quantitative approaches. We encourage applications from candidates who adopt an integrative approach in their research.The competitive applicant will conduct conceptually oriented research that uses quantitative or computational approaches such as mathematical modeling, genomics/metagenomics, or network science.Duties will include: instruct assigned courses and seminars in topics such as biostatistics, bioinformatics, mathematical modeling, computational ecology and/or evolutionary biology that teach students strong quantitative and analytical skills for the analysis of large datasets to address complex ecological questions. The development of courses that teach tools such as complex network analyses of living systems, plant genomics, metagenomics, and/or plant phylogenetics and employ evidence-based, active learning pedagogy; to incorporate concepts of sustainability into courses taught.Additional duties include: supervise student independent study/research activities; to train and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; to serve on departmental, college, and university committees; to render service to the professional and lay community relevant to the individual’s academic specialty; to participate in curriculum development activities such as course materials and special instructional methods; to participate in graduate committees; to develop an externally funded research program in one or more areas of quantitative ecology/evolution leading to publication in leading scholarly journals; and to perform related tasks as assigned.To Apply:
Applicants must submit as a single pdf file: 1) a cover letter specifying the position and the research area; 2) a 2-page statement of research interests, activities, and plans; 3) a 2-page statement on teaching philosophy, interests, and plans; 4) a curriculum vitae detailing research, teaching, and service accomplishments; 5) copies of up to 4 relevant publications; and 6) the names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers of 4 professional references. Email applications to: botsrch@hawaii.edu.Inquiries to:
Dr. Anthony Amend; amend@hawaii.edu
botsrch@hawaii.eduApplication Review begins: November 24, 2017
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Postdoc: Ecological Genomics of Nectar, Stanford University
Posted:Sat, 15 Jul 2017 02:53:22 +0000
Postdoctoral fellowships in community ecology
Two postdoctoral fellow positions are available in the Fukami Lab at Stanford University. The successful candidates will use nectar-inhabiting bacteria and yeasts to ask broad questions about ecological and evolutionary community assembly. There will be opportunities to develop independent and collaborative research. Expertise in one or more of the following and related fields is desirable: chemical ecology, pollination biology, and microbial ecology, genomics, and metagenomics. Appointment will initially be for one year and annually renewable for up to three additional years. Start date is preferably October 2017, but flexible.
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On the importance of conferences
Posted:Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:10:57 +0000
I just returned from the biennial Fungal Genetics Conference held at Asilomar State Park in Pacific Grove, California. It is wonderful, exhausting, invigorating, at times overwhelming firehose of new information. Nearly 900 researchers who work on fungi in some form come to attend. This meeting grew out of a primary focus on fungal genetics, but has now become a gathering that encompasses epigenetics, genomics, ecology, population and evolutionary biology, fungal associated chemistry, medical and animal associated mycology, and education and outreach on fungal biology. For me, it has become a special meeting since my first attendance as a graduate student. I’ve made friends, met mentors, got to know the fungal biology stars and rockstars (and more).
On the importance of gathering
I was thinking about the need for conferences and whether it was worth it for ~900 people to get on planes and cars and assemble in one place for a 4-5 day meeting. We read the papers, communicate by emails and video, what is special about a conference? I think there are a few essential things that come out of the meetings.
One is building community. Science is not done in a vacuum. The connections with close friends are strengthened, projects are discussed well past normal bedtimes. The zone that separates competitors and collaborators can be more flexible, or at least the shape of the competition can seem more human than the generic sense of trying to be first to finish and prove a new theory or idea. The mentorship and advice that comes from late night talks at poster sessions and over breakfast are not easily had outside of the conference. I met my postdoc mentor first at this meeting and that helped chart a lot of career.
Another is to hear the latest work. While some people may only cover summaries of published work, there is the exchange of information all at once that is hard to get in any other way. The nuance of the ideas shared in a presentation can also communicate more effectively than a written publication in some ways, so I enjoy the chance to hear and share the science in this way. Often the Q&A can bring up additional perspectives that add to the discourse.
A concentrated time to think just about the science. The increasingly busy daily routines make it hard to really sit and think about new ideas. While this conference no means has a lot of time for sitting and thinking, there is both the forced occasion to summarize your own work in a short talk and to try and digest the key points of a research project from others. The constant storm of work before the meeting does lead to the inevitable “I’m still working on my talk” that continue before you give you talk … but still this provides a chance to plant a flag on where you are in a project and get perspective on what the rest of the field is doing.
On the importance of place
I’ve only ever attended this conference at Asilomar Conference Grounds. It is a fantastic place for conferences, because of its history, the setting on the dramatic California coastline, the hallowed ground of historic scientific conferences as well as just the general fun and collegiality that being at ‘science camp’ on a grounds that was at one point a YMCA,YWCA summer camp. It is definitely one of the places many who have attended like to call one of their scientific homes. Much like MBL – Woods Hole or Cold Spring Harbor, or Friday Harbor are key places for doing science (and also places for great meetings) I think Asilomar has a clear place for defining the history of Fungal Genetics.
I’ve been to meetings without the sweeping landscape and in sterile hotel conference rooms. That certainly is less exciting, but doesn’t diminish the scientific discussion. But I think there is something different about a place which has the feel of a camp with outside and inside areas to gather in groups to discuss. Some years when the weather is less cooperating and we only can see misty fog and tug up the zippers on our jackets instead of a short sleeve, I still find myself taking a beach walk to catch up on latest projects with colleagues or listening to stories from the seasoned scientists about how a particular technique was perfected on account of seredipity.
Personal connection
The Fungal Genetics and Neurospora Genetics meetings are also a personal waystone for my career and friendships. I gave my first talk at this meeting as a graduate student and have had the opportunity to continue participate and serve on policy committee to help represent the community. I learned I got tenure just before one of the conferences and was able to celebrate with colleagues and friends where it (usually!) feels like success of any is success for the community. Conferences like these have been an important part of my scientific education and a chance to make lifelong friends with shared interests. I see grad school classmates, mentors, former graduate students or postdocs, and meet new people every time.
Future
I wanted to write these thoughts because it is has always been an exhausting but satisfying conference I look forward to. I also know the perpetuity of these events are not guaranteed. It is expensive to run one of these meetings. We are lucky to have the support of the Genetics Society of America for so much of the logistical aspects of organizing the meeting. Nor take for granted that the costs are still approachable for many to attend. Especially as part of my policy committee service, I am more aware of how much it costs to stay, feed, and rent space at a seaside resort in Northern California. Things can change as to who attends these meetings: pricing inevitably goes up, funding available for travel and conferences may be harder to get, or if for some other reason the diverse spirit or culture of the attendees of meetings might change. I can hope we keep infecting new folks with excitement for fungal biology and genetics to keep our field growing and engaged.
Not all change is bad, influx of new people or shifts in the scope of main research topics can invigorate a field with new ideas. Certainly some things will be different by 2019, but I hope many of us find ourselves back to Asilomar for the next installment of the Fungal Genetics conference.
Link to the program and a PDF link
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Postdoc: Fungal Ecology and Evolution
Posted:Tue, 14 Mar 2017 18:00:28 +0000
Postdoctoral Position in Fungal Ecology and Evolution
Contact: Dr. Serita Frey, Department of Natural Resources & the Environment,University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH USA Serita.Frey@unh.edu
(Questions can also be directed to Dr. Anne Pringle, University of Wisconsin-Madison, anne.pringle@wisc.edu)
Our laboratory aims to understand connections between microbial community structure and ecosystem function. We document the impacts of environmental change on the diversity, community composition, and function of the soil microbial community, and test whether shifts in the community subsequently influence ecosystem-scale carbon and nutrient cycling dynamics. A recent focus is on anthropogenic drivers of fungal evolution, in collaboration with Dr. Anne Pringle at the University of Wisconsin.
This two-year position will focus specifically on fungal evolution within global change contexts, with an emphasis on how fungi evolve in response to soil warming and simulated nitrogen deposition. The candidate will have the flexibility to explore questions that fall within this general topic area, while building on previous research conducted in the Frey and Pringle Labs. The candidate is expected to have strong interests and experience in evolution and ecology. Expertise in cultivation-based and genomic analyses as applied to soil fungi is highly desirable. The candidate will be expected to work independently, but also cooperatively with other members of the lab and with the Pringle Laboratory. A Ph.D. degree in evolution, ecology, natural resources, microbiology, or related field, along with relevant research experience is required. The target start date is Oct. 1, 2017, though an earlier start date is possible. Review of applications will begin April 15, 2017 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply please send the following items in a single PDF file to Serita Frey (serita.frey@unh.edu): letter of interest/experience, CV, and the names and contact information of three professional references.
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Postdoc, Student: Evolutionary Genomics Plant Pathogens
Posted:Tue, 10 Jan 2017 18:52:58 +0000
POSITIONS IN EVOLUTIONARY GENOMICS OF FUNGAL PLANT PATHOGENSWe are seeking talented and motivated postdoc (research associate) and PhD student (research assistant) candidates in the Fungal Genomics and Evolution Lab within the Synthetic and Systems Biology Unit of the Biological Research Center, with experience in molecular biology, microbiology, light microscopy or bioinformatics.The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for studying the evolution of the interaction between pathogenic fungi and host plants in the context of multicellular development using a wide range of high-throughput techniques, including single-cell transcriptomics, comparative genomics and bioinformatics. Candidates are welcome for both bioinformatics and wet-lab projects (please specify).The successful Candidate has:• PhD/Msc or equivalent in biology with specialization in molecular biology, functional genomics, bioinformatics or microbiology• Solid skills in molecular biology assays, microscopy and/or basic microbiological methods• Experience or interest in bioinformatics, phylogenetics• Fluency in English• Good team player traitsWe offer:• Top notch projects and instrumentation• International environment• Competitive salaries (420 000 HUF, equivalent to EUR 3 400 in Paris when adjusted to cost of living in Szeged [numbeo.com])• Extensive collaborator networkPreferred candidates will have diverse research interest, high motivation, excellent communication skills and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team. For more details on our research see the lab website: http://group.szbk.u-szeged.hu/sysbiol/nagy-laszlo- lab-index.html Related Publications:Kohler A, Kuo A, Nagy LG, et al. (2015) Nature Genetics 47:410-5. DOI: 10.1038/ng.3223Nagy LG, Ohm R, et al. (2014) Nature Communications 5:4471. DOI:10.1038/ncomms5471Contact and applicationIf interested, send a motivation letter along with your CV to Laszlo Nagy (cortinarius2000@gmail.com). -
Job: Northern Arizona University – Pathogen and Microbiome Institute
Posted:Thu, 05 Jan 2017 22:41:40 +0000
One tenure track assistant professor faculty position will be filled in the Pathogen and Microbiome Institute, with tenure assignment to an academic department relevant to the faculty member’s expertise (e.g., Department of Biological Sciences, School of Informatics and Computer Science and Cyber Systems) beginning August 21, 2017.
Job Description
Individuals are invited to apply for an assistant professor faculty position in the Pathogen and Microbiome Institute at Northern Arizona University. We are seeking individuals with research interests that complement existing strengths in basic or translational pathogen and microbiome research, which may include bioinformatics, genomics, immunology, molecular epidemiology, microbiology, population genetics, disease ecology, phylogeography, clinical and environmental microbiology expertise. This is a research intensive position with competitive teaching loads in subject areas that will be dictated by the applicant’s expertise. Evidence of grant potential will be required.
The successful candidates will be expected to: (1) develop and/or transfer an intensive research program that is supported by awards from extramural agencies; (2) contribute to the university graduate training program with M.S. and Ph.D. students, and postdoctoral fellows; and (3) perform service for the department, university, and profession.
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Job: Endowed Professorship in Medical Mycology – Univ Georgia
Posted:Thu, 08 Dec 2016 18:08:01 +0000
The Microbiology Department at the University of Georgia invites applications for a Professorship in Medical Mycology at the rank of associate or full professor. On behalf of the search committee, I request your assistance in identifying outstanding candidates seeking to grow their research program. The Microbiology Department is home to an interactive and collaborative faculty with interests in many aspects of microbiology, including fungal biology and infectious disease (http://mib.uga.edu/). UGA is also home to a large, interdisciplinary fungal biology research group (http://fungi.uga.edu/). Additional resources and opportunities for collaboration are available through a partnership between UGA and the medical school at Augusta University. The scientific environment at UGA, the generous start-up package, and endowed funds to support research personnel and expenditures, make this an exciting opportunity. Individuals with an excellent record of scholarship and funding consistent with appointment at the rank of associate or early full professor are encouraged to apply online (http://facultyjobs.uga.edu/
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Postdoc: P. destructans and White Nose Syndrome – Univ Wisconsin-Madison
Posted:Wed, 07 Dec 2016 21:50:34 +0000
Postdoc Microbiologist/Molecular Biologist: Wisconsin
Agency University of Wisconsin, Department of Pathobiological Sciences
Location Madison, Wisconsin
Job Category Post Doctoral Appointments
Salary $47,476.00 (annual salary)
Last Date to Apply 12/31/2016Description
POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION studying the mechanisms of resistance to white-nose syndrome (WNS), an emerging disease of bats caused by the fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans. Two years of funding is available through the University of Wisconsin’s Department of Pathobiological Sciences and the USGS National Wildlife Health Center located in Madison, WI. The primary objective of this project is to determine the biotic and abiotic properties of soil that reduce the abundance of infectious P. destructans in the environment. The specific objectives pertaining to WNS are to: 1) identify cave soils that suppress P. destructans, 2) characterize microbial communities and soil properties that may suppress P. destructans in the environment, and 3) investigate the potential to manipulate soils so that they are less conducive for the survival of P. destructans. The USGS National Wildlife Health Center conducts diagnostic work and research on numerous aspects of WNS and other wildlife diseases, and the selected candidate may have opportunities to work on additional projects as time and funding permit.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants should have a recent (last 1-3 years) Ph.D. with an emphasis in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, or a similar discipline. Applicants must have 1) a record of research and publications, 2) experience with next-generation sequencing, metagenomics, and microbial community analyses, 3) proficiency with real-time PCR, 4) ability to work independently and solve project objectives with limited assistance, 5) good written and oral communication skills, 6) ability to work with other scientists, and 7) interest in disease ecology. Experience with culturing bacteria and fungi from environmental samples and/or analysis of soil properties is preferred but not required. Interested applicants should send a cover letter outlining experience, research interests, and relevant coursework; a curriculum vitae; and contact information for three references to Dr. Jeffrey Lorch, US Geological Survey – National Wildlife Health Center at jlorch@usgs.gov (please cc applications to Dr. Tony Goldberg, University of Wisconsin-Madison at tony.goldberg@wisc.edu). Applicants should apply by December 31, 2016 to ensure consideration; however, applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Contact Person Jeffrey Lorch
Contact eMail jlorch@usgs.gov
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Job: Environmental Microbiology – UC Riverside
Posted:Tue, 06 Dec 2016 18:33:01 +0000
UC Riverside faculty position in Environmental Microbiology part of Hiring Cluster BREATHE: Environ./Medical Microbiology, Environ./Medical History, Pulmonary Physiology, Pulmonary/Mucosal Immunol
Job #JPF00639 School of Medicine – Biomedical Sciences
Environmental Microbiology – experience working in natural systems, and in soil and/or air microbial ecology. A range of expertise between bacterial, archaeal, and fungal organisms, is preferred, including aeromicrobiology, and organisms with airborne spores (e.g., Coccidioides, Aspergilli, Pseudomonas, Clostridium, etc.). In addition, the environmental microbiologist should have experience working with plant-microbe interactions relevant to invasive plants.
https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF00639
Note the Deadline for application is being moved to January 15, 2017.
DESCRIPTION
The University of California at Riverside (UCR) is implementing a major expansion of our faculty and investing in state-of-the-art research facilities to support their work. This expansion will build critical mass in 34 vital and emerging fields of scholarship, foster truly cross-disciplinary work, and further diversify the faculty at one of America’s most diverse research universities. We encourage applications from scholars committed to excellence and seeking to help define the research university for the next generation. For more information about our hiring initiative or to submit an application, please visit clusterhiring.ucr.edu or academicpersonnel.ucr.edu.
This announcement aims to fill up to five positions to help establish and build the BREATHE research group (Bridging Regional Ecology and Aerosolized Toxins to understand Health Effects) in interdisciplinary areas bringing together research in air quality, pulmonary biology and health, and public policy. Growth in research areas associated with this cluster will complement the impending move of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to the UCR campus. The placement of each successful candidate may be in departments in the College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (CNAS) such as Plant Pathology and Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, and Biology; the School of Medicine (SOM) including the Division of Biomedical Sciences and Division of Clinical Sciences; the Bourns College of Engineering (BCOE) such as Chemical and Environmental Engineering; the School of Public Policy; and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS), such as History, depending on the preferences of the candidate and interested host departments. Candidates are expected to develop an internationally recognized and externally funded research program in one or more areas related to air quality, lung function and health, and policy, as well as demonstrate an interest in building and working with interdisciplinary research teams. All candidates must have a PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in a relevant field and be strongly committed to both undergraduate and graduate teaching. Preference will be given to applicants whose research interests complement those of existing faculty in the School of Medicine, College of Engineering Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT), School of Public Policy, and the Center for Conservation Biology, and strengthen our initiative to develop an extramurally funded research center in air quality, health, and policy. Successful candidates must also have clear potential or demonstrated ability to work successfully with and benefit a diverse student body.
The next four positions to be filled in the BREATHE cluster will be in the areas of (1) Environmental Microbiology, (2) Environmental or Medical History, (3) Mammalian Pulmonary physiology, and (4) Pulmonary or mucosal immunology at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidates will have the ability to teach coursework and have expertise in the relevant areas. In addition, they will play a central role in helping assemble the cohort of affiliated researchers across the campus. This announcement solicits applications for these positions; applicants must indicate which of the four positions they are applying to:
- Environmental Microbiology – experience working in natural systems, and in soil and/or air microbial ecology. A range of expertise between bacterial, archaeal, and fungal organisms, is preferred, including aeromicrobiology, and organisms with airborne spores (e.g., Coccidioides, Aspergilli, Pseudomonas, Clostridium, etc.). In addition, the environmental microbiologist should have experience working with plant-microbe interactions relevant to invasive plants.
- Environmental or Medical History – history of science, medicine, and/or the environment, with preference for individuals interested in the connections among environment and health, and public policy, employing a mix of disciplinary approaches from such fields as environmental history, history of medicine, history of science, medical geography or historical geography.
- Mammalian pulmonary physiology – research focus can be on, but is not limited to, lung physiology, including comparative, ecological or evolutionary approaches, exercise physiology, as well as clinical topics such as infectious lung diseases, lung microbiome, chronic lung disease, asthma, or related diseases.
- Pulmonary or mucosal immunology – pulmonary inflammation or immunity, lung microbiome, chronic lung disease, asthma, or related diseases, with priority on research that also assesses the impact of inhaled particulates and pollutants, as well as other environmental, cultural or related factors.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.
Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.
To apply: Please send a full curriculum vitae, indication of the specific position applied for, a description of proposed research, teaching philosophy and letters from three professional references. A statement addressing potential contribution to academic diversity must be included. Application materials for the Assistant Professor position should be submitted through http://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JP00639. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 14, 2016. Positions will remain open until filled. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2017. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
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Job: Applied Molecular Biology of Plant Disease Resistance – Univ Georgia
Posted:Wed, 26 Oct 2016 20:20:43 +0000
The Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Georgia (UGA) seeks to fill a faculty position in Applied Molecular Biology of Plant Disease Resistance with an August 2017 start date. This position is open at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The successful candidate is expected to develop a vigorous, innovative, internationally recognized, and competitively funded program with the priority to understand and develop disease resistance in non-model plants that are economically important in the southeastern United States.
UGA, a Land/Sea Grant institution located 90 miles northeast of Atlanta, is ranked 18th among public universities in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 edition of America’s Best Colleges. The university offers a vibrant research environment with potential collaborations with faculty across the plant sciences (http://plantcenter.uga.edu) as well as in crop genetics (http://www.plantbreeding.uga.
edu), and bioinformatics (http://iob.uga.edu). Athens, GA, is consistently ranked highly for its quality of life and culture (https://www.visitathensga.com ). -
Job: Assistant Professor, Biochemical Interactome – NC State University
Posted:Wed, 26 Oct 2016 06:49:33 +0000
The Center for Integrated Fungal Research invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology at North Carolina State University. This faculty position is located on the main campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, and has a 80% research and 20% academic appointment. The selected individual will have a background in biology, or related field, with expertise in biochemistry, chemometrics, metabolic engineering, or phytochemistry. This individual is expected to develop an innovative research program to characterize and profile important groups of secreted biological metabolites to better understand the physical biochemical interactome, including their roles in human health, crop productivity and the environment. These exo- metabolomes are secreted in response to interactions with their abiotic and biotic environment by insects, microorganisms and plants and include carbohydrates, extracellular enzymes, lipids, nucleic acids, organic acids, peptides, secondary metabolites, and other bioactive molecules. Their functions range from protecting bacteria and fungi against parasitism and predation, to regulating plant and microbial growth and developmental stress responses, to forming networks of inter-kingdom communication and creating environmental and food-related toxicity. This interdisciplinary position will integrate research on the chemical interactome to promote quantitative understanding of the relative contribution and impact of the interactome to the beneficial and deleterious activities of these compounds on plant-microbe-insect associations. Significant opportunities exist for collaborations with university faculty and members of several research centers, including the Center for Integrated Fungal Research (CIFR), the Center for Environmental Farming Systems, and the Center for Comparative Medicine and Translational Research. In addition, there are resources and opportunities for interactions with researchers at the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis, NC. The incumbent is expected to generate extramural funding to help support their research program following start-up resources and is expected to mentor graduate students and participate in the academic programs of the department.
Minimum qualifications include a PhD in a field of study directly related to the position. NC State University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their experience, research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. In addition to excellence in research and academics, the incumbent is expected to have demonstrable skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relations, and procurement of extramural funding. The position includes a competitive and comprehensive compensation and start-up package. Review of applications will proceed after January 13, 2017, until the position is filled. For further information, contact the Director of the Center for Integrated Fungal Research, Dr. Ignazio Carbone (ignazio_carbone@ncsu.edu). For a complete job description and details for submission of applications, please reference https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/75575.
NC State is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation or genetic information. We welcome the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners. Inclusiveness and diversity are integral to NC State’s commitment to excellence in research, engagement and education. The successful candidate will be expected to foster an environment that is welcoming of all groups.
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Job: Computational and Systems Biology – Dartmouth University
Posted:Wed, 26 Oct 2016 06:42:35 +0000
Faculty Position in Microbial Computational and Systems BiologyThe Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Department of Microbiology & Immunology seek applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Computational and Systems Biology in microbial organisms.
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Faculty Jobs in Microbial/Genomics fields
Posted:Sat, 24 Sep 2016 21:06:59 +0000
Here are some links to a few faculty positions
University of Texas at Arlington
- Two Assistant or Associate Professor positions with a research focus in Microbiology in Dept of Biology. UTArlington microbiologist
Virgina Tech
- Evolutionary Biologist (Assistant Professor Level)
- Bioinformatics and Microbiome Systems Biologist (Assistant Professor Level)
Dartmouth University
- Microbial Computational and Systems Biology Dartmouth MCSB Apply: https://apply.interfolio.com/37550
- Faculty Position in Microbial Ecology http://apply.interfolio.com/36648
Cal StateDominguez Hills
- A marine biologist or computational biologist in Dept of Biology see posting
Michigan State University
- Department of Computational Mathematics, Science and Engineering (CMSE) is looking for a specialist in computational biology, genomics and bioinformatics.
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Postdoc: Institute Pasteur working on Candida albicans
Posted:Thu, 08 Sep 2016 22:01:54 +0000
2 postdoc positions for work on Candida albicans from Christian d’Enfert’s group at Institute Pasteur
Post-doctoral position: Candida albicans regulatory networks
A post-doctoral position is available starting January 2, 2017 in the Fungal Biology and Pathogenicity Unit in the Department of Mycology at Institut Pasteur, Paris, to characterize regulatory networks governing morphogenesis and stress responses in the fungal pathogen Candida albicans.
The successful candidate will join our group to characterize a set of C. albicans transcription factors using genome-wide approaches and contribute to the definition of a global regulatory network of morphogenesis and stress responses in C. albicans. The project will involve collaboration with other groups in the Paris area in the frame of the Candihub project (https://candihub.eu/).
The position, funded by the French National Research Agency, is available starting January 2, 2017. We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in yeast molecular genetics and omics approaches. Expertise in bioinformatics would be appreciated. Institut Pasteur in Paris offers an excellent international, dynamic and stimulating scientific campus with more than 1500 researchers working in 11 Departments.
Application: Please send a cover letter by October 1st detailing motivation and research interests, a concise summary of previous research activities, a complete CV and contact information for three referees to Christophe d’Enfert, christophe.denfert@pasteur.fr.
https://research.pasteur.fr/en/job/post-doctoral-position-candida-albicans- regulatory-networks/
Post-doctoral position: Molecular mechanisms governing the formation and antifungal tolerance of Candida albicans biofilms
A post-doctoral position is available starting January 2, 2017 in the Fungal Biology and Pathogenicity Unit in the Department of Mycology at Institut Pasteur, Paris, to study the molecular mechanisms involved in the formation and antifungal tolerance of biofilms of the fungal pathogen Candida albicans.
Biofilms formed by C. albicans on indwelling devices play a major role in the persistence of nosocomial infections, largely because of their elevated tolerance to antifungals. The successful candidate will join our group to perform a genome-wide evaluation of the role of C. albicans genes in biofilm formation and antifungal tolerance and subsequently investigate the function of selected genes. The project will involve development of high-throughput methods for the analysis of biofilms in collaboration with the Center for Innovation and Technological Research at Institut Pasteur.
The position, funded by Institut Pasteur, is available starting January 2, 2017. We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in yeast molecular genetics and high-throughput approaches. Expertise in the analysis of biofilms would be appreciated. Institut Pasteur in Paris offers an excellent international, dynamic and stimulating scientific campus with more than 1500 researchers working in 11 Departments.
Application: Please send a cover letter by October 1st detailing motivation and research interests, a concise summary of previous research activities, a complete CV and contact information for three referees to Christophe d’Enfert, christophe.denfert@pasteur.fr.
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Postdoc: UMichigan Fungal Genomics
Posted:Fri, 05 Aug 2016 06:26:59 +0000
The lab of Tim James in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan is looking to hire a postdoctoral fellow in the area of single cell and comparative genomics. The research is centered on understanding the phylogeny and molecular evolution of uncultured and poorly known fungi, including the Cryptomycetes, Zygomycetes, and Chytridiomycetes through genomic analyses. The ultimate goals of the project are to produce a well-resolved phylogeny of the basal branches of the fungal kingdom, to identify key evolutionary events associated with diversification and reproduction, and to use genomics to predict ecological roles of uncultured lineages. A major component of the work will be to develop or improve methods for sequencing fungal genomes and transcriptomes using single or few cells or genome assembly using metagenomic approaches. This work will involve collaborations with the ZyGOLife research network (zygolife.org) and the Joint Genome Institute (JGI). The projects are supported by NSF and two JGI Community Sequencing Projects.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in bioinformatics, molecular biology, and microbiology with an interest in fungi. Preference will be given to candidates with proficiency in both bioinformatics and molecular biology. Possible duties include environmental sampling, cell sorting (FACS, micromanipulation), microscopy, genome assembly and annotation, and comparative analyses of genome evolution. Opportunities for mentoring undergraduates or research associates will be provided. The initial appointment is for one year with a possibility of extension to a second year pending performance review.
Our lab (www.umich.edu/~mycology) pursues diverse projects in mycology, and the environment is conducive to development of a pathway to independence in academic research. The lab is in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (http://www.eeb.lsa.umich.edu/
eeb/index.html), which has strengths in phylogenetics, evolutionary genomics, and disease ecology. Interested applicants should email Tim James (tyjames@umich.edu) with a CV, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references.
Anticipated Start Date: Between Oct. 1, 2016 and Jan. 1, 2017.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer. The Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan harbors multiple labs with a focus on evolutionary genetics (http://www.lsa.umich.edu/eeb)
. Timothy Y. James
Associate Professor
Associate Curator of Fungi
Department of Ecology and Evolution
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
734-615-7753
tyjames@umich.edu
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Postdoc: Population Genetics/Genomics of Fungal Plant Pathogens
Posted:Fri, 29 Jul 2016 22:32:20 +0000
The Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is pleased to accept applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position in Population Genetics/Genomics of Fungal Plant Pathogens. This is a 12-month, non-tenure leading position established for a period of one year. This position is available immediately.
Continuation of the position beyond one year is dependent upon satisfactory performance of the incumbent in successfully accomplishing assigned duties, and upon availability of grant funds.
The core purpose of research in this position is to develop new molecular and computational tools that will improve understanding of continental-scale population structure of the notorious plant pathogen, Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. The successful candidate will have responsibilities in two areas: mining and development of novel SSR markers and development of a reactive website via RShiny with a reference database of genotypes to allow comparisons by other researchers. Development of new SSR markers will require mining available genomes to identify new candidate loci. Implementation of the reactive website will require modification of existing R scripts and HTML pages. Previous work experience with population genetic analyses, computational biology, and fluency in one or more computer programming languages are desired (R, Linux, Perl, Python, etc.). Opportunities for teaching and supervisory experience will be provided. The incumbent will be expected to publish research results in refereed journals, present their research findings at national and international scientific meetings, and assist in preparation of nationally competitive grant proposals. The incumbent should have the ability to work independently as well as with a diverse team of researchers.
Requires a Ph.D. degree in place by date of employment. The successful candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills and publication record.
To apply for this position, email a single pdf file containing a letter of application describing research interests, professional goals, and specific qualifications, a CV, copy of transcripts, and contact information of three references to:
Dr. Sydney Everhart, Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology, everhart@unl.edu
Phone: 402-472-2879Review of applications will begin on August 8, 2016 and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.
Full advertisement available as PDF here: Postdoc_SscPopGen_7-28-2016
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WRIFO: Women Researchers in Fungi & Oomycetes
Posted:Mon, 25 Apr 2016 17:15:10 +0000
In an effort to promote the diversity of women in fungal and oomycete biology research we started a list of Women Researchers in Fungi & Oomycetes (#WRIFO) in our fields. We hope this will make it easier for conference, seminar and award committees to consider a broad pool of candidates when inviting speakers or nominating individuals.
We seeded the WRIFO list with 150 women whose research we know or who were suggested by colleagues, but it is by no means complete. Please add names and add missing details to those already on the list. The WRIFO list is available as a google spreadsheet here (shortlink: http://s.fungidb.org/1SU45hk ). As an experiment in community dynamics WRIFO is an open sheet for editing. We will change this to “make comment-only” after a time to try to avoid getting overrun with spam. If you cannot add to the WRIFO list directly, comments on this post are accepted. However direct adding is preferred to avoid losing track of any suggestions.
As a test for how many will read directions:
- Please add new entries at the end of the sheet rather than trying to insert alphabetically. You can always re-sort the sheet by last name after entries are made
- List institution, include 2 letter country code in parentheses.
- Select region from the available options.
- Pick up to two general research areas from the drop down lists.
- Add specific Keywords for research. Make these as general as possible–a meeting organizer is much more likely to search “cytoskeleton”, than “tyrosinylated microtubules.”
- Include a laboratory website link. Use publicly available websites that do not require memberships to view
- Select the classification of career stage. Mapping this to job titles in the US
- Junior: Assistant Professor, Assistant Research Scientist, or equivalent
- Intermediate: Associate Professor, Associate Research Scientist, or equivalent
- Senior: Full Professor, Research Scientist or equivalent
- Emeritus
–Michelle Momany (@mcmomany) & Jason Stajich (@hyphaltip)
Update 1: A landing page was made for info on WRIFO and where archive and Excel versions of the spreadsheet will be made available.
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Postdoc: Stress biology using Neurospora as a model system (SLU – Sweden)
Posted:Thu, 28 Jan 2016 18:00:42 +0000
Stress biology using Neurospora as a model organismResearch at the Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology center on fundamental and applied aspects of fungal, microbial and plant biology. Important research topics include fungal interaction with other microorganisms and plants as well as ecological functioning and evolution. Central themes are plant pathology and nutrient cycling in agricultural and forest ecosystems. The department is placed at Bio Center at SLU, Uppsala with approx. 300 employees in plant science, microbiology, plant pathology, chemistry, molecular biology, food science and computing biology. At the campus, active collaborations are established with the ecology and soil science departments. -
Postdoc: Computational Fungal Genomics (Univ of New Zealand)
Posted:Wed, 27 Jan 2016 23:15:40 +0000
Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Fungal Genomics
I am looking for a motivated and productive postdoctoral fellow
to explore the evolutionary implications of interactions between
genome structure, epigenetic modification and gene expression, with a particular focus on the 3D arrangement of unraveled chromosomes in the nucleus. Using a fungal model system with direct agricultural applications (Epichloe festucae), the postdoc will validate genome assemblies using long-read data, build 3D models of genome packing in the nucleus, and explore statistical associations with gene expression using extensive transcriptome data. This position is primarily analytical with an emphasis on producing high-quality publications from existing and ongoing data
collection efforts.The position requires solid quantitative and computational skills in bioinformatics, with an emphasis on next generation sequencing and genome analysis. At minimum, a practical ability in basic scripting is required. Training in fungal biology and genomics can be provided as needed, and candidates from non-standard research backgrounds with a clear fit to the position are encouraged to apply.
Funding is guaranteed for two years. Salaries are extremely competitive, starting at NZ$68,000 (~US$46,000) per year.
The postdoc will be based in the Cox research group at Massey University, New Zealand. My research team is firmly embedded in the international scientific community, with extensive collaborative links to Australia, Europe and the United States. This position offers a rare opportunity to experience New Zealand¢s unique natural and cultural environment, while undertaking world-leading research. Palmerston North, a university town with a large international community, offers a full range of social and cultural amenities. The city is located close to both mountains and the sea, and presents regular opportunities for hiking, skiing, surfing and adventure sports.
If you have any questions, please contact Prof Murray Cox (m.p.cox@massey.ac.nz). Information about the Cox research group (http://massey.genomicus.com) and the Bio-Protection Research Centre (http://bioprotection.org.nz) are available online.
To apply for this position, upload the following documents (in PDF format) at the official Massey University job website: http://massey-careers.massey.
ac.nz/9147/postdoctoral- fellow-in-computational- fungal-genomics - A brief statement of research interests, qualifications and
experience. - A curriculum vitae, including a list of scientific publications.
- The names and contact details of three referees willing to provide a confidential letter of recommendation upon request.
Prof Murray Cox
Statistics and Bioinformatics Group
Institute of Fundamental Sciences
Massey University
Palmerston North
NEW ZEALANDhttp://massey.genomicus.com
m.p.cox@massey.ac.nz - A brief statement of research interests, qualifications and
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Postdoc & PhD positions in Evolutionary Biology – Genome organization of AM fungi
Posted:Tue, 26 Jan 2016 11:26:06 +0000
Postdoc & PhD positions in Evolutionary Biology – Genome organization of AM fungi
At the Department of Evolutionary Biology, Uppsala University, Sweden.
Description
Arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi form symbiotic interactions with almost all terrestrial plants and have done so since plants first colonized land. The postdoc and PhD position are both part of a newly funded ERC research program aimed at understanding the ecology and evolution of these widespread and important organisms. Using state-of-the art technology, e.g., PacBio long read sequencing and single nucleus genomics methods, the research program seeks to resolve the genome organization of AM fungi so that the evolutionary consequences of their genome organization can be studied. Specifically, the project aims at testing the hypothesis that genetically distinct nuclear genotypes coexist within AM fungi. The project involves culturing of AM fungi, sorting and genotyping of nuclei from individual fungal isolates, genome and meta-genome sequencing and assembly, as well as genome size estimation. Based on the outcome of this first part, the project will be developed to connect genotype and phenotype to mycorrhizal activity.
The postdoc and PhD student will work close together and be part of an expanding research team led by Anna Rosling (http://www.ieg.uu.se/evolutionary-biology/rosling/research/) in collaboration with Hanna Johannesson (http://www.iob.uu.se/research/systematic-biology/johannesson/) at the Evolutionary Biology Centre (EBC), Uppsala University. EBC constitutes an exciting arena for multidisciplinary research in evolutionary biology in a broad sense, housing some 300 scientists and graduate students. The scientific environment with numerous seminars, journal clubs and social activities offer excellent possibilities for contacts and collaborations. Local platforms for high-performance computational analyses (https://www.uppmax.uu.se/uppnex), NGS, SNP genotyping and proteomic analyses (http://www.scilifelab.se) ensure immediate access to state-of-the-art technology. This project will utilize several of the technological platforms at SciLifeLab in Uppsala, in particular the Microbial Single Cell Genomics Platform (https://www.scilifelab.se/facilities/single-cell/).
Qualifications
Experience in bioinformatics and genome analysis is necessary and experience in mycology is a merit. The ideal candidate is scientifically motivated and can work both independently and as part of a team. High standard of spoken and written English is required.
To apply for the PhD position you must have a Master Degree in Bioinformatics, Evolutionary Biology, Microbiology, Mycology or equivalent. Attach a copy of your diploma and your master thesis with the application.
To apply for the Post Doc position you must have acquired a PhD in Bioinformatics, Evolutionary Biology, Microbiology, Mycology or equivalent. Attach a copy of your PhD degree with the application.
Information about the position will be given by Anna Rosling tel +46 18-471 64 44, Anna.Rosling@ebc.uu.se.
Application: The application should include a letter with a short motivation of your interest in the position (one A4 page) and name and contact information to at least three reference persons and your CV. Use the link below to access the application form.
PhD candidates are welcome to submit their application using the link below no later than February 29, 2016. http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=88336
Post Doc candidates are welcome to submit their application by email to Anna.Rosling@ebc.uu.se no later than February 15, 2016
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