Caribou Conservation Genomics Scientist & Postdoc

Society for Conservation Biology; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation research organization is seeking a full-time Research Scientist and Post-doctoral Fellow to work on conservation genomics and demographics of caribou. Candidates should have a PhD, with strong laboratory experience in genomic methodologies, and excellent writing and presentation skills. Compensation starts at $70,000 CAD/year, negotiable based on experience. Positions based in Peterborough, ON and Ottawa, ON.

Qualifications

• PhD required for Research Scientist and Post-doctoral Fellow positions.
• Excellent lab experience with genomic methodologies required.
• Strong writing and presentation skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on conservation genomics and demographics of caribou.
• Analyze genomic data and report findings.
• Prepare proposals and participate in conferences.

Skills

Excellent laboratory experience

Knowledge in genomic methodologies

Strong writing and presentation skills

Experience in demographic modelling

Machine learning

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Illumina platforms

Nanopore platforms

Job description

A conservation research organization is seeking a full-time Research Scientist and Post-doctoral Fellow to work on conservation genomics and demographics of caribou. Candidates should have a PhD, with strong laboratory experience in genomic methodologies, and excellent writing and presentation skills. Compensation starts at $70,000 CAD/year, negotiable based on experience. Positions based in Peterborough, ON and Ottawa, ON.