Plant Biodiversity Postdoc: Evolution, Genomics & AI

Botanical Society of America; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas seeks a two-year, full-time Plant Biodiversity Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Botany Division and R.L. McGregor Herbarium.

The role emphasizes herbarium-based, innovative plant biodiversity research, including systematics, evolution, genomics, and AI applications, with opportunities for collaboration and outreach. The successful candidate will develop an active research program, contribute to publications, and support herbarium and BI/NHM objectives, with potential

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant biodiversity or related field by start date.
• Experience with specimen-based research on vascular plants.
• Herbarium-based research experience.
• Ability to communicate science to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in plant biodiversity, including systematics, evolution, genomics and AI applications.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at meetings.
• Lead or contribute to external research proposals.
• Manage herbarium collections and mentor junior researchers.

Education

Ph.D. in plant biodiversity, systematics, evolution, or related field

Job description

University of Kansas seeks a two-year, full-time Plant Biodiversity Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Botany Division and R.L. McGregor Herbarium.

The role emphasizes herbarium-based, innovative plant biodiversity research, including systematics, evolution, genomics, and AI applications, with opportunities for collaboration and outreach. The successful candidate will develop an active research program, contribute to publications, and support herbarium and BI/NHM objectives, with potential