Postdoc: Bioluminescence & Plankton Ecology

Florida Atlantic University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (FAU-HBOI) in Fort Pierce, FL, invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral position with a possible second year based on funding and performance.

The project spans fluid dynamics, bioluminescence, plankton ecology and optics, exploring how shear forces influence bioluminescent behavior in key dinoflagellate species through lab experiments, imaging, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a related field and completed prior to start.
• Strong experimental background in fluid mechanics and optical techniques.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization using MATLAB or Python.
• Ability to design and execute experiments individually or in a team.
• Strong writing skills with publication record desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement optical setups for fluid/particle/plankton imaging.
• Coordinate data acquisition, processing, and analysis for experiments.
• Develop data post-processing routines and analyze bioluminescence in relation to shear.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Fluid mechanics

Experimental design

Bioluminescence

Optics

Education

PhD in Engineering / Oceanography / Physics / Optics

Tools

Particle Image Velocimetry

Digital Holography

Job description

Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (FAU-HBOI) in Fort Pierce, FL, invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral position with a possible second year based on funding and performance.

The project spans fluid dynamics, bioluminescence, plankton ecology and optics, exploring how shear forces influence bioluminescent behavior in key dinoflagellate species through lab experiments, imaging, and data analysis.