Postdoc: Shellfish Breeding & Aquaculture Research

University of Florida; Levy (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead a shellfish breeding program and address environmental stressors affecting hard clam culture in Cedar Key, FL. The appointee will work with industry partners and UF/IFAS programs to advance breeding strategies and research priorities.

Responsibilities include managing breeding experiments, coordinating with farmers and private labs, seeking extramural funding, and sharing findings with scientific and

Qualifications

• This position requires a PhD in biology, ecology, genetics, or physiology with shellfish experience.
• Candidates should be committed to UF's Land-Grant mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage a clam breeding program and conduct active research on shellfish stressors.
• Collaborate with clam farmers, private hatcheries, and industry partners to develop breeding methods.
• Develop independent research priorities and pursue extramural funding.
• Engage in outreach and communicate results to stakeholders and conferences.

Skills

PhD in biology/ecology/genetics/physi

Shellfish experience

Education

PhD in biology/ecology/genetics/physiology

Job description

The University of Florida invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead a shellfish breeding program and address environmental stressors affecting hard clam culture in Cedar Key, FL. The appointee will work with industry partners and UF/IFAS programs to advance breeding strategies and research priorities.

Responsibilities include managing breeding experiments, coordinating with farmers and private labs, seeking extramural funding, and sharing findings with scientific and