Postdoctoral Scholar — Spider Silk Genome Evolution

American Museum of Natural History; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,062 - 78,299; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading scientific institution in New York seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct research on population genomics of silk genes in orb-weaving spiders. The role involves leveraging whole genome sequencing and exploring genetic diversity. Candidates should possess a Ph.D., and experience in bioinformatics, population genomics, and coding is essential. The expected salary is $71,181 per year, with benefits. The position requires residency at the Museum.

Qualifications

• Experience in bioinformatics methods and population genomic analyses.
• Proficient in coding and visualization of genomic data.
• Ability to write peer-reviewed publications.
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on population genomics of silk genes in orb-weaving spiders.
• Leverage genome sequencing with haplotype phasing across spider populations.
• Identify silkome components under selection and pursue additional research.

Skills

Bioinformatics methods

Population genomic analyses

Coding expertise

Genomic data visualization

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

A leading scientific institution in New York seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct research on population genomics of silk genes in orb-weaving spiders. The role involves leveraging whole genome sequencing and exploring genetic diversity. Candidates should possess a Ph.D., and experience in bioinformatics, population genomics, and coding is essential. The expected salary is $71,181 per year, with benefits. The position requires residency at the Museum.