Postdoctoral Fellow In Microbial And Molecular Ecology

How to Apply
Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of background and identity. To apply, please complete the application on the U-M Careers site. Applications must include the following materials, submitted as a single file:

• Cover letter describing your qualifications related to the position and research accomplishments
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references
• Two representative publications

Applications that do not contain all items listed above will not be reviewed. Please email Dr.Subba Rao Chaganti any application materials that are too large to upload: chaganti@umich.edu .
Summary
The Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) at the University of Michigan is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The successful candidate will play a key role in our dynamic research team and contribute to developing cutting edge tools for environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis for monitoring invasive species and toxin-producing cyanobacteria species in the Great Lakes. The project objectives include development of eDNA-based high throughput quantitative PCR (HT-qPCR) assays and metabarcoding assays for conservation and management of species of interest in the Great Lakes.
The successful candidate will work closely with Dr.Subba Rao Chaganti from the University of Michigan and collaborators from the NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab and the United States Geological Survey.
Term Appointment: This is a one year term appointment with the possibility of renewal for a second year contingent on performance.
Mission Statement
The School for Environment and Sustainability (https://seas.umich.edu/) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. The University of Michigan is a top-ranked public university with excellence in research and teaching. Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, is a town known for arts, culture, parks and restaurants.
SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.
Who We Are
Your appointment will be with CIGLR, which is part of the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. CIGLR is a collaboration between the University of Michigan and NOAA that brings together experts from academia and government research labs to work on pressing problems facing the Great Lakes region. You will spend the majority of their time at NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab (GLERL) in Ann Arbor and will collaborate closely with colleagues at CIGLR, GLERL, SEAS and other Great Lakes partners.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Responsibilities*
The successful candidate will develop HT-qPCR and metabarcoding assays for the targeted species of interest, including potential invasive species to the Great Lakes, and genes responsible for cyanotoxins. The majority of the Postdoctoral Fellow's work will focus on the validation of eDNA assays, processing genomic data, conducting statistical analyses, troubleshooting, and contributing to project reports. The Postdoctoral Fellow is expected to lead at least one manuscript based on research findings for submission to a peer-reviewed journal and present results at a conference(s). A manuscript is expected to be initiated within 6 months of the start date. The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in fieldwork, including the use of advanced autosamplers.
Required Qualifications*

• Doctoral degree in microbiology, Molecular Ecology, biological oceanography, or a related field. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
• Fluency in molecular biology techniques and developing assays for species of interest.
• Experience in high-throughput sequencing platforms and metabarcoding data analysis.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics processes and statistical analyses.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in data visualization and interpretation.
• This position is open only to US Citizens or permanent residents due to federal security clearance required for access to NOAA GLERL facilities and resources.

Additional Information
Salary will be determined based on experience.
Remote and flexible work agreements may be made to support partial off-site work at a remote location.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
243178
Working Title
Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbial andMolecular Ecology
Job Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Nat Res Envir
Department
SEAS CIGLR
Posting Begin/End Date
12/20/2023 - 1/19/2024
Career Interest
Research Fellows