Some molecular biology work experience. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A Research Associate 3 position is available to conduct research on molecular genetic variation in marine invertebrate species found in the fouling and sediment communities associated with oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. Duties include data collection and analysis, report and manuscript preparation, and participation in ongoing research projects, including sample sorting and processing and specimen identification. Experience with DNA extraction, amplification and sequencing, familiarity with computer software for molecular genetic and phylogenetic analysis.
Salary is commensurate with degree and experience.
We are looking for a person to fill an anticipated two-year postdoctoral position to investigate the molecular genetic diversity of marine invertebrate species found in the fouling and sediment communities associated with oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. Funding for this research is through awards from the U.S. Minerals Management Service. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in biology or a related field. Salary is commensurate with degree and experience. Salaries commensurate with qualifications and experience.