Post-Doctoral Associate, Biology - Camden, United States - Rutgers University

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Posting Summary
Postdoctoral Associate position available immediately in the Department of Biology, Rutgers University-Camden in the laboratory of Anthony Geneva.

This 1 year position will support NSF-funded research focusing on the evolutionary genomics of Anolis lizards and Bradypodion dwarf chameleons.

Research tasks to include the computational analysis of existing genomic data as well as collection of new data, as necessary.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the generation, analysis, and dissemination of high-quality squamate genome assemblies and gene annotations.

Specific skills needed include R and/or python, Bash scripting, and familiarity with common computational genomics tools (e.g. bwa, samtools, GATK).


Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Biology or related field
• Demonstrated experience in the generation, analysis, and dissemination of high-quality squamate genome assemblies and gene annotations
• Proficiency in R and/or Python, Bash scripting, and familiarity with common computational genomics tools (e.g. bwa, samtools, GATK)
• Familiarity with SLURM High Performance Computing environments Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0369 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
• Previous publication of evolutionary genomics research
• Experience performing Sequential Markov Coalescent analyses
• Knowledgeable in population genomics and phylogenetic comparative methods
• PhD in Biology or related field
• Demonstrated experience in the generation, analysis, and dissemination of high-quality squamate genome assemblies and gene annotations
• Proficiency in R and/or Python, Bash scripting, and familiarity with common computational genomics tools (e.g. bwa, samtools, GATK)
• Familiarity with SLURM High Performance Computing environments Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Ranked #49 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity. Statement The Faculty of Arts and Sciences are the largest academic unit at Rutgers–Camden, delivering a wide array of degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels in the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and fine arts.

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