TWO post-doctoral positions available in the ShadeLab
The ShadeLab is pleased to announce TWO open post-doctoral positions. Both projects are new, interdisciplinary collaborations: one related to gut microbiome traits and assembly (co-advised position with Elena Litchman; see ad #1), and the second related to legume phytobiome diversity and dynamics (position with the new Plant Resilience Institute, see ad #2).
Sound intriguing? We look forward to receiving your awesome application!
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Postdoc in community ecology of gut microbiomes
We seek a postdoctoral associate to analyze functional patterns in community assembly of gut microbiomes applying community ecology principles, including trait-based approaches and network analyses, to existing data. Strong quantitative skills and experience with bioinformatic and statistical analyses of microbial communities is expected and a familiarity with ecological and evolutionary theories is desired. The successful candidate should have a PhD in microbial ecology, microbiology, community ecology or bioinformatics, publication record and desire to work in interdisciplinary setting.
The position is for one year with a possibility of renewal for another 1-2 years. The postdoc will be co-supervised by Elena Litchman (Department of Integrative Biology, Department of Plant Biology, and Kellogg Biological Station) and Ashley Shade (Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics) at Michigan State University and will have the opportunity to interact with a wide range of researchers in ecology, microbiology, evolution and computational sciences.
Please send the statement of interest, CV and contact information for three references to Elena Litchman (litchman@msu.edu). Review of applications will begin September 15, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.
Michigan State is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Postdoc in legume microbiome ecology
Michigan State University (MSU) is one of the top institutions for plant science and microbial ecology research. One position for a postdoctoral research associate is available in the laboratory of Ashley Shade in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (http://ashley17061.wixsite.com/shadelab). We seek an excellent post-doctoral associate to conduct microbiome research to understand the drivers and consequences of phytobiome (plant-associated) communities, with a particular focus on legume crops of global importance for food and economic security. Strong quantitative skills and experience with bioinformatic and statistical analyses of microbial communities is expected, and a familiarity with ecological and evolutionary theories is desired. The successful applicant will be independent and motivated, and will hold a PhD in a field related to plant, soil, or microbial sciences, ecology, or bioinformatics/genomics. S/he will have proven skills in microbiology and molecular laboratory techniques, as well as strong writing and communication skills. Experience in conducting field work and/or with plant- or soil- associated microbiomes will be considered favorably. This position will involve global travel. The position is for one year with a possibility of renewal for another 1-2 years. The postdoc will be part of the new Plant Resilience Institute (http://research.msu.edu/plant-resilience-institute/) at Michigan State. The Plant Resilience Institute Legume Project is being conducted by an interdisciplinary team of plant biologists, plant genomicists, microbial ecologists, and breeders, with a research focus on the challenges in legume production given changing climates and management practices. The successful applicant will conduct microbiome research as part of this interdisciplinary legume research effort, and will have the opportunity to interact with a wide range of researchers in ecology, evolution, microbiology, evolution, and plant and soil sciences. Please send the statement describing relevant skills, research accomplishments, and research interests, a current CV, and contact information for three references to Ashley Shade (shadeash@msu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. MSU is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer