Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity Positions

1/6/2021

Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity Positions

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Duane McKenna link

6/7/2021 07:30:31 am

A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the McKenna lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Memphis (www.duanemckenna.com)

Position Summary: The position will be supervised by Dr. Duane McKenna and Dr. Seunggwan Shin, as a part of a large international collaborative project funded by the National Science Foundation titled "Integrating phylogenomics, biophysics, and functional genomics to unravel the evolution of hearing and singing in Ensifera (katydids, crickets and relatives).” The position will also be remotely advised by Dr. Hojun Song (https://schistocerca.org/SongLab/) in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University, who is the PI of the overall project.

The goal of this project is to generate phylogenomic data and undertake phylogenomic analyses of target enrichment, transcriptome and genome sequencing data. Experience with bioinformatics, including analysis of phylogenomic data is desired; however, experience with more traditional multi-gene molecular phylogenetics and evolution is acceptable. The position offers opportunities for mentoring students and for being mentored, writing high-impact scientific papers, learning/developing/implementing cutting-edge analytical methods/pipelines/tools, and engaging in international collaboration.

Candidates should have strong ‘wet-lab’ skills, ideally including genomic DNA library preparation, and experience with managing, processing and analyzing next-generation sequencing data. Experience with Orthoptera evolution or insect phylogeny and evolution is an advantage, but is not required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are critical for success in this position.

Desired Qualifications: (Ideal applicant; applicants without these skills will be considered)
• Proficiency in bioinformatics related to phylogenomic analysis.
• Wet lab experience with target enrichment.
• Experience with genomic DNA library preparation and genome assembly.

The McKenna Lab: Lab members study insect systematics, genomics, evolution and diversity, including the evolution of insect-plant interactions. The lab hosts a highly-collaborative group of postdocs, PhD research associates, a research assistant professor, graduate and undergraduate students, and volunteers. We are part of a large community of biodiversity scientists associated with the Center for Biodiversity Research (www.umbiodiversity.org) in the Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.memphis.edu/biology/) at the University of Memphis—a leading metropolitan research and teaching institution in Memphis, TN, U.S.A.

Application deadline: The position is open until filled.
For more info. and to apply, visit: http://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/27058
Contact for questions: Duane McKenna dmckenna@memphis.edu

UBC link

6/10/2021 05:54:37 am

The Interdisciplinary Biodiversity Solutions cluster (IBioS) https://biodiversity.ubc.ca/ibios

is currently seeking a Research Associate with expertise in any aspect of conservation social or ecological sciences to assist in developing a new research program at University of British Columbia. Launched in Fall 2020, IBioS is designed to broaden collaborative opportunities across and beyond UBC for globally important, policy-relevant biodiversity and conservation research and partnerships. Spearheaded by UBC Science—in collaboration with UBC Arts, Land and Food Systems, Forestry and the Sauder School of Business—IBioS offers a unique opportunity for scientists with a wide variety of backgrounds, including biodiversity, business, conservation science, ecology, economics, environmental science, evolutionary biology, environmental social science, environmental policy and public health, to collaborate across disciplines to solve problems.

The position is based in the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus.

In addition to their academic credentials with a focus on biodiversity conservation and/or environmental sustainability issues, the ideal candidate will have higher education research management experience, including skills in research project organization, coordination and management; facilitation of collaborative research and grant writing; and implementation and evaluation of research.

Job description

Research – Contributes to collaborative interdisciplinary research in solutions-oriented conservation science as a core IBioS research team member, by participating in design, grant writing, project development and implementation, analysis, report writing and publications.

Research coordination - Coordinates and facilitates IBioS collaborative research projects, working with the faculty members, postdoctoral students and graduate and undergraduate students across the entire research cycle, from grant writing and project development, to coordination, implementation and evaluation of the research program, to developing final products such as publications, presentations and outreach materials.

Knowledge mobilisation – Coordinates and facilitates IBioS efforts to mobilize knowledge based on IBioS research, including facilitating development of new academic programs, outreach products and outreach programs, and development of an IBioS online presence through its website and social media

Partnership building – Assist with developing and maintaining the IBioS relationship with academic, governmental, non-governmental and private sectors, both in Canada and internationally

Financial management – Assist in overseeing the budget plan and financial reports of the IBioS cluster

Knowledge and Skills Desired

Extensive knowledge of the current social, ecological, and economic issues affecting biodiversity both locally and globally, backed by a solid publication track record
Passion for solutions-oriented work in biodiversity conservation.
Proven research expertise, which could include literature reviews, protocol development, field research design, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and familiarity with publication procedures.
Demonstrated experience and success in researching, writing and managing research funding or other grants.
Demonstrated coordination skills with a strong track record for developing positive relationships and the ability to effectively plan, organize and support collaborative research. Training in facilitation is considered an asset.
Interest in interdisciplinary research
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with stakeholders and supporting a dynamic and creative team. Strong project management skills with the ability to conduct needs analyses, plan, organize, manage, monitor, complete, evaluate multi-year projects within allocated time and resources and identify, obtain and effectively manage people, materials, budgets.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiating skills with the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of people/cultures especially when dealing with controversial issues.
Experience in grant management desired. Demonstrated knowledge of UBC's organizational structures, relationships, policies, and protocols is an asset.

Qualifications

PhD in a relevant social or environmental science discipline, including environmental education, sociology, anthropology, environmental sciences, ecology, forestry, conservation biology, geography, data science and many others. Subsequent or prior work experience in a relevant field desired; Prior work with environmental NGO or government agencies is an asset.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.

JESSICA WARE link

9/7/2021 06:26:57 am

Postdoctoral Scholar – GEODE
American Museum of Natural History (Invertebrate Zoology)
https://careers.amnh.org/postings/2457

Jessica Ware and team are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for an NSF funded project focused on a global phylogeny of dragonflies and damselflies (Odonata). This project is funded across multiple lab groups and institutions (Ware Lab American Museum of Natural History, Bybee and Frandsen Labs BYU, Abbott Lab University of Alabama, Guralnick Lab University of Florida and Kalkman Lab Naturalis), with the goal of using anchored hybrid enrichment (AHE) to sequence ~70% of all species and provide a rich set of ecological data layers that can then be explored in a phylogenetic context. We seek a highly motivated individual with a bioinformatic skill set to help reconstruct the phylogeny of dragonflies (Anisoptera) and the broader Odonata from AHE data.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will assist in reconstructing the phylogeny of dragonflies (Anisoptera) and the broader Odonata using generated AHE data, morphological and other data. This work is part of a collaborative team effort to reconstruct the evolutionary history of taxa across Odonata, and the Postdoctoral Fellow will focus on Anisoptera taxon sampling.

The postdoc would have the opportunity to mentor undergraduate students through the AMNH REU program, as well as graduate students working directly on the GEODE project. There is also the opportunity for the postdoc to develop their own research.

James Brown link

9/15/2021 07:46:44 am

Assistant Professor, Molecular Ecology of Arthropods or Nematodes (81836)
University of Florida: College of Agricultural and Life Sciences: 60140000 - AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY
Location
Gainesville, FL
Open Date
Sep 10, 2021

Description
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is committed to creating an environment that affirms diversity across a variety of dimensions, including ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. We strongly encourage historically underrepresented groups to apply.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF .

This is a 9-month, tenure-accruing position that will be 80% research (Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and 20% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) in the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) at the University of Florida (UF). The position will be academically housed in the Entomology and Nematology Department within IFAS in Gainesville FL, and the nature of the assignment may change in accordance with the changing needs of the department and IFAS. Tenure will accrue in the Entomology and Nematology Department.

The candidate will develop an internationally recognized and extramurally funded program in molecular ecology of arthropods or nematodes. This is a broad search, but programs applying a modern molecular ecology perspective to themes such as population or landscape genetics, biogeography, species interactions, or molecular evolution may be of interest. Research anywhere on the spectrum from addressing foundational questions in ecological systems to applied work related to agriculture, natural resources conservation, or human and animal health is encouraged. Invasion science is emerging as a campus-wide strength at the University of Florida and the incumbent is encouraged to contribute to strengthening this area of excellence. Similarly, the incumbent is encouraged to take advantage of a recent expansion of capabilities for our HiPerGator supercomputing cluster and a new campus-wide area of emphasis in Artificial Intelligence and other intensive computational approaches.

The successful candidate will participate actively in scholarly activities related to instruction, such as teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, chairing and serving on graduate committees, supervising undergraduate and graduate research and creative work, publishing results with graduate students and postdocs, participating in curriculum revision and enhancement, and producing learning tools. Faculty are encouraged to support and participate in the CALS Honors Program, distance education, and international education. Courses are likely to include a specialty graduate course in molecular ecology of arthropods and nematodes every other year, and in alternate years, either an undergraduate Course Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) course in the incumbent’s area of expertise that emphasizes both hands-on research and quantitative skills, or a graduate-level course that emphasizes current quantitative and computational skills as broadly applied to Entomology & Nematology.

The faculty member will aggressively seek contract and grant funding to support their program and must consistently publish scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals and other appropriate venues. Faculty are expected to participate in professional development activities such as training in mentoring, grant writing, and intercultural competency.

UF/IFAS is a land-grant institution under which all faculty are expected to be supportive of and engaged in all three mission areas—Research, Teaching, and Extension—regardless of the assignment split specified in the position description.

Background Information:

The Entomology and Nematology Department is a unit in UF/IFAS and has a diverse teaching, research and extension education programs with more than 32 faculty members on the Gainesville campus, 35 faculty located across the state at research and education centers, and 30 support personnel.

Qualifications
Required:

Ph.D. (foreign equivalent acceptable) in a discipline that clearly falls under the umbrella of molecular ecology is required.
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Commitment to teaching and mentoring.
Research experience with arthropods, nematodes, or other appropriate systems, but additional work in other systems will also be recognized as valuable and applicable at the time of application (e.g., plants, vertebrates, microbes, etc.).
Supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system and candidates must also have a commitm

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