The laboratory of Dr. Robert Quinn at Michigan State University in collaboration with the Coral Resilience Lab (PI: Drury) at the Hawai?i Institute of Marine Biology are looking for a postdoctoral scholar to study the microbiome and metabolome of coral reefs. This project is a fully funded position from the National Science Foundation under its Organismal Response to Climate Change program that aims to understand the biochemistry and microbiology of coral bleaching. Recent research from our group has shown that unique lipids in the coral’s dinoflagellate symbiont reflect its tolerance to thermal stress. This project will integrate multi-omics analysis in the Quinn Lab with field sampling experiments in K?ne?ohe Bay, O?ahu, Hawai?i to further understand the dynamics of coral biochemical and microbiological response to temperature stress. Methods used will include mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and high-throughput nucleic acid sequencing. Experiments are designed to mimic future climate conditions and include direct restoration of reefs in Hawaii as part of the program. The position is based in East Lansing, Michigan, USA but will include field trips and experiments in K?ne?ohe Bay, Hawai?i.
Description of work/duties : Extraction of metabolites for LC-MS/MS metabolomics and nucleic acids for high-throughput nucleic acid sequencing from samples collected at field sites in Hawai?i. Classic molecular biology techniques and bio/cheminformatic data analysis methods will be performed in the Quinn Lab. Growing corals in aquaria for experimentation in Michigan and Hawaii are also planned as part of the project. Opportunities to contribute to field sampling and restoration on coral reefs using snorkeling and SCUBA are also available, but training in these techniques is not required for this project.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Doctorate -Biochemistry, Microbiology, Ecology, related field
PhD in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Ecology, or related field
Experience with mass spectrometry and multi-omics data analysis
Experience analyzing data in R
Field sampling, aquaculture or rearing of marine organisms in their natural environment. Experience with experimental biology. Leadership experience supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives in STEM.
Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact details of at least three professional references.
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