The University of Florida Forest Entomology Lab is offering a postdoc position to study the molecular interactions between the insect tissue and the fungus in the ambrosia symbiosis.
We have the data; we need you to analyze them!
We have several transcriptome sequence datasets for the different tissues (fungus-free beetle, pure fungus, and the mycangium where the two unite) and we need a smart molecular biologist or bioinformatician to interpret what makes the two organisms talk. We also have a genome sequence of the beetle.
Previous experience with transcriptomics, insect of fungus molecular physiology, or other fields of bioinformatics and molecular biology will obviously be a bonus. Independent publication experience is required (the output of the project is not just the analysis, but a paper). Innovative interdisciplinary ideas about symbiosis functioning are welcome.
The position includes annual stipend of $60,000 and health insurance. The initial contract is for one year with high likelihood of extension to multiple years depending on productivity. The position is based at the University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Partial remote work is acceptable, but is not a complete home office; we do need the postdoc to appear in the lab at least sometimes. International applicants are welcome.
NEW Application deadline: September 15, 2022.
Start date: ideally in the fall of 2022 or early 2023.
To apply
Send an email to hulcr@ufl.edu and include 1) Cover Letter, 2) your CV, and 3) a list of hobbies and interests.
