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Field Museum · 5 days ago

Postdoctoral Research Scientist –Lichens

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$61K/yr - $61K/yr

Field Museum is dedicated to connecting people to the natural environment and human history. They are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance research in comparative genomics and population genomics of lichen symbioses, focusing on evolutionary diversification and genomic adaptation.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Analyze genomic datasets, including assembly, annotation, and comparative analysis of symbiont genomes

Develop and apply workflows for phylogenomic inference, population structure analysis, and species delimitation

Collaborate on sequencing, data integration, and interpretation of multi-omic datasets

Contribute to manuscript writing, presentations, and broader dissemination of research outcomes

Participate in mentoring and training undergraduate students, particularly those from underrepresented groups in STEM fields

Qualification

Genomic data analysisComparative genomicsPopulation genomicsScripting languagesBioinformatics pipelinesRADseq experienceFungal biology backgroundCommunication skillsIndependent workCollaborative environment

Required

PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, evolutionary biology, or a related discipline

Proven experience in genomic data analysis, especially in comparative or population genomics

Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, Perl, Bash)

Familiarity with standard bioinformatics pipelines for sequence analysis, genome assembly, and variant analysis

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment

Preferred

Experience with RADseq, target enrichment, or metagenomic sequencing approaches

Background in fungal biology, lichenology, or symbiotic systems

Interest in molecular evolution, non-model organisms, and integrative evolutionary analysis

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.

Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.

Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.

Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

Company

Field Museum

Field Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum in Chicago, and is one of the largest such museums in the world

Founded in 1893

Chicago, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.fieldmuseum.org

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