North Carolina State University · 14 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Scholar
Raleigh, NC
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $59K/yrNorth Carolina State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scholar in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences. The role involves conducting research in soil microbiology, focusing on the roles of ultrasmall prokaryotes and bacterial endosymbionts in soil ecosystems, while also mentoring students and leading data analysis efforts.
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Responsibilities
We seek an exceptional postdoctoral research associate to conduct research in the areas of soil microbiology and symbioses between microbes
This project will focus on understanding the roles of ultrasmall prokaryotes from the Patescibacteria superphylum in soil
Additional potential projects include assessments of the functions of bacterial endosymbionts of fungi in soil ecosystems
The project will include characterizations of soil microbes through high-throughput isolation of bacteria and fungi, metagenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics
The postdoctoral associate will lead laboratory and data analysis efforts, and work will consist of wet lab, computational, and field components
In addition to laboratory studies, activities will include bioinformatics analyses including the analysis of multi-omics data including genomics, metagenomics, and transcriptomics data
Additional duties will include mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students
Finally, the postdoctoral associate will be expected to lead the drafting of manuscripts, proposals, and presentations for national conferences
Qualification
Required
General knowledge of soil and environmental science
Ability to clearly and concisely present scientific data both orally and in writing
Ability to design experiments, conduct independent research, and lead the preparation of manuscripts
Preferred
The ideal candidate would have experience in studying interactions between microbes in soil or plant systems
The ideal candidate will also have experience using bioinformatics tools in high-performance computing environments
A strong publication record is highly desirable
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