Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Wilberforce, OHIO
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | 0801585 |
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| Classification Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
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| Department | College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture |
| Department Contact Email | hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu |
| Job Summary/Basic Function | Job Summary Agriculture Research Development Program (ARDP) in the College of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture (CESTA) at Central State University (1890 Land Grant Institution and HBCU) is seeking a postdoctoral scientist to fulfill obligations for USDA 1890 Land Grant research performing field and lab research experiments. The position is for 12 months. appointment at the beginning. If the performance is satisfactory based on the evaluation, the funding is up to 3 years. The salary is competitive with full benefits as a full-time employee. The research is focused on genetics and genomics to study genes, brain, and social behavior of bees. The candidate should have experience with pollinator ecology and genomics. The postdoctoral scientist is expected to design and perform procedures/techniques using standard molecular. methods for sequencing analysis, physiological assay, behavioral experiments, and advanced knowledge in RNA biology. The incumbent is willing to learn new technologies and is expected. to supervise and mentor student researchers (under-represented minority) and assist with routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment. DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform complex field and laboratory experiments for behavioral genetics and epigenetics experiments, physiological experiments • Prepare samples for single-cell seq or next-gene sequencing • Follow QA/QC protocols and design SOPs that comply with Standard Methods • Use LIMS for documentation of QA/QC/Standards/Research/Other samples • Direct routine molecular biology procedures • Direct preparation of equipment, samples, reagents, media, and solutions for use in the laboratory • Prepare and submit all necessary reports and related research manuscripts to faculty/PI • Data entry, managements, and summarization • Perform bioinformatic analysis using programming skills in computational biology • Assist researchers with the statistically valid data analysis and interpretation, • Assistance with preparing research findings for presentations and publications • Meet with research faculty/PI weekly, to discuss work projects and outputs and assign priorities •Mentor and work with undergraduate students for research •Facilitate the operation of the lab and assist the faculty/students • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. |
| Minimum Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications: • Ph.D. in Entomology, Genomics, Evolution, Ecology, Physiology, or related STEM field. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Knowledgeable of data entry management and presentation skills. • Science-driven and highly motivated for research and publications |
| Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge and skills in bee genomics, molecular/cellular, or physiological biology for at least 2 years, • Evidence of peer-reviewed publications in insect genomics/ecology/physiology, • Experience and interest in mentoring/teaching students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, • Must be organized and detail-oriented with the ability to work under limited supervision, • Ability to produce outcomes under strict deadlines, • Experience using Single-cell sequencing, Nanopore direct-seq, or Illumina sequencing, and, • Knowledge and skills in bioinformatics, data science, programming, or computational biology for at least 2 years. |
| Posting Date | 04/25/2024 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applications should be uploaded to the Central State Job Board Posting with a CV, research. statement including research experience and future goals and contact information of three professional references. The review of applications will start on June 1st, 2024, or until the position is filled. The expected start date is December of 2024. Non-Discrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. |
| Position Category | Staff - Monthly (Exempt) |
| Budgeted Annual Salary | Commensurate with experience |