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Radar Research Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

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KBR

Radar Research Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

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KBR, Inc.

Radar Research Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Pursuing Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other ...

KBR, Inc.

Radar Research Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Pursuing Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other ...

Virginia Tech

Postdoctoral Associate

Blacksburg, VA

... targeted genetics. Our multidisciplinary approach will allow for extensive training in the ... Required Qualifications - PhD in a relevant field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years ...

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Post-Doctoral Researcher in Marine Mammal Genetics

Hampton University Faculty

Hampton, VA • On-site

$112K/yr

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Posted 15 days ago

Job description

The Hampton University Department of Marine and Environmental Sciences (Dr. Carolina Bonin Lewallen's Lab/ https://bonincarolina.wixsite.com/mammel ) invites applications for a post-doctoral researcher in marine mammal genetics beginning January 2025 (24 month position).
Founded in 1868, Hampton University is a leading historically black university (HBCU) located on the Virginia Peninsula in the City of Hampton. It is a privately endowed, co-educational, nonsectarian institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join Dr. Bonin Lewallen's team as a post-doctoral researcher on an NSF- funded project "Genomic Inferences of Adaptation in an Antarctic Top Predator: the leopard seal". The NSF public abstract for this project can be found here: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2401877&HistoricalAwards=false
The postdoctoral researcher will be primarily responsible for data generation and data analyses for a comparative genomics project focused on leopard seals. The candidate will work collaboratively with an international team of scientists, assist the PI with mentorship for undergraduate and graduate students, provide support on grant and laboratory management/upkeep, and participate in Departmental and University academic activities. We value diversity in all forms and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us.
Qualifications
  1. PhD in Biology, with emphasis in ecology, evolutionary biology, wildlife genetics, or a related field. ABD PhD candidates will be considered.
  2. Experience (1-2 years) analyzing genomics data for non-model organisms (ability to work with computer clusters)
  3. Outstanding writing and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
The candidate will ideally have some or all of the following:
  1. Ability to customize analytical packages already available to analyze large genomic datasets
  2. Laboratory skills (e.g., DNA/ RNA extractions; PCR; RT qPCR)
  3. Familiarity with large mammal biology/ecology

To Apply: Please send the documents listed below to Dr. Carolina Lewallen, Hampton University: carolina.lewallen@hamptonu.edu
  1. Full CV
  2. Brief cover letter (2 pages max.) detailing your qualifications and experience relative to the position

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