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Postdoctoral Research Associate AD

The University of Georgia · Athens, GA · 2 mo ago
Art & CreativeFull-time

About the role

The post-doctoral researcher will work on a variety of projects in quantitative genetics and genomics, ranging from practical to theoretical, will develop novel methods to be applied in animal breeding and genetics, and perform analyses in fish data.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in the lab (80%)

  • Writing and reporting of research (20%)

Requirements

  • Highly motivated Ph.D. with a strong background in one or more of the following areas: cell biology, genetics, neuroscience and bioinformatics, and related fields are encouraged to apply.

  • Prior experience in stem cell EV research which may include production, collection, purification, characterization, labelling, proteomic, lipidomic profiling and mitochondrial transfer and role in brain inflammation is a plus.

  • Knowledge of quantitative genetics, genomics, and statistical genetics is a plus.

  • Proficiency in R, Unix bash scripting, and BLUPF90.

Qualifications

  • Classification Title: Post-Doctoral Associate AD

  • FLSA: Exempt

  • UGA Job Code: N/A

  • FTE: 1.00

Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

  • Knowledge of quantitative genetics, genomics, and statistical genetics is a plus.

  • Proficiency in R, Unix bash scripting, and BLUPF90.

Physical Demands

N/A

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)?

No

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

  • Recruitment Contact Name: Christa Dempsey

  • Recruitment Contact Email: cld97133@uga.edu

  • Recruitment Contact Phone: N/A

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