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Do you have a job you would like posted? Please e-mail the title, department, university, position description, and application deadline to jcross@mail.tamu.edu Selected job openings in the Department of Biology, Texas A&M University: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE The successful applicant will work with a team of other researchers on a project involving metabolic engineering of cyanobacteria to produce several desired products. Duties include: independent research that involves molecular biology, protein purification and biochemistry, analytical assays for metabolites and desired products, a wide range of recombinant DNA procedures, genetic transformation and screening of cyanobacteria and E. coli, computer analysis of DNA sequences, bioinformatics, and computer analysis associated with a functional genomics project. Additional duties include: maintaining a complete and accurate laboratory notebook; written research reports; instruction and supervision of research associates, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers; and participation and presentations at lab meetings. Other duties as required. NOV 080939 RESEARCH ASSISTANT Primary responsibility will be to execute experiments related to defining the mechanism of nuclear pore complex assembly and its contribution to nuclear architecture. This will include use of techniques encompassing molecular biology, microscopy, protein purification, and genetic analysis of yeast strains. In addition, the research assistant will be required to participate fully in general laboratory activities such as lab meetings, teaching new students/postdocs general lab techniques, and maintaining necessary lab supplies. NOV 080996 Selected job openings at Texas A&M: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION - MICROBIAL SOURCE TRACKING A postdoctoral research position is available in the Department of Soil & Crop Sciences at Texas A&M University to develop, evaluate, and use molecular-based approaches to identify environmental sources of indicator microorganisms (e.g, E. coli) and pathogens. Required qualifications include: 1) Ph.D. in Microbiology or related area; 2) experience with microbiological techniques for isolating and identifying microorganisms; 3) knowledge of microbial source tracking approaches; and 4) effective communication skills. Interested candidates should apply online at http://greatjobs.tamu.edu, search for position (NOV) #03029. For information contact: Dr. Terry Gentry at tgentry@ag.tamu.edu. (12/12/2007)
Selected job openings at other institutions: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION, MOLECULAR GENETICS AND BIOCHEMISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT IN PHYTOPHTHORA INFESTATIONS, DEPARTMENT OF PLANT PATHOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE Two postdoctoral positions are available at the University of California, Riverside (USA) to study Phytophthora infestans, a fungus-like lower eukaryote (an oomycete) that causes the important late blight diseases of potato and tomato. As the cause of potato late blight, P. infestans is one of the world's most important plant pathogens. Our laboratory has been using genetic and biochemical approaches to study asexual sporulation, sexual development (mating), spore germination, and host infection in P. infestans. Through microarray, yeast two-hybrid, and gene silencing studies we have identified genes and proteins that appear to play roles in these processes. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to help identify and study these factors. Examples of specific projects will include analyses of transcription factors, protein kinases, virulence factors, and other participants in development. Methods to be employed will include a combination of genetics, biochemistry, bioinformatics, proteomics, and/or microscopy. Experience in cloning or biochemical techniques are essential for these positions, however previous work with oomycetes is not required. Scientists with interests or backgrounds in oomycetes, fungi, microbial or plant development, or plant-pathogen interactions are especially welcome to apply. The positions available immediately, for 2-3 years. General
information about the lab is at: For more information or to apply, please contact: Howard Judelson
(howard.judelson@ucr.edu) If you send an email
attachment, please label it with your name. (5/5/2009) POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the Department of Biochemistry, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, in the area of lipid metabolism in the parasite Leishmania. A PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology or related field, as well as proficiency with enzymatic assays, protein purification, and basic molecular biology techniques are required. Experience with tissue culture, and willingness to learn cell biology techniques and to work with mice preferred. Please submit (e-mail preferred) a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional references to: Dr. Rachel Zufferey Screening of applications will begin on April 1, 2008, and continue until position is filled. ONE YEAR POSITION, DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY The University of Minnesota, Morris seeks an individual committed to excellence in undergraduate education, to fill a full-time, one-year position in biology beginning August 18, 2008. Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate biology courses including an introductory level survey of organismal biology (with lab) and a core ecology course (with lab); conducting r earch; advising undergraduates; and sharing in the governance and advancement of the biology program as well as the campus at-large. Candidates must be at least A.B.D. in ecology, organismal biology or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates having a Ph.D. One year experience teaching undergraduate biology is required. (Graduate TA experience is acceptable.) The University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) is a nationally-recognized, small, selective, residential, undergraduate liberal arts campus of the University of Minnesota. It has an enrollment of about 1650 students with 120 faculty members. The campus is located in westcentral Excellent fringe benefits and a collegial atmosphere accompany the position. Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level for those having the Ph.D. in hand and at the Instructor level for others. The standard teaching load is twenty credit hours per year. Biology Search Committee Chair Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening begins March 14, 2008. Inquiries can be made to Ann Kolden, Executive Office and Administrative Specialist, at (320) 589-6301 or koldenal@morris.umn.edu. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation. (8/18/2008) TENURE-TRACK POSITION IN BIOLOGY The University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) seeks an individual committed to excellence in undergraduate education, to fl11 a tenure-track position in vertebrate biology beginning August 18 2008. Responsibilities include: teaching a two-year rotation of undergraduate biology courses including upper level electives in vertebrate systematics or natural history and sophomore level human physiology; contributing to the university's general education program; curating and maintaining the discipline's vertebrate collection; advising undergraduates; pursuing a research program that could involve undergraduates; and sharing in the governance and advancement of the biology program as well as the campus at-large. UMM is a nationally-recognized, small, selective, residential, undergraduate liberal arts campus of the University of Minnesota. It has an emollment of about 1700 students with over 120 faculty members. The campus is located in west-central Minnesota, 160 miles from Minneapolis, in a rural community of
5000 people. The college is organized into four academic divisions, of which Science and Mathematics
is one. Disciplines represented in the division are Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology,
Mathematics, Physics and Statistics. The college attracts excellent students many of whom go on to
graduate or professional studies. Visit www.morris.umn.edu/positions/ to learn about other open This tenure-track position carries all of the privileges and responsibilities of University of Minnesota faculty appointments. A sound retirement plan, excellent fringe benefits and a collegial atmosphere are among the benefits that accompany the position. Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level for those having the Ph.D. in hand and at the Instructor level for others. The standard teaching load is twenty credit hours per year. Biology Search Committee Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Screening begins January 7, 2008. Inquiries can be made to Tracey Anderson, Search Committee Chair, at (320) 589-6324 or anderstm@morris.umn.edu. BIOLOGY INSTRUCTOR We plan to hire a full time biology instructor for the Brenham and surrounding Blinn College campuses for the 2008 spring semester, Interested applicants should apply via www.blinn.edu. The minimum requirement is a master's degree in biology including at least 18 graduate semester hours in biology. If the courses are of bona fide graduate level biology content but lack the BIO or BIOL rubric, it is essential that we receive documentation to that effect from an appropriate dean or other administrator. (5/5/2008)
Other links of interest: Texas A&M Employment Opportunities - current employment opportunities available at Texas A&M University. This comprehensive site includes printable application forms, a description of the process for applying for a position with the university, and a list of Frequently Asked Questions. TAMUS Employment Opportunities - lists complete job descriptions for all positions available at the Texas A&M University System Administrative and General Offices (SAGO). Sciencejobs.com - a leading web-based career service produced in partnership by the publishers of Cell, BioMedNet and New Scientist. Science magazine's Professional Network - job listings, career links, employer profiles, resume bank, career fairs and more. Nature magazine - self-proclaimed the "most comprehensive international listing of jobs on the Internet". Updated weekly. Chronicle of Higher Education - linked to their listing of faculty and research positions in science and technology.
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