<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail-cs-atscs-jobdet-rtpane"><font size="2"><span>The <a href="https://hamdanlab.com/">Hamdan Lab</a> in the <a href="https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology">School of Ocean Science and Engineering at the University of Southern Mississippi</a></span> </font>seeks a postdoctoral researcher to
support a 2 year project funded by NOAA’s Ocean Exploration and
Research Program. The project includes the first exploration mission to
two shipwrecks in the Gulf of Mexico, and discovery focused studies of
their microbiomes. Individuals with experience with microbiology,
biogeochemistry, and expertise in molecular ecology are encouraged to
apply.<strong><br></strong></div><div class="gmail-cs-atscs-jobdet-rtpane"><strong><br></strong></div><div class="gmail-cs-atscs-jobdet-rtpane"><strong>Primary Duties and Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li class="gmail-">Engage in a project studying seafloor microbiomes and metagenomes to characterize communities in water, sediment and biofilms.</li><li class="gmail-">Develop expertise in ecological theories regarding
microbial biogeography and contribute new knowledge and ideas to this
area of research.</li><li class="gmail-">Develop and apply bioinformatics tools and approaches to
identify communities, relevant taxa and associations. Learn and apply
machine learning tools to datasets generated during the course of the
study in collaboration with project scientists from other institutions.</li><li class="gmail-">Participate in planning and executing field work on board USM’s Research Vessel <em>Point Sur</em>, and other oceanographic research vessels.</li><li class="gmail-">Contribute significantly to written and oral communication,
including the development of peer-reviewed manuscripts, blog posts,
outreach through social media, and the public outreach products designed
to engage broad audiences in the study of the deep-sea.</li><li class="gmail-">Participate in student mentoring, and perform other duties as assigned by the study PI.</li></ul>
<div><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></div>
<div>Applicants must have a Ph.D. in coastal or marine sciences,
microbiology, geomicrobiology, biogeochemistry or similar field.
Applicants must also have a publication record that illustrates ability
to conduct and communicate independent research as well as experience
and proficiency in bioinformatics and statistical analysis.</div>
<div><strong><br></strong></div><div><strong>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities</strong></div>
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<p class="gmail-">· Proficiency with molecular biological laboratory
techniques, general laboratory practice, experimental design, laboratory
safety procedures. A high level of computer literacy.</p>
<p class="gmail-">· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety
rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports, correspondence and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Ability to speak effectively before groups. Ability and interest in
contributing to outreach activities.</p>
<p class="gmail-">· Interested candidates should be self-motivated, results
driven, able to take a project vision and shape it with scientific
experience, and work with a team to support discovery and learning.</p>
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<div><strong>Preferred Qualifications </strong></div>
<div>Significant proficiency in bioinformatics and, programming experience.</div>
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<div>To apply for the position of Post Doctoral Research Associate please click <a href="https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=181">here</a>. <strong>All applications must be submitted through the USM <a href="https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=181">career site</a>.</strong> Please contact Leila Hamdan (<a href="mailto:leila.hamdan@usm.edu">leila.hamdan@usm.edu</a>; <a href="http://www.hamdanlab.com">www.hamdanlab.com</a>) with specific questions.</div><div><br></div><div><p><strong>About The University of Southern Mississippi</strong></p>
<p>The Division of Coastal Sciences is a research and graduate education unit within the <a href="https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about">School of Ocean Science and Engineering</a>, offering programs leading to the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science degrees. The Division is located at the USM <a href="http://gcrl.usm.edu/">Gulf Coast Research Laboratory</a>
(Ocean Springs, Mississippi), a marine laboratory featuring
comprehensive basic and applied research programs in coastal and marine
biological sciences. Research program support includes state-of-the-art
laboratory facilities and instrumentation; <a href="http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/research_vessels/">a fleet of small and large research vessels</a>, including the <a href="https://www.usm.edu/marine/rv-point-sur">R/V Point Sur</a>; the GCRL Museum collection; <a href="http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/fisheries_center/index.php">the Center for Fisheries Research and Development</a>; NSF I/UCRC Science Center for Marine Fisheries, and aquaculture facilities including the <a href="http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/cmac/index.php">Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center</a>.</p>
<p>Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a
comprehensive doctoral and research-driven university with a proud
history and an eye on the future. A dual-campus university, Southern
Miss serves students on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, in
addition to five teaching and research sites in Mississippi and through
Online at Southern Miss. Since 2006, our students have collected three
Truman Scholarships and 18 National Science Foundation Graduate Research
Fellowships. USM students also lead Mississippi with 21 Goldwater
Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great
research scientists. Our Drapeau Center for Undergraduate Research
affords our students meaningful research opportunities, and as a proven
leader in innovation, we conduct transformative research that translates
into real-world solutions. As one of only 36 institutions in the nation
accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music, we are a haven
for creativity and artistic expression. In the classroom or lab, on the
playing field, or in the performance hall, we strive to have a positive
impact not only on our students, but also the world around us. Further
information is found at <a href="http://usm.edu">usm.edu</a>.</p>
<p>As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity
employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of
Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons
with disabilities to apply.</p>
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<p>Please see our websites for more information about USM, the Gulf
Coast Research Laboratory, SOSE, and studies in the Hamdan lab: <u><a href="https://hamdanlab.com/">https://hamdanlab.com</a></u>, <u><a href="http://gcrl.usm.edu/">http://gcrl.usm.edu/</a></u>, <u><a href="https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about">https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about</a></u></p>
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