[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Researcher to Support Exploration of Shipwreck Microbiomes

[Leila Hamdan]

The Hamdan Lab <https://hamdanlab.com/> in the School of Ocean Science and
Engineering at the University of Southern Mississippi
<https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology> 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.

*Primary Duties and Responsibilities*

   - Engage in a project studying seafloor microbiomes and metagenomes to
   characterize communities in water, sediment and biofilms.
   - Develop expertise in ecological theories regarding microbial
   biogeography and contribute new knowledge and ideas to this area of
   research.
   - 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.
   - Participate in planning and executing field work on board USM’s
   Research Vessel *Point Sur*, and other oceanographic research vessels.
   - 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.
   - Participate in student mentoring, and perform other duties as assigned
   by the study PI.

*Minimum Qualifications*
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.

*Knowledge, Skills & Abilities*

·  Proficiency with molecular biological laboratory techniques, general
laboratory practice, experimental design, laboratory safety procedures. A
high level of computer literacy.

·  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.

·  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.
*Preferred Qualifications  *
Significant proficiency in bioinformatics and, programming experience.
To apply for the position of Post Doctoral Research Associate please click
here <https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=181>.  *All
applications must be submitted through the USM career site
<https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=181>.* Please
contact Leila Hamdan (leila.hamdan at usm.edu; www.hamdanlab.com) with
specific questions.

*About The University of Southern Mississippi*

The Division of Coastal Sciences is a research and graduate education unit
within the School of Ocean Science and Engineering
<https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about>, offering
programs leading to the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science degrees.
The Division is located at the USM Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
<http://gcrl.usm.edu/> (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 fleet of
small and large research vessels <http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/research_vessels/>,
including the R/V Point Sur <https://www.usm.edu/marine/rv-point-sur>; the
GCRL Museum collection; the Center for Fisheries Research and Development
<http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/fisheries_center/index.php>; NSF I/UCRC Science
Center for Marine Fisheries, and aquaculture facilities including the Thad
Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center <http://www.usm.edu/gcrl/cmac/index.php>.

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
usm.edu.

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.

Please see our websites for more information about USM, the Gulf Coast
Research Laboratory, SOSE, and studies in the Hamdan lab:
*https://hamdanlab.com
<https://hamdanlab.com/>*, *http://gcrl.usm.edu/
<http://gcrl.usm.edu/>*,
*https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about
<https://www.usm.edu/school-ocean-science-and-technology/about>*
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