(pending administrative approval)
The candidate will conduct research on the molecular evolution of genes employing both molecular biological and bioinformatic approaches. Current NSF-funded projects in the lab are: 1) investigating the origin and evolution of meiosis, and 2) constructing a multi-gene "tree of life" of eukaryotic microbes. Duties will include independent research, management of laboratory and training/supervision of personnel.
Required: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or computer science with an emphasis in genetics and molecular biology.
Desirable: One or more years of experience in a basic science research setting. Master's degree in life science. Experience with one or more: yeast genetics, isolation and culturing of microbes, molecular biology (e.g. PCR, cloning, sequencing), microscopy, bioinformatic software design/programming/implementation, supervisory experience.
Submit resume with names and contact information (including email) of at least two references to: Dr. John M. Logsdon, Jr., University of Iowa, Department of Biological Sciences, 310 Biology Building, Iowa City, IA 52242-1324 USA. Salary range: $26,000-$38,000, depending on experience /qualifications. See http://euplotes.biology.uiowa.edu for a description of the lab. The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
POSTED 7/26/04
