Postdoctoral opportunity studying conservation biology and population genomics of salmonids
The Meek Lab at Michigan State University is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to apply population genomic study to solve problems in the conservation of fish species. The Meek lab uses field studies and next-generation sequencing to address fundamental ecological questions that are directly relevant to the conservation and management of threatened species. We study biodiversity at the level of genotype up to phenotype. The focus of this position is listed below.
Conservation genomics of Central Valley Chinook salmon
The Meek lab has a long-running program aimed at understanding life history trait variation, population health and sustainability, and conservation biology of Central Valley Chinook salmon. Check out the website (meeklab.com) to see examples of these projects. We have an invaluable 30+ year database of trait data combined with genomic data to understand outmigration patterns in juvenile Chinook salmon. The post-doc will have the ability to develop their own questions using this database and add to it with new data collection. This position can be in East Lansing or primarily remote, but may have requirements for spending weeks in the lab to conduct lab work. The work in the Meek lab is done in very close collaboration with our state and federal agency partners to ensure usefulness and impact, therefore in addition to the publication of research, the post-doc will have opportunity to develop their skills in outreach, collaboration, and agency partner engagement.
Please look at our website (meeklab.com) to get a more complete picture of the work we do. We are a very interactive lab and are looking for excellent scientists, who care about conservation, and are good collaborators. The successful candidates can expect to publish peer-reviewed manuscripts based on the research described here. The Meek lab strives to be a safe space and support diversity in STEM.
The initial hire is for one year. The positions will be based in the Department of Integrative Biology at Michigan State University. Start date is negotiable and position is open until filled.
*Qualifications*
Applicants should have a PhD in ecology, evolution, genetics, bioinformatics, or related fields. We are looking for a creative and talented scientist with a good publication record and excellent organizational and communication skills who are passionate about conservation. Experience working with genomic data is essential and familiarity with one or several programming languages is preferred.
*How to apply*
Interested candidates should apply through the MSU Applicant Page at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/511933/research-associatefixed-term.
Please feel free to email (mhmeek@msu.edu), with “Post-doctoral position” in the subject line, before applying to ask questions. Review of applications will begin on September 19. Required application material:
1) Brief cover letter describing research interests and motivation
2) CV
3) Names and email addresses for 3 references
4) 2-3 published papers or manuscripts in preparation
The Meek Lab is often looking for motivated PhD and MS students, postdoctoral scholars, research technicians, and undergraduate researchers. See any announcements below. Please check out the research page for descriptions of some of the major projects happening in the lab, and have a look at our publications to get an idea of the type of research we do. Additionally, check out our Lab values page. If these ideas and values interest you, please email me to start a conversation (mhmeek@msu.edu). I’m excited to hear from you.
I take graduate students through both the Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior Program and the Department of Integrative Biology.
The Meek Lab is often looking for motivated PhD and MS students, postdoctoral scholars, research technicians, and undergraduate researchers. See any announcements below. Please check out the research page for descriptions of some of the major projects happening in the lab, and have a look at our publications to get an idea of the type of research we do. Additionally, check out our Lab values page. If these ideas and values interest you, please email me to start a conversation (mhmeek@msu.edu). I’m excited to hear from you.
I take graduate students through both the Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior Program and the Department of Integrative Biology.
The Meek Lab - Conservation Genomics at Michigan State University 