Center for Marine Science - Postdoctoral Scholar (Biology/Marine Biology)

at  University of North Carolina Wilmington

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Interested candidates will need to submit their cover letter that explains their qualifications, research interests, and future career goals (2 pages max.), their full CV including publications, grants, mentoring experience, and email and phone contact information for 3 references.
The Coral Reproduction and Evolutionary Ecology- Fogarty Lab conducts basic and applied research to better understand the stressors driving coral mortality and how to optimize coral husbandry for restoration. Our state-of-the-art ex-situ spawning facility can mimic conditions in the wild resulting in repeated coral spawning. Our 36 replicate tank system can support experiments where temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, and light are manipulated, or pollutants are tested. We conduct interdisciplinary research through collaborations with microbial, developmental, and molecular biologists, comparative physiologists, chemists, and restoration practitioners. For more information visit Coral REEF Lab - Home (nicolefogarty.com)
The Warner Lab uses marine invertebrates to study fundamental questions in developmental biology and evolution. We do this primarily by investigating the genetic interactions (gene regulatory networks) that are responsible for cell fate decisions and morphogenesis of early embryos and comparing how these networks evolve across long evolutionary distances. We use a variety of model organisms in the lab including sea urchins, sea anemones, and corals. For more information visit warnerlab.org.
Posting Details

BRIEF SUMMARY OF WORK FOR THIS POSITION

The Biology and Marine Biology Department at University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar to begin October 1, 2024 (Start Date is Negotiable). A UNCW postdoctoral scholar is a 12-month full-time temporary non-faculty position with the option for annual renewal.
The primary responsibility of the postdoctoral scholar will focus on developing and overseeing innovative research projects related to upscaling coral reproduction and optimizing restoration techniques that meet the State of Florida Restoration Priorities and Reef Management Applications (select priorities/objectives below) and to assist generating new transgenic tools to study coral biology and thermal stress response research funded by the Coral Research Development Accelerator Program (CORDAP) .

APPOINTMENT DESCRIPTION

This is a 1-year appointment, renewable up to 3 years

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate degree in biology, marine science, or closely related field. Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in one of the science fields listed above and conferred before the appointment start date but no more than five (5) years prior to the appointment start date.
Exceptions to the 5-year post-degree limit may be waived in certain circumstances.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

1. A PhD in a relevant discipline (Marine Science, Biology, or related field)
2. Background in coral biology strongly preferred.
3. Background in coral restoration, management, or policy strongly preferred
4. Background in molecular biology is preferred.
5. Proven track record of critical thinking skills, analytical skills, problem solving and creativity.
6. Strong intrapersonal skills and ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.
7. Strong communication skills and fluency in both spoken and written English.
8. Record of quality publications in peer-reviewed journals.

The Biology and Marine Biology department has an excellent record of faculty development and mentorship and is committed to assisting post-doctoral scholars to succeed. Our undergraduate programs offer a B.A and B.S. in Biology and B.S. Marine Biology. Graduate curricula in the department include M.S. programs in Biology and Marine Biology, as well as a Ph.D. program in Integrative, Comparative, and Marine Biology. Excellent support for research is provided in departmental facilities on our main campus, including the Oriole Burevitch Laboratory, and at our nearby CREST Research Park, which includes the Center for Marine Science, Shellfish Research Hatchery, and Marine Biotechnology Center.
The Center for Marine Science at UNC Wilmington is dedicated to providing an environment that fosters a multidisciplinary approach to questions in basic marine research.
The mission of the center is to promote basic and applied research in the fields of oceanography, coastal and wetland studies, marine biomedical and environmental physiology, and marine biotechnology and aquaculture.