Postdoctoral Research Associate Biological Sciences
Job Description
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Biological Sciences, Rose Hill
Fordham University
Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.
- Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
- A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
- As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
- As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.
- University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family,life, and work-related issues.
Hybrid Policy:
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Position Summary
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will perform research tasks related to the
NSF-funded project “Genomic basis of ecosystem adaptation in rice,” in
collaboration with Michael Purugganan at New York University (NYU) and Amelia
Henry at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). This work will include
population and evolutionary genomic analyses of local varieties of rice grown
experimentally under different conditions. The Postdoctoral Research Associate
will also conduct research projects on related topics.
Essential Functions
of genomic and phenotypic data.
∙ Helps write and prepare manuscripts for publication.
∙ Helps manage the operation of the lab and maintains a safe and
productive environment.
∙ Conducts research as part of a collaborative team.
∙ Helps guide and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
∙ Ph.D. in ecology, evolution, genetics or a related field, and knowledge of
all of these subject areas, particularly evolutionary ecology
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
∙ Skills in genomic and bioinformatics analysis, biological statistics, and
ability to use programs such as R and Python
∙ Excellent communication skills
∙ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact successfully with students
and collaborators
∙ Good problem solving abilities
∙ Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to
the goals of Jesuit Education.
Minimum Starting Salary: $64,000
Maximum Starting Salary: $65,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
START DATE: ASAP
APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/7026
ABOUT FORDHAM
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an
exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000
students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx
and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center
Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom.
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other
protected categories
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