Begin forwarded message:From: Carol Eunmi LEE <0000061f866e8d38-dmarc-request@LISTSERV.KSU.EDU>Subject: [Newsletter] [ARTHROPODNEWS] UWisconsin_Madison.EvolutionaryComparativeGenomicsDate: 9 April 2021 at 08:17:44 CESTReply-To: Carol Eunmi LEE <carollee@WISC.EDU>Dear Colleagues,================= You can manage your subscription for this list at:
I am currently looking for a postdoc to join my lab. We have a lot of data, a vibrant lab, and a great study system.
Feel free to forward this ad to those that might be interested.
Postdoctoral Position in Evolutionary Population and Comparative Genomics
A postdoctoral position is available to work on an NSF-funded project inthe laboratory of Professor Carol Lee, in the Department of IntegrativeBiology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
This project focuses on Rapid Evolutionary Responses to GlobalChange using the copepod Eurytemora affinis species complex as a modelsystem. With changes in global climate, coastal high latitude waters areexperiencing rapid declines in salinity, due to increases in ice meltand precipitation. We have found evolutionary shifts in ion transportfunction, genome-wide gene expression, and population genomic signaturesof selection associated with changes in salinity (see pubs in the linksbelow). This postdoc project will entail conducting comparative genomicand population genomic analyses associated with temperature and salinitychange in wild and laboratory populations.
The E. affinis complex presents an exemplary model, with its shortgeneration time (20d), ease of culturing large numbers (thousandsper population), and ability to generate inbred lines. The Lee Labis generating multiple full reference genomes (PacBio and OxfordNanopore) from the E. affinis species complex to the chromosome level.Additionally, the multiple independent environmental clines have enabledus to observe exceptional cases of parallel polygenetic adaptation(to the level of SNPs).
The ideal candidate should hold a Ph.D. and have publications inpeer-reviewed journals. A background in evolutionary genetics isrequired, especially in population genetics/genomics or comparativegenomics. Relevant areas of expertise include molecular evolutionarygenetics, computational and programming skills, and statistics.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continueuntil the position is filled. The appointment could persist for upto three years. Interested candidates should email their applicationto Prof. Carol Lee (carollee@wisc.edu), including: (1) a CV, (2) acover letter describing qualifications and relevant experience, (3)a list of references (recommenders), and (4) samples of first authoredpublications. Enquiries regarding this position are most welcome.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison offers a large and intellectuallyvibrant community of evolutionary/population biologists, providingample opportunities for interaction with excellent scientists (seehttps://evolution.wisc.edu/people/faculty/) and first rate departments ofStatistics and Biostatistics, computational facilities, and a BiotechCenter. Madison is a culturally-rich community, in relative closeproximity to Chicago.
Representative publications:
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative ActionEmployer.
Carol Eunmi LEEProfessorDepartment of Integrative BiologyUniversity of Wisconsin, MadisonMadison, WI 53706
Carol Eunmi LEE <carollee@wisc.edu>