We seek a postdoctoral research associate to join our research efforts on evolutionary and functional genomics in fish. The successful applicant will work as part of an interdisciplinary group and leverage a newly renovated laboratory designed for rearing and genetically modifying sea lamprey and zebrafish to 1) study the genomic regulation of reproduction, development, or life history strategies in sea lamprey and zebrafish and 2) develop and evaluate the efficacy of approaches to generate genetically modified sea lamprey. Specific research questions are flexible depending on the selected candidates’ interests and could be related to evo-devo, behavior, invasive species control, human health, or other fields. Qualified applicants must have a background in biology and experience or interest in molecular biology and genome editing using CRISPR/CAS9; interest in collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral research associates from diverse disciplines and academic backgrounds; excellent written and oral communication skills; and experience working in a diverse environment and in programs designed to promote inclusion. Candidates with a doctorate in biology, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, or related fields will be considered.

This is an annual position, renewable for up to five years.

For more information, please contact Dr. Tyler Buchinger (buching6@msu.edu) or Dr. Weiming Li (liweim@msu.edu) and/or visit https://www.lilabmsu.com/. Review of applications will begin 5 February 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Please apply at Careers@MSU website: https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/517277/research-associatefixed-term.