Postdoctoral Fellow in Stem Cell Biology and Regeneration in a Marine Invertebrate – Whitney Laboratory, University of Florida

Posted on September 13, 2023

The University of Florida, Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience, Schnitzler Lab (https://www.whitney.ufl.edu/people/current-research-faculty/christine-e-schnitzler-phd/ and https://tinyurl.com/4htre8vc) seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on our NIH-funded stem cell heterogeneity project titled “Characterizing the molecular regulators of stem cell populations during homeostasis and regeneration in Hydractinia, an emerging cnidarian research organism” using modern experimental and computational biology techniques.

The position is based at the University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience in St. Augustine, Florida, USA. Additional information regarding the position can be found here: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/528296/postdoctoral-associate

Information about the Whitney Laboratory can be found at http://www.whitney.ufl.edu/

The Schnitzler lab focuses on stem cells and regeneration in the context of genomics and evolution using the colonial cnidarian Hydractinia as a research organism.  The project includes characterizing subpopulations of adult stem cells including investigating how stem cells are maintained and how progenitor populations are specified in different contexts, including regeneration. The work includes molecular biology, cellular biology, confocal and light sheet microscopy imaging, cell sorting, transgenic reporter animals, and bioinformatics approaches. The position will involve performing research as part of a team, as well as training and mentoring other lab members.

The position is guaranteed for two years with the possibility of renewal and is available immediately with a preference to applicants that can start by December 1st, 2023 or earlier.

Salary range is $56,484 to $68,604 USD depending on years of experience following NIH guidelines plus benefits.

A Ph.D. is required. Desired experience includes molecular and cellular biology and fluorescence imaging techniques. Experience with cnidarians or other marine invertebrate organisms would be advantageous. Experience with cell sorting and/or single-cell RNA sequencing would be advantageous. Background knowledge and experience with stem cells and regeneration would be preferred. Other relevant experience, such as functional genomics experience or work with creating or working with transgenic reporter lines should be highlighted in the application. Diversity is a core value of our research group, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment.

Minimum requirements: Candidates should have or be close to obtaining a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology, developmental biology, evolutionary developmental biology, evolutionary biology, integrated biology, or a related subject. We are a lab that supports diversity and inclusion. Candidates from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, applicants should apply using the Apply Now button on this link:

https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/528296/postdoctoral-associate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

The Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience (http://www.whitney.ufl.edu/) is a University of Florida research center. Founded in 1974, the Whitney Lab is dedicated to using marine model animals for studying fundamental problems in biology and applying that knowledge to issues of human health, natural resources, and the environment. The Laboratory is situated on a narrow barrier island with both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway within a few hundred feet of the facility. It is located in Marineland, about 18 miles south of St. Augustine and 80 miles from Gainesville. The academic staff of the Whitney Laboratory consists of 10 tenure-track faculty members, together with approximately 50 postdoctoral fellows, students, lab managers, lab technicians, and visiting scientists. Dr. Mark Q. Martindale is the Director. Fields of research conducted at Whitney Laboratory include: Evolutionary Developmental Biology; Wildlife Genomic Medicine; Fish Aquaculture; Biomechanics and Neurobiology of Fish Locomotion; Natural Products Chemistry; Genomics, Memory, and Neuronal Evolution; Wetland Biogeochemistry; Bioinformatics and Evolutionary Biology; Evolutionary and Functional Genomics; Regeneration; and Neurobiology and Physiology. The lab also has an active K-12 STEM education outreach program, and a Sea Turtle Hospital.

Questions? Contact Dr. Schnitzler: christine.schnitzler@whitney.ufl.edu

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