Seeking Research Support Specialist in Evolutionary Genomics Location: Mullen Lab, Boston University, Boston, MA Start Date: Position available immediately, but preferred start by January 2025 Job Description: The Mullen Evolutionary Genomics Lab at Boston University seeks applications for a Research Support Specialist. Research in the Mullen Lab is aimed at understanding the origin and maintenance of diversity across levels of biological organization. Current projects in the lab focus on testing mimicry theory, understanding the structure, function, and evolution of cis-regulatory elements influencing color pattern development in butterflies, and investigating the causes and consequences of synanthropic life-history evolution in the webbing clothes moth. The primary objectives of this role will include direct supervision of Mullen Lab graduate students in bioinformatic techniques and wet lab experiments. If interested, there is also potential for the successful candidate to work on independent data analysis of a whole genome sequencing dataset aimed at understanding the role of cis-regulatory elements in a butterfly mimicry complex. The successful applicant will have demonstrated success in project management, analysis of next generation sequencing data, population genomic analyses, bioinformatics, and a strong interest in mentorship. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience analyzing whole genome sequencing data, RNAseq, and ATACseq data. Candidates with either a MSc or PhD and appropriate experience are encouraged to apply. The Mullen Lab embraces open and equitable access to opportunities for scientific learning and development, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender and gender expression, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, religious/non-religious beliefs, socio-economic class, or any other differences that have been the basis for oppression, misunderstanding or bias. Position Details: The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extending for an additional 2 years contingent on satisfactory performance. Staff benefits include health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts), flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for supplemental medical costs, and a 403(b) retirement plan. Starting salary is $67,500 USD with potential for merit-based raises each year. The candidate will additionally receive professional mentoring from the PI, and can expect a professional development stipend of $2,500. The successful applicant will be based in the Biology Department at Boston University and will be expected to be present in person at least 75% of the time. To Apply: Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to smullen@bu.edu and haich@bu.edu with "Research Support Specialist App" in the subject line. The closing date for applications is November 1, 2024. Hannah E. Aichelman M.Sc Ph.D. she/her/hers Postdoctoral Associate, Mullen & Davies Labs Boston University https://hannahaichelman.weebly.com/ Hannah Aichelman (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)