A 2-year Research Technician in Genomics and Metagenomics of Population Declines We are looking for a reliable and experienced person to work on the interactions of host and microbiome during population declines, by generating temporal host genomic and metagenomic data from museum specimens of several mammalian species using ancient DNA techniques. The project is based at the University of Edinburgh, UK, Institute of Ecology and Evolution, in the group of Dr. Katerina Guschanski. Your task We are seeking an experienced research technician who will plan and carry out molecular work on museum specimens from various mammals and their associated microbiomes, as well as contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the ancient DNA lab. This will involve extracting DNA from historical samples using ancient DNA techniques in the specialised environment of the ancient DNA lab, constructing next generation sequencing libraries, and performing quality checks. The post-holder will also contribute to sampling in the natural history museums and, if interested, have the opportunity to contribute to data analysis and run own research projects within the broader framework of the study. We therefore require a candidate with a graduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field. Requirements - Molecular wet lab experience, in particular with DNA extraction and next generation library preparation. Experience working with degraded samples or ancient DNA will be a huge asset. - Excellent time management and organisational skills, great attention to detail. - Willingness to provide training and supervision to students and other lab members and support their experimental work. - Strong communication skills. Application More information on the post and the link to the application portal is here: https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/11528 Application deadline: November 21st, 2024 Expected interview dates: Mid December Expected starting date: March 1st, 2025 or soon thereafter Contact: Please reach out to katerina.guschanski@ed.ac.uk for more information and informal inquiries about the post. Katerina Guschanski Senior Lecturer Institute of Ecology and Evolution School of Biological Sciences The University of Edinburgh Ashworth Laboratories Charlotte Auerbach Road Edinburgh, EH9 3FL UK Office: +44 (0)131 650 7489 Email: Katerina.Guschanski@ed.ac.uk The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336. Is e buidheann carthannais a th' ann an Oilthigh Dh?n ?ideann, cl?raichte an Alba, ?ireamh cl?raidh SC005336. Katerina Guschanski (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)