Research Associate in Chromosome Evolution in Beetles and Flies (Bracewell Lab) A full-time Research Associate (RA) position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Ryan Bracewell in the EEB program at Indiana University Bloomington to help study functional genomics and chromosome evolution in beetles and flies (Drosophila). The RA will oversee insect colony maintenance, will perform DNA/RNA extraction, lllumina sequencing and long-read sequencing library preparation (RNA-seq, Hi-C, Nanopore, PacBio), chromosome squash and fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH), and general data collection/management. The RA will also be responsible for ordering lab supplies, maintaining lab equipment, and helping to mentor undergraduate students. Some fieldwork is also possible for those interested but will not be required. Information about the Bracewell lab is available at https://ryanbracewell.com. B.S. in Biology or a related field with previous research experience in genetics, genomics, molecular biology, and/or evolution is required. M.S. or Ph.D. applicants will also be considered. Good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team are expected. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, benefits included. Best consideration date is March 1st, 2025. The expected start date is late spring/negotiable. Please submit a cover letter describing interest and previous experience, a curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/27713. For questions about the position and more details on the research, please contact Dr. Ryan Bracewell (rbracewe@iu.edu). The department of Biology is a large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees, nationally-ranked graduate programs, and world-class research spanning the breadth of biological questions and experimental systems - from ecosystems to microbiology and developmental biology, from evolution to cell biology, from molecular biology to systems biology, bioinformatics, and genomics. It is always an exciting time for Biology - enormous advances in global genome analysis coupled with unprecedented developments in interdisciplinary research have made the 21st century the Century of Biology. For more information about the department, you can find it here: About: Department of Biology: Indiana University Bloomington. The Department of Biology is part of The College of Arts+ Sciences, the oldest and largest academic division of Indiana University. The College values diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core strength and essential element in the success of its educational mission. For the full statement, click here. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. "Bracewell, Ryan Russell" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)