A full-time research assistant position is available at the University
of Kansas to work on a federally funded project to explore the genomics
of male fitness variation in the model fruit fly system, Drosophila
melanogaster. The project is led by Drs. John Kelly, Stuart Macdonald,
and Rob Unckless. The successful candidate will assist with both fly
work (maintaining stocks, crossing flies, executing fitness assays)
and with molecular biology and genomics work (isolating DNA, generating
next-generation sequencing libraries), and will have the opportunity
to learn a range of new skills. We are looking for an enthusiastic
and organized individual who wants to learn new experimental skills
in the broad areas of evolution and genetics, and has excellent oral
and written communication skills. Previous research assistants in our
groups have been authors of research publications, and have leveraged
their experiences with us to further their careers in academia and/or
industry. This position is funded through a multi-year NSF (National
Science Foundation) research grant and has an anticipated start date of
Jan 2, 2025, although this is flexible/negotiable.

The environment for evolutionary and quantitative genetics/genomics
at the University of Kansas is exceptional, with a number of
relevant research groups in EEB (https://eeb.ku.edu/faculty), MB
(https://molecularbiosciences.ku.edu/faculty), and Center for Genomics
(https://genomics.ku.edu/). Collectively our groups provide a strong,
collaborative training environment.  The tentative start date for
the position is Jan 2, 2025, but that is negotiable. Salary $46,000
commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:
1.  A bachelor's degree in biology or a related field by start date.
2.  Previous experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR),
    as evidenced by the application materials.
3.  Effective written communication skills as evidenced by the
    application materials.

Preferred Qualifications:
1.  Experience with Drosophila husbandry.
2.  Significant laboratory experience, including troubleshooting and
    optimizing protocols.
3.  Experience making next generation sequencing libraries
4.  Prior experience managing large scientific projects, including
    managing undergraduate assistants.

A complete electronic application includes the following materials:
(1) A CV/resume, (2) a cover letter outlining relevant experience
and interest in the position, and (3) contact information
for three referees (phone/email) that should be submitted to:
http://www.employment.ku.edu/staff/28629BR

Inquiries about the position can be directed to Stuart Macdonald
(sjmac@ku.edu) or Rob Unckless (unckless@ku.edu).

"Kelly, John K" <jkk@ku.edu>

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