New Marine Mammal Genomics Position at the Southeast Fisheries Science
Center

The Marine Mammal Molecular Genomics Lab (MMMGL) at the Southeast
Fisheries Science Center is seeking highly motivated candidates
for a Senior Research Associate I position through the University of
Miami. The MMMGL works on a variety of projects focused on marine mammal
species from the northwest Atlantic and U.S. Gulf of Mexico, aimed at
informing management and conservation actions. The successful applicant
will conduct lab work including DNA extraction, PCR, next-generation
library preparation, genotyping, and sequencing, as well as operating,
maintaining, and organizing schedules for laboratory equipment. The
position will also require collection of eDNA samples, laboratory
processing utilizing quantitative/digital PCR methodologies, and
performing metabarcoding and next-generation sequence analysis for
multiple marine species.

This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits
package. The position is based in Crowley, Louisiana and is open to
everyone, regardless of citizenship.

Candidates must have a Master's degree or higher in marine biology or
related field, as well as experience involving eDNA collection and
analysis, metabarcoding, and microbiomics.

Anyone interested in applying should see the full description on the
University of Miami Careers website (
https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100080497/Senior-Research-Associate-I)
and follow the application instructions posted there. The position's
requisition is R100080497.

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Nikki Vollmer

Associate Scientist, Contractor with University of Miami-CIMAS in support
of the

Marine Mammal and Turtle Division, Southeast Fisheries Science Center

NOAA Fisheries |  U.S. Department of Commerce

(337) 291-3148 (Google Voice)

www.fisheries.noaa.gov

nicole.vollmer@noaa.gov

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