Job Summary

A postdoctoral research associate is available at the?Lotterhos?Lab
at Northeastern University. The postdoc will be based at Northeastern
University's Marine Science Center and will work closely with PI
Kathleen?Lotterhos. NUMSC a strong research presence in evolution and
ecology research and there are many opportunities for interaction and
collaboration both there and in the greater Boston area.?

Key Responsibilities
The Postdoc will work on a collaborative NSF-funded project that is
studying the interplay of phenotypic plasticity, seasonal adaptation,
and local adaptation in species responses to climate change. The
Postdoc's main role in the project will be to develop models, theory,
and simulations that give new insight into evolutionary processes. The
Postdoc will collaborate?with?Lotterhos?and with investigators at
the University of Vermont and University of Kentucky, who will be
conducting complementary field surveys and experiments on an invasive
fruit fly. The Postdoc will also be expected to lead and participate
in outreach projects. There will be opportunities for the Postdoc to
participate in data collection and develop apps for data collection.

Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D.; be able to undertake substantially full-time research
or scholarship; work under the supervision of a senior scholar. Applicants
will be expected to develop and lead projects. Ideal candidates will have
knowledge of population genetics and evolutionary theory.? Candidates
should have a strong track record of publication; have demonstrated
an ability in modelling and simulation; be able to manage and analyze
large datasets; have experience parameterizing models with data;
have strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills;
and be able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative
team.? Experience modelling with the software SLiM is desirable but not
required.  The initial appointment is for 12 months with the opportunity
to extend the position for up to 36 months.

Application LInk:
https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Nahant-MA/Postdoctoral-Research-Associate--Marine-and-Environmental-Sciences_R125519

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a hard deadline
to apply by August 15.

Application Materials

In a single PDF: cover letter with three references, CV, two examples
of a research publication (at least one that has completed the peer
review process)

Position Type
Research

Additional Information
- Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
  experience, education and skills when extending an offer.??
- Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible
  employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off,
  tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting
  & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more
  information.???
- Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to
  recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.?
  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and
  strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms
  inter-group relations and builds cohesion.?
- All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
  consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color,
  national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or
  any other ?characteristic protected by applicable law.
- To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support
  of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

We have a great lab, come join us! Feel free to reach out to me with
questions.

K. E. Lotterhos, PhD (she/her)
Department of Marine and Environmental Sciences
Coastal Sustainability Institute
Northeastern Marine Science Center
Nahant, MA 01908
I reply to emails mid-day on weekdays

k.lotterhos@northeastern.edu

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