Postdoc: UCLA.PopulationGenetics/Microbiome

A postdoctoral research position is available in the lab of Dr. Nandita
Garud in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the
University of California, Los Angeles. We are broadly interested in
understanding the evolutionary dynamics of natural populations. A
considerable focus is on microbiomes, however, we also work with other
systems, including Drosophila and ancient human DNA. The lab develops
statistical and computational methods to gain insight into evolutionary
processes from population genomic data.

The successful candidate will have substantial input in the specific
nature of their research project. However, the project should broadly
fit within the lab's goals of learning about evolution in natural
populations.  Applicants with an interest in machine learning are also
encouraged to apply.

Additional information can be found at: http://garud.eeb.ucla.edu

The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department at UCLA offers
a cutting-edge research environment with many opportunities for
collaboration. The lab will have affiliations with the Microbiome Center
at UCLA and the Institute for Quantitative and Computational Biology
at UCLA.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biology, genetics, computer science,
bioinformatics, statistics, computational biology, or a related field. A
background in population genetics/evolutionary genomics is preferred. As
this is a computational position, proficiency in programming in R, Perl,
or Python, and shell scripting is essential. Preference will be given
to candidates with a strong publication record, evidence of substantial
research productivity, and ability to successfully communicate scientific
information.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled.

Interested candidates should send to Nandita Garud atngarud@ucla.eduthe
following:

- A letter describing your background and motivations pursuing a postdoc
  in the Garud Lab
- CV that includes a brief 1-2 sentence description of your contribution
  to past research projects.
- Contact information for two referees who can provide references
  upon request
- A description of your programming background.
- A description of your evolutionary coursework
- brief descriptions (e.g. 2 sentences each) of possible project ideas
  you would be interested in pursuing.

Nandita Garud <nandita.garud@gmail.com>

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