The Fishman (Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana) and Finseth (Department of Natural Sciences, Scripps and Pitzer Colleges) Labs are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral associate to join an NSF-funded study of the mechanisms and consequences of centromere-mediated meiotic drive in monkeyflowers. This project builds on robust genomic resources for yellow monkeyflowers to investigate the roles of satellite DNA, centromeric proteins, and linked genes in causing selfish chromosomal transmission. The postdoctoral associate's primary research responsibility will be genomic and epigenomic analyses of satellite DNA evolution and centromere formation among functionally distinct centromeres. However, the project is integrative and the successful candidate will be encouraged to participate in the other components, as well as to develop new research directions. Yellow monkeyflowers (Mimulus guttatus species complex) provide a uniquely powerful system for investigating how selfish centromeres violate Mendelian laws to impact natural population. Thus, we particularly encourage applicants interested in developing their own research program on genetic conflict at the interface of molecular and evolutionary biology. The postdoctoral scholar will also have opportunities to gain experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and the option of co-teaching in an embedded CURE. The postdoc will be co-mentored by Dr. Fishman and Dr. Finseth. The position will be hired through the University of Montana, but the postdoc may choose to be physically based either in the Fishman Lab at UM (Missoula, Montana) or in the Finseth Lab at Scripps and Pitzer Colleges (Claremont, CA), with support for cross-institution travel. The University of Montana is an ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. Position Details Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package Salary: $57,000-65,000 per year commensurate with qualifications. Timeframe: 2 years, with extension possible for an additional year. Start date is flexible, but ideally prior to January 2025. Detailed information on the position and institutions, as well as a link for applying, can be found at the UM Jobs website . To apply (ideally by August 15), upload a letter of interest and curriculum vitae, including the names and contact information for three references. Applications must be made through the UM jobs portal, but please feel free to contact me (lila.fishman@umontana.edu) and Dr. Finseth (ffinseth@kecksci.claremont.edu) directly with inquiries about the position. -- Dr. Lila Fishman, PhD (she/her) Professor, Ecology & Evolution Graduate Program Director, MONTU Herbarium and ECOR Core Facility Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula MT 59812 web: www.fishmanlab.org Lila.Fishman@mso.umt.edu (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)