Postdoctoral Researcher

1 month ago

Athens, Georgia, United States University of Georgia Full time
Position Information

Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

The successful candidate will collaborate on quantitative genetic field experiments and on models of range-wide responses to climate change.

This position includes a combination of fieldwork in common gardens arrayed across a latitudinal gradient (Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Ontario) and laboratory work at the University of Georgia (Athens, GA), with the potential for additional short-term field collection trips in the eastern U.S.

The postdoctoral scholar will analyze data, co-author and publish peer-reviewed manuscripts, and present results in seminars at the host institutions and scientific conferences.

The postdoc will also have the freedom to develop additional research programs related to the overall objectives of the project and to gain experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Ph.
D. in Evolutionary Biology or relevant field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands

Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy


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You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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