Postdoctoral Researcher

5 days ago


University Park, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Description

The Becker Lab at Penn State University is seeking a highly skilled Postdoctoral Scholar to contribute to collaborative projects investigating the complex relationships between amphibian hosts and their microbial communities in the face of extreme climatic events.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze field and experimental data to uncover mechanisms of disease transmission under variable climatic anomaly scenarios.
  • Conduct laboratory work, data analysis, and manuscript writing to advance the field of amphibian host-microbial interactions.
  • Develop and implement spatial modeling and disease ecology approaches to better understand the dynamics of host-microbial interactions.
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in Biology, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, or a related field.
  • Strong quantitative background in bioinformatics, spatial modeling, and disease ecology.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.
What We Offer:
  • A dynamic and collaborative research environment.
  • The opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in amphibian host-microbial interactions.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests/experiences, and names and contact information for three references. All materials should be compiled into a single PDF document and submitted.



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