#coregonine

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Fwd: Postdoc: UMichigan.FisheriesBioinformatics

Begin forwarded message: > From: evoldir@evol.biology.mcmaster.ca > Subject: Postdoc: UMichigan.FisheriesBioinformatics > Date: 9 October 2024 at 06:44:17 BST > To: rdmpage@gmail.com > > > Postdoctoral Fellow in Fisheries Bioinformatics > Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research > School for Environment and Sustainability > University of Michigan > > Summary: > A postdoctoral fellowship is available for a highly qualified individual to > join the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR: > https://ift.tt/8hHNX1Q ). The successful candidate will work with a > dynamic team of scientists at CIGLR, the University of Michigan School for > Environment and Sustainability ( https://seas.umich.edu/ ), and the U.S. > Geological Survey Great Lakes Science Center to advance understanding of > species relationships of Great Lakes prey fish (coregonines) and support > the conservation and restoration of native fish populations. Specifically, > this project will help build bioinformatics capacity and determine > baselines of historical and contemporary fish diversity across the Great > Lakes. > > The primary focus of this project is to examine the role of selection, > plasticity, and hybridization in the species relationships of Great Lakes > coregonines. The candidate will be welcome to explore any additional > research questions that arise from analyzing the genomic data. The postdoc > will be expected to maintain a strong record of scholarly publication and > presentations at scientific conferences and public meetings. This position > offers mentoring for scientific and professional development. > > Note: This position will be a one (1) full-time term limited appointment > with the possibility of renewal. > > Qualifications: > - A Ph.D. in biology, bioinformatics, oceanography, or environmental > science, or a similar field, with a strong background in bioinformatics > - Experience analyzing large and complex genomic datasets derived from > field and/or laboratory samples > - Experience with high-performance computing, Linux command line, scripting > languages (Perl, Python, R and/or Bash), and databases (e.g., SQL), various > bioinformatic software, and statistical approaches to `omics data > - Demonstrated ability to work independently in a research setting, as well > as collaboratively as a team member > - Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead the > development of manuscripts for refereed journal publication are needed > > For more information and to apply visit: > https://ift.tt/21eYA6S > > > The application deadline is 11/03/2024. > > > Margaret Throckmorton (she | hers) > Administrative Project Coordinator > University of Michigan > Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) > @ NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) > 4840 South State Road | Ann Arbor, MI 48108 > 734.647.3299 > throckmj@umich.edu > ciglr.seas.umich.edu > > > > Margaret Throckmorton

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Fwd: Job: StateUNewYork_Oswego.FishGenomics

Begin forwarded message: > From: evoldir@evol.biology.mcmaster.ca > Subject: Job: StateUNewYork_Oswego.FishGenomics > Date: 24 April 2024 at 07:01:49 BST > To: rdmpage@gmail.com > > > The SUNY Oswego Biological Sciences Department, in collaboration with the > USGS, USFWS Northeast Fishery Center, and Ontario Ministry of Natural > Resources, seeks a research scientist to lead the development of a > high-throughput genomic monitoring and parentage-based tagging (PBT) > panel for Cisco (*Coregonus artedi*) and Bloater (*Coregonus hoyi*). This > urgent work directly supports the active restoration of these ecologically > and culturally important fish species. To learn more about coregonine > research in the Great Lakes, visit https://ift.tt/yw1jxFf > to learn more about ongoing efforts. > > This project will develop and optimize a novel microhaplotype-based > GT-seq panel for genomic monitoring and PBT applications in coregonines > (Cisco, Bloater). It will assess the panel's accuracy in tracking changes > in genetic diversity over time, estimating demographic parameters, > and reconstructing pedigrees. This panel will generate crucial data to > effectively manage coregonine broodstock, hatchery-rearing practices, > and stocking strategies. > > The successful applicant will work at the forefront of conservation > genetics with an exceptional collaborative team. They will gain experience > in genomic techniques, data analysis, and the application of science to > management problems. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, > and remote work is negotiable. > > > > *Qualifications* > MS. or Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, genetics, genomics, or a > related field (start date) > > Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology lab techniques and > bioinformatics. > > A commitment to collaboration and science communication. > > A strong publication record is preferred. > > > Applications will include 1) A cover letter describing research interests > and their alignment with the project's goals; 2) a CV highlighting relevant > coursework, research experience, and publications; 3) A Diversity, Equity, > and Inclusion Statement; 4) Contact information for three professional > references. > > > > Please submit applications at > https://ift.tt/8kBld1Z > > Nicholas Sard