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Postdoctoral Associate Position in Shellfish Diseases
The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) of Stony Brook University seeks applicants for a Postdoctoral Associate position in shellfish diseases. This position is associated with SoMAS's Marine Animal Disease Laboratory (MADL), whose mission is to provide diagnostic services and to conduct research on marine animal diseases and pathology, especially those important to New York's marine fisheries and aquaculture industries. The incumbent will be expected to contribute to the diagnostic and research missions of the MADL and participate in our active research program that addresses basic and applied aspects of marine diseases, including biological bases of animal resistance to infectious diseases.
REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants should possess an advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) and have strong training in cell and/or molecular biology techniques, particularly in marine shellfish. Special consideration will be given to individuals with experience working on crustaceans.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Special consideration will be given to individuals with a Ph.D. or equivalent in aquatic animal diseases, and who have experience working on shellfish, preferentially crustaceans. Experience with molecular diagnostics of diseases and functional genomic techniques preferred. Experience supervising graduate students and/or undergraduate students is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating creativity in aquatic disease research (innovative research, development of diagnostic tools, etc.) as well as those demonstrating excellent writing skills and productivity.
JOB DUTIES:
- Plan and conduct diagnostic services, and report results of regular health monitoring of New York shellfish species.
- Determine prevalence, geographic distributions, and severity of infectious and non-infectious diseases in New York shellfish species.
- Carry out research that address basic and applied aspects of marine animal diseases, including etiology and pathology of infectious and non-infectious diseases of New York marine and estuarine shellfish species, and biological bases of animal resistance to infectious diseases.
- Participate in the supervision of the daily operations of the lab and training of graduate students and undergraduate interns.
- Build and submit research proposals for external funding agencies and participate in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals. Write activity and progress reports to funding agencies.
- Other duties as assigned, including providing expert consultation to SoMAS colleagues and students, and demonstration of proper execution and interpretation of novel molecular methods and techniques.
The incumbent will also assist with the supervision and management of the lab.
This will be an initial one-year position with the possibility of extension based on continuous funding. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin mid-April, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates should submit a state employment application form, a CV and cover letter (combined as one PDF document) electronically through Campus Job Opportunities, reference WC-S-7170-12-03-S, or directly using this link. An application form can be downloaded from here. Alternatively, the above-listed materials may be mailed to:
Paulette Gerber, HR Assistant
(ref: MADL Postdoc Search Ref.# WC-S-7170-12-03-S)
School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences
145 Endeavour Hall
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-5000.
For more information, contact the search committee chair, Mr. William Wise (do NOT submit application materials to Mr. Wise directly) or visit the MADL web page at: http://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/~MADL
Stony Brook University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer.
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Faculty Positions in Atmospheric Sciences, Physical Oceanography, and Fisheries Ecology
The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) at Stony Brook University invites applications for three tenure track positions, one in Atmospheric Sciences (F-7098-12-01), one in Physical Oceanography (F-7099-12-01), and one in Fisheries Ecology (F-7100-12-01), to begin as early as Fall 2012. We welcome applicants in all areas of Atmospheric Sciences, Physical Oceanography, and Fisheries and Fish Ecology. Successful candidates are expected to develop an independent externally funded research program, to teach and direct research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in School and University service. All candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, and have demonstrated excellence in research and a strong commitment to teaching. The positions are expected to be filled at the Assistant Professor level, but exceptional candidates at other ranks will also be considered.
Successful candidates will join a faculty internationally known for their leadership in research in the atmospheric sciences, fisheries, and all the major disciplines of oceanography. The school has more than 500 undergraduate and graduate students and about 50 faculty and 40 staff working together to better understand how our marine, terrestrial, and atmospheric environments function and are related to one another, providing numerous opportunities for collaborative and inter-disciplinary research.
Candidates should submit a State employment application, CV, a letter of introduction which conveys the candidate's teaching philosophy and proposed research plans, and the names and contact information of three references (electronic submission in one PDF document is strongly preferred). **Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2012 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Application form, detailed procedure, as well as additional information, can be found at the following links:
Stony Brook University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
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