University of Central Florida
Post Doctoral Scholar - Research
Orlando, FL (Main Campus)
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About the role
- The University of Central Florida (UCF) Biology department in the College of Sciences (COS) seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Scholar.
- We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Department of Biology at the University of Central Florida (UCF).
- The successful candidate will conduct research at the intersection of freshwater ecology, evolutionary ecology, conservation biology, and host-parasite interactions, with a focus on freshwater mussels and their fish hosts.
Responsibilities
- The Postdoctoral Scholar will perform:
- Develop and conduct independent and collaborative research projects focused on freshwater ecology, evolutionary ecology, conservation biology, or related areas.
- Design and conduct Design and conduct field, laboratory, and/or mesocosm experiments, depending on research interests and project needs.
- Collaborate with researchers within UCF and external partners.
Requirements
- Must have a Ph.D. in Ecology, Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Zoology, Fisheries, Conservation Biology, or a closely related field by the start date.
- Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening.
Nice to have
- Research experience in freshwater ecology, aquatic ecology, evolutionary ecology, conservation biology, fisheries, or host-parasite interactions.
- Experience with quantitative data analysis and statistical methods.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate research findings through scientific writing and presentations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Experience working with freshwater mussels, fish, or other aquatic organisms.
- Experience designing and conducting laboratory, mesocosm, or field experiments.
- Experience with infection biology, host-parasite interactions, fish-mussel interactions, or experimental ecology.
- Experience with molecular, histological, physiological, morphological, or other organismal approaches.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U
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