Research Associate-Fixed Term

East Lansing, Michigan Full Time

Job Details

Extraction of metabolites for LC-MS/MS metabolomics and nucleic acids for high-throughput nucleic acid sequencing from samples collected at field sites in Hawaiʻi. Classic molecular biology techniques and bio/cheminformatic data analysis methods will be performed in the Quinn Lab. Growing corals in aquaria for experimentation in Michigan and Hawaii are also planned as part of the project. Opportunities to contribute to field sampling and restoration on coral reefs using snorkeling and SCUBA are also available, but training in these techniques is not required for this project.

Requirements

Required Degree

Doctorate -Biochemistry, Microbiology, Ecology, related field

Minimum Requirements

PhD in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Ecology, or related field

Experience with mass spectrometry and multi-omics data analysis

Experience analyzing data in R

Desired Qualifications

Field sampling, aquaculture or rearing of marine organisms in their natural environment. Experience with experimental biology. Leadership experience supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives in STEM.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact details of at least three professional references.

 

Website

https://directory.natsci.msu.edu/Directory/Profiles/Person/100415?org=6&group=63

Contact Information

Michigan State University



https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/research-associate-fixed-term-east-lansing-michigan-united-states-f0746099-8247-482d-beea-1805a74244f7

Post Date: 12/19/2024 9:49:45 AM
Closing Date: 12/21/2025 12:00:00 AM