RECRUITMENT PERIOD

Open date: December 1st, 2016

Final date: January 31st, 2017
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

DESCRIPTION

Microbial Ecology Specialist (Junior Specialist, 1 position)
Microbial Ecology Lab PI: Professor Debora Iglesias-Rodriguez
Marine Science Institute, University of California Santa Barbara

The UCSB Marine Science Institute seeks a qualified candidate to participate in microbial ecology research at the Iglesias-Rodriguez lab at UCSB. The research will involve understanding the effect of environmental stressors on phytoplankton physiology and biogeochemistry. Projects will include laboratory experiments using plankton to explore the effects of ocean acidification, warming, deoxygenation and hydrocarbon impacts on growth, carbon fixation and other functional properties. The Iglesias-Rodriguez lab participates in two monthly programs in the Santa Barbara Channel – the Santa Barbara Coastal LTER and the Plumes and Blooms Programs and the appointee is expected to participate in these one-day field programs when required.

The ideal candidate will have or develop expertise in analyses of the carbonate systems and flow cytometry, and be well versed in genomic and bioinformatic approaches to assess microbial diversity and metabolic potential. The ideal candidate will work independently and will develop and optimize protocols on the various systems described above.

The appointee will work closely with Professor Iglesias-Rodriguez and her team to analyze data obtained from laboratory and field samples. For example, the appointee will be expected to interpret and synthesize data including nutrient, inorganic and organic carbon data, basic genomic information, flow cytometry data and microscopy images of phytoplankton. She/he will be expected to attend training sessions, as well as attending and participating in seminars and workshops offered at UCSB when required. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and willing to develop grant proposals for additional research projects.

Basic qualifications: Appointees must possess a Baccalaureate degree in Science or have equivalent research experience. 

Additional qualifications: Strong work ethic, good organizational skills, and flexibility with assigned tasks.

Preferred qualifications: A Baccalaureate degree in Chemistry, Biology or Chemical Engineering. A Master's degree in Science (Chemistry, Biology or Chemical Engineering) with course work or equivalent research experience in microbial ecology and ocean biogeochemistry. 

100% time appointment for one year from start date with possibility for multiple year renewal.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with University of California policy. The University of California offers generous benefits, more information may be found at: http://www.hr.ucsb.edu/benefits/learn-about-benefits

Electronic applications (including a a cover letter, CV and names only of 3 references) should be sent to: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00893

For primary consideration apply by December 16, 2016. Seeking applicant that can begin in the position in February 2017.

MSI is interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. 

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.