Tuesday, February 6

Postdoctoral position in Plant Evolutionary Genetics/Ecology, Department of Genetics, University of Georgia

Postdoctoral position in Plant Evolutionary Genetics/Ecology

Jill Anderson’s lab in the Genetics Department at the University of Georgia is currently searching
for a highly-motivated postdoctoral associate to collaborate on an NSF-funded study of the
evolutionary consequences of climate change for natural plant populations. Our lab studies the
extent to which climate change imposes novel selection and disrupts long-standing patterns of local
adaptation, using the subalpine mustard, Boechera stricta, as our focal species. Our field, growth
chamber, and greenhouse studies also examine whether increased temporal variability under climate
change will favor phenotypic plasticity. You can find additional information about research in the
Anderson lab here: http://andersonlab.genetics.uga.edu

The position is for one year, renewable for up to two additional years contingent upon performance.
The anticipated start date is flexible, and could be as early as April 2018. The successful candidate
will contribute to ongoing experiments, develop research on the genetic basis of climatic adaptation,
and evaluate whether gene flow could facilitate adaptive response to climate change. This position
includes a combination of fieldwork at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (Gothic,
Colorado), field collection trips throughout the western U.S., and laboratory work at the University
of Georgia (Athens, GA). The postdoctoral scholar will analyze existing datasets, write and publish
peer-reviewed manuscripts, and present results in seminars at UGA and scientific conferences. The
postdoc will also have opportunities to develop additional research programs related to the overall
objectives of the project and to gain experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in evolutionary biology/genetics (or a related field) from an
accredited university. Preference will be given to candidates with one or more of the following: (a)
experience in quantitative genetics and statistical modeling, (b) experience generating and analyzing
next generation sequence data, (c) successful publication record, including first-authored
publications, (d) experience mentoring students and technicians, and (e) laboratory and database
management skills. We value diversity in background and perspective, and we seek to promote
safety in the lab and field.

TO APPLY: Please submit a single PDF that includes (1) a cover letter describing
past research experience and qualifications for this position, (2) a current CV, and
(3) contact information for 3 references, as well as separate PDFs of up to 3
manuscripts (published, in review, or in preparation), to posting number S00409P
here: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/17524. Review of applications will
begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Feel free to email Dr.
Anderson (jta24@uga.edu) with questions.