Thursday, August 15

Postdoctoral Fellow in Microbial Ecology and Evolutionary Genomics - University of Hawai'i at Manoa

An NIH-funded postdoctoral position with full benefits is available in Dr. Joanne Yew’s laboratory for a highly motivated candidate interested in studying the environmental and genetic functions that govern microbiome diversity in endemic Hawaiian Drosophila species. The Yew lab is part of the newly established NIH-funded Integrative Center for Environmental Microbiomes and Human Health in the Pacific Biosciences Research Center at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, led by Drs. Margaret McFall-Ngai and Edward Ruby (http://www.pbrc.hawaii.edu/). On-going research in the Yew lab can be found at: www.yewlab.com.

The project will involve 1) field collection and lab culturing of Hawaiian drosophilids; 2) generation of microbial genomic datasets (16s rRNA and ITS); 3) small molecule and lipid analysis by mass spectrometry; 4) dietary manipulation and physiological/ behavioral assays; 5) generation of axenic animals.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in microbial ecology, evolutionary genomics, biochemistry, or chemical ecology. Preferred qualifications include a track record of innovative and integrative research with experience in standard molecular biology and microbiology techniques, bioinformatic analysis of genomic and transcriptomic datasets, physiological and behavioral analysis, and a strong interest in field work. The approximate length will be up to 36 months with the potential for extension.

Interested candidates should send an application packet by email to Dr. Joanne Yew (jyew@hawaii.edu) containing:
  • Cover letter indicating current and future research interests
  • Expected start date
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Names and contact information for 3 references