Associate/Full Research Professor

Job Details

The successful candidate will:

·         Apply multi-omics approaches to identify and translate biosynthetic gene clusters into compounds with potential applications in human health and beyond

·         Conduct genome mining to connect gene clusters with chemical structures and vice versa

·         Contribute expertise in microbiology, fermentation, genome assembly, and metagenomic data analysis

·         Explore applications to environmental samples, including harmful algal blooms, aquaculture, and ocean health investigations

·         Develop innovative methods and software for screening, editing, storing, and analyzing DNA, RNA, and protein sequence data

Teaching Opportunities

While this is primarily a research-focused position, there are opportunities to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in:

·         Marine Biotechnology

·         Biosynthesis

·         Bioinformatics

·         Genomics

We welcome applications from individuals who demonstrate:

·         An outstanding research and publication record

·         A proven track record of extramural funding

·         Strong academic and research networks, with the ability to foster interdisciplinary collaborations across FAU-HBOI

Candidates should be willing to work with a team of other scientists and engineers in a university culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within our institute, with colleagues at FAU, and with local, national, and international partners. Candidates are expected to develop new understanding and strategies, technologies, or products that will lead to stewardship and wise use of the oceans. This position includes a start-up package, a lab, and office space.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate must possess an earned doctorate in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Metabolic Engineering, Bioinformatics, Functional Genomics, or a closely related discipline at the time of application.

1) a strong publication record, (2) a well-funded, active research program commensurate with their level of experience, (3) skills in leadership and mentoring, and (4) the ability to work cooperatively with University and extramural partners on research that addresses contemporary and emerging issues in ocean science.

Contact Information

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