Environmental Microbiology Post Doctoral Fellow

Berkeley Lab - California - Berkeley Lab’s Climate & Ecosystem Sciences Division has an opening for an Environmental Microbiology Post Doctoral Fellow. The Environmental Microbiology Post Doctoral Fellow will conduct research focused on genomic /biochemical characterization of diverse microbes from subsurface groundwater and sediment using both genomic and cultivation-based tools. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work with a larger team focused on understanding the diverse metabolisms of active subsurface microbial communities. The candidate should have relevant experience in molecular biology, microbial ecology, microbial physiology, and analytical chemistry. In addition, the successful candidate should have experience working with environmental samples. This is a one-year term appointment with the possibility of extension to a second and subsequent years based on performance and available funding. What You Will Do: Handling and analyzing environmental sediment and groundwater samples Culture, enrich diverse bacteria under aerobic and anaerobic conditions, and in different growth formats Sequence and assemble microbial genomes and microbial communities Analyze sequencing datasets to molecularly dissect conserved and novel pathways of interest in enrichments and isolates Genetic manipulation of bacteria, including targeted gene deletion. Work collaboratively with a larger team of postdocs and scientists. What is Required: Recent Ph.D. in environmental microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field. Strong background in working with aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. Experience in working with environmental samples Working experience with aerobic and anaerobic microbes. Ability to conceptualize, design, and execute novel experiments and protocols using environmental microbiology, molecular biology and analytical chemistry techniques. Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists on a large project at all stages and specifically for linking diverse datasets. Experience analyzing large datasets Excellent communication skills Participate and present in group meetings, larger team meetings and seminars. Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists on a large project at all stages and specifically for linking diverse datasets. Experience analyzing large datasets Excellent communication skills Participate and present in group meetings, larger team meetings, and seminars. Prepare results for publication in scientific journals and for oral/poster presentations, assist in grant writing, and ability to write peer reviewed articles with limited supervision. Enhance LBNL’s reputation in the use of cutting-edge biology applications in environmental microbiology by forming strategic collaborations with other National Lab researchers and/or University PIs. Maintain an accurate and detailed scientific notebook and electronic documentation of all experiments performed. Ensure that others could duplicate results. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of R Analysis of next-generation sequencing data This position will remain open until filled. Notes: This is a full-time, one-year, postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 4 years of paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree. Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates. This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Berkeley Lab. Our excellence can only be fully realized by faculty, students, and staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates for our faculty positions will demonstrate evidence of a commitment to advancing equity and inclusion. Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Equal Employment Opportunity: Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Berkeley Lab is in compliance with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision under 41 CFR 60-1.4. Click here to view the poster and supplement: "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law." Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups presently considering scientific research careers.... - Permanent - Full-time

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