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North Dakota State University
Location
Fargo, ND
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Position Description:
The Department of Microbiological Sciences at North Dakota State University seeks a postdoctoral research associate to work on ecology and evolution of microbes, including foodborne pathogens. The researcher will be responsible for population genomic analysis to determine the mechanisms of adaptive divergence in non-host habitats and development of new research projects in these areas. The researcher will be expected to analyze and interpret data and to publish in peer-reviewed journals. The researcher will also be a resource and collaborator for other researchers on similar projects examining the evolution of virulence and the evolutionary underpinnings of phenotypic plasticity in microbes. The position is available with a one-year appointment upon the identification of a suitable candidate and may be renewed contingent upon good job performance and available funding.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Ph.D. degree in microbiology, evolutionary genomics or a related field.
• Proficient in computational biology and bioinformatics.
• A basic knowledge of microbial biochemistry and/or physiology.
• Ability to work independently and on a team to accomplish research goals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience with phylogenetic analysis, spatial ecology and/or molecular microbiology.
• Practical experience with software programming, including: R, Java, and GIS .
• A good record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Physical Demands:
None

Open Until Filled: Yes
Search Type: Internal/External Simultaneously: Open to all applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Screening will begin 9/4/2018

Special Conditions:
Working with biological and chemical hazards

No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Location (City, State): Fargo, North Dakota

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. Are you a North Dakota resident?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. Do you qualify for North Dakota veteran's preference?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. If yes, list exact dates of service:
    (Open Ended Question)
  4. Do you qualify for North Dakota disabled veteran's preference?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * How did you hear about this position?
    • Academic Department
    • Bismarck Tribune
    • CareerFargo.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Fargo Forum
    • JobsHQ
    • Friend/Co-worker/Family member
    • Higheredjobs.com
    • Indeed.com
    • Job Service of North Dakota
    • NDSU Employee
    • NDSU Website
    • Other newspaper (Please specify below)
    • Professional Publication/Organization Website
    • University Placement Office
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Other (Please specify below)
  6. If Other, please specify:
    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
  1. Veterans Preference Claim Form (DD214)
  2. Veterans Administration Letter
  3. Other Document 1
  4. Other Document 2


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NDSU is recognized as one of the nation’s top 108 public and private universities.

North Dakota State University is an employer of choice with a commitment to offer a well-rounded benefits package for employees and their families.

NDSU is listed at 95 among 404 public universities based on the university’s research expenditures reported to the National Science Foundation. In addition, NDSU is listed in the National Science Foundation’s top 100 in several areas, including: agricultural sciences; business management and business; communications; materials science; natural resources and conservation science; social sciences; sociology, demography, and population studies; and visual and performing arts.

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Location
1340 Administration Ave.
Fargo
ND
58102
United States

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