Postdoctoral Scientist at MBL Bay Paul Center

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jessica Mark Welch in the Bay Paul Center to study the spatial organization of microbial communities in the human mouth. The successful candidate will use fluorescence in situ hybridization, spectral imaging microscopy, and computational image analysis to investigate microbial community structure and will interact closely with collaborators at other institutions as well as with the vibrant and collegial MBL scientific community.

The position is for 2 years, and may be extended beyond this period contingent on securing additional funding.

Physical requirements: This position requires fine motor skills and willingness to work with potentially biohazardous materials and standard laboratory chemicals including fixatives and solvents.

Basic qualifications: A Ph.D. in biological sciences or a related field is required.  

Preferred qualifications: Experience with confocal microscopy, computational image analysis, bioinformatics, and/or microbiology is desirable.

Instructions: To apply, please visit the MBL Employment Opportunities website: https://www.mbl.edu/hr/employment/. The following documents are required: (1) a cover letter describing your interests, skills, and prior research experience, including any specific experience with the job responsibilities listed above; (2) a curriculum vitae/resume; and (3) the names and contact numbers of three persons who can be contacted for letters of reference, at least one of whom must have acted as your supervisor in a previous research position.

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