The openVertebrate (oVert) Thematic Collection Network (TCN)—funded by the US National Science Foundation—is seeking a postdoctoral scientist that will work with the oVert team to develop and fine-tune protocols for imaging using x-ray computed tomography (CT-scanning) and workflows for sharing digital anatomical datasets using on-line depositories. A portion of this position will be dedicated to project management and grant administration.
The successful applicant will be based at the University of Florida (Gainesville, FL) and work directly with Dr. David Blackburn and Dr. Edward Stanley, both faculty at the Florida Museum of Natural History. This will be a highly collaborative environment with interactions with PIs, staff, and students at the 18 participating US institutions, including staff for the on-line depository MorphoSource (based at Duke University). The successful applicant will work with oVert PIs to develop written workflows and on-line tutorials related to accessing and using CT data by the research and educational communities. They will be expected to facilitate on-site training / workshops for students and visitors and engage in some travel for similar training at other institutions in the US. In addition, they will participate in regular in-person and virtual project meetings on a bi-weekly meeting for the oVert TCN. A portion of time will also be dedicated to pursuing independent research related to the CT data generated from the oVert TCN.
Following the guidance of the National Academies of Science and Engineering on how to best enhance postdoctoral experiences (http://bit.ly/NASEpostdoc), the PIs will provide: clear communication about the nature of the work to be performed and evaluation processes; career counseling; training in preparation of grant proposals, publications, and presentations; guidance on ways to improve teaching and mentoring skills; guidance on how to effectively collaborate with researchers from diverse backgrounds and disciplinary areas and with members of the local community; and training in responsible professional practices.
Minimum salary is $48,000 annually; commensurate with qualifications and experience.
PhD required.
Applicants should have experience with microCT-scanning, including using contrast agents for soft-tissues, segmenting datasets using software like VGStudioMax / Avizo, and mesh-editing with software like meshlab, Maya or Netfab. Python coding, app development and video editing experience as well as a familiarity with research in natural history museums would all be preferred.
Applicants should have strong writing and presentation skills and be highly collaborative.
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three references.
This is a time-limited position.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
Deadline October 1, 2018
http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/job/508535/postdoctoral-associate
