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Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (Tuberculosis Immunology)


Position Overview


Organization: Medicine, Allergy & Infectious Diseases

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (Tuberculosis Immunology)


Position Details


Position Description

The Shah Lab is hiring a enthusiastic postdoctoral scholar to study host immune responses to tuberculosis in our lab. We are interested in understanding the mechanisms of immunopathology and protection to Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. We combine observations made in human populations using genetic or transcriptional approaches with detailed mechanistic studies in small animal models. This position will investigate the role of the lung environment, including respiratory mucins, on TB pathogenesis

Specific lines of inquiry include:

  • Evaluation of genetically modified mice on tuberculosis severity
  • Understanding the effects of respiratory mucins on macrophage, dendritic cell, and T cell function in the granuloma
  • Defining effects of mucins on macrophage function in co-culture
  • Defining genetic determinants of mucin expression during tuberculosis

The candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to one or more projects, learning advanced cytometry, cellular and molecular immunology techniques, and/or computational immunology. 

University of Washington postdoctoral appointments have a 12-month service period of July 1 - June 30. This is a full-time position with an anticipated start period for Spring 2023 (April 1 - March 31). Funding is already available and there is possibility for yearly renewal up to three years dependent upon performance. Compensation is commensurate to post-doctoral work experience.

The base salary range for this position will be: $5,459-$6,250 per month ($65,508-$75,000 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include a lump sum relocation payment.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

The Shah Lab is located on the University of Washington’s South Lake Union campus, near the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Seattle Children’s Research Institute, among other major partners in Seattle’s global health “hub.”  Dr. Shah is supported by grants from the U.S. National Institutes of Health and Veterans’ Health Administration. 

Qualifications

Ideal candidate must have a PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in Immunology, Biology, Cellular & Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in laboratory-based research and/or modeling/simulation and have published several first author papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The work is highly collaborative, so excellent written and oral communication skills are required as is the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Instructions

Please submit a CV and cover letter via Interfolio and do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Javeed Shah (jashah@uw.edu) with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (Tuberculosis Immunology)


Position Overview


Organization: Medicine, Allergy & Infectious Diseases

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (Tuberculosis Immunology)


Position Details


Position Description

The Shah Lab is hiring a enthusiastic postdoctoral scholar to study host immune responses to tuberculosis in our lab. We are interested in understanding the mechanisms of immunopathology and protection to Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. We combine observations made in human populations using genetic or transcriptional approaches with detailed mechanistic studies in small animal models. This position will investigate the role of the lung environment, including respiratory mucins, on TB pathogenesis


Specific lines of inquiry include:

  • Evaluation of genetically modified mice on tuberculosis severity
  • Understanding the effects of respiratory mucins on macrophage, dendritic cell, and T cell function in the granuloma
  • Defining effects of mucins on macrophage function in co-culture
  • Defining genetic determinants of mucin expression during tuberculosis

The candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to one or more projects, learning advanced cytometry, cellular and molecular immunology techniques, and/or computational immunology. 

University of Washington postdoctoral appointments have a 12-month service period of July 1 - June 30. This is a full-time position with an anticipated start period for Spring 2023 (April 1 - March 31). Funding is already available and there is possibility for yearly renewal up to three years dependent upon performance. Compensation is commensurate to post-doctoral work experience.

The base salary range for this position will be: $5,459-$6,250 per month ($65,508-$75,000 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include a lump sum relocation payment.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

The Shah Lab is located on the University of Washington’s South Lake Union campus, near the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Seattle Children’s Research Institute, among other major partners in Seattle’s global health “hub.”  Dr. Shah is supported by grants from the U.S. National Institutes of Health and Veterans’ Health Administration. 

Qualifications

Ideal candidate must have a PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in Immunology, Biology, Cellular & Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in laboratory-based research and/or modeling/simulation and have published several first author papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals. The work is highly collaborative, so excellent written and oral communication skills are required as is the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Instructions

Please submit a CV and cover letter via Interfolio and do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Javeed Shah (jashah@uw.edu) with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (HIV and Substance Use)


Position Overview


Organization: Medicine, Allergy & Infectious Diseases

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (HIV and Substance Use)


Position Details


Position Description

We are seeking a post-doctoral scholar with interests in quantitative HIV Epidemiology particularly related to the impacts of substance use. Our group has diverse skills interests on topics relevant to people with HIV including: geroscience/aging, cardiometabolic disorders, cognitive function, substance use, harm reduction and treatment, programming, and social determinants of health. We have active projects in these areas including leading a coordinating center for NIDA-funded HIV and substance use cohorts where a talented postdoctoral fellow could develop a strong research program, including supporting and leading work related to HIV and substance use across multiple cohort studies. We are seeking PhD level researchers in Epidemiology, Health Services, Statistics, Health Policy, Data Sciences, and Social Sciences such as Sociology and Demography or related fields. The successful candidate will be mentored by a collaborative team including physicians, epidemiologists, and social scientists. The position will be for one year at a time, with the expectation of renewal several times.

The candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to one or more projects, learning advanced project management skills including data harmonization as well as leading projects and manuscripts evaluating specific questions related to HIV and substance use outcomes. This position provides ample opportunity to publish on existing data sets and newly collected data as well as the opportunity to potentially pursue K or other early stage investigator funding opportunities.

Examples of prior papers published by early stage investigators in our group include:

Nance RM/Trejo MEP, Whitney BM, Delaney JAC, Altice F, Beckwith CG, Chander G, Chandler R, Christopoulous K, Cunningham C, Cunningham WE, Del Rio C, Donovan D, Eron JJ, Fredericksen RJ, Kahana S, Kitahata MM, Kronmal R, Kuo I, Kurth A, Mathews WC, Mayer KH, Moore RD, Mugavero MJ, Ouellet LJ, Quan VM, Saag MS, Simoni JM, Springer S, Strand L, Taxman F, Young JD, Crane HM. Impact of abstinence and of reducing illicit drug use without abstinence on HIV viral load. Clin Infect Dis 2020;70(5):867-874

Matsuzaki M, Vu QM, Gwadz M, Delaney JAC, Kuo I, Trejo MEP, Cunningham WE, Cunningham CO, Christopoulos K. Perceived access and barriers to care among illicit drug users and hazardous drinkers: findings from the Seek, Test, Treat, and Retain data harmonization initiative (STTR). BMC Public Health 2018;18(1):366.

Luu B, Ruderman S, Nance R, Delaney JAC, Ma J, Hahn A, Heckbert SR, Budoff MJ, Crothers K, Mathews WC, Christopolous K, Hunt PW, Eron J, Moore R, Keruly J, Lober WB, Burkholder GA, Willig A, Chander G, McCaul ME, Cropsey K, O'Cleirigh C, Peter I, Feinstein M, Tsui JI, Lindstroem S, Saag M, Kitahata MM, Crane HM, Drumright LN, Whitney BM. Tobacco smoking and binge alcohol use are associated with incident venous thromboembolism in an HIV cohort. HIV Med 2022;23(10):1051-1060

Nance RM/Delaney JAC/Simoni JM, Wilson IB, Mayer KH, Whitney BM, Aunon FM, Safren SA, Mugavero MJ, Mathews WC, Christopoulos KA, Eron JJ, Napravnik S, Moore RD, Rodriguez B, Lau B, Fredericksen RJ, Saag MS, Kitahata MM, Crane HM. HIV viral suppression trends over time among HIV-infected patients receiving care in the United States, 1997 to 2015: A cohort study. Ann Intern Med 2018;169(6):376-384.

This is a full-time position with a 12 months service period with the possibility for yearly renewal dependent upon performance and continued funding. The base salary range for this position will be: $5,459 per month - $6,250 per month ($65,508 annually - $75,000 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. The start date for this position would be Spring or Summer of 2024. The work is highly collaborative, so the ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, will be detail-oriented, and will have the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities with exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website

Qualifications

Candidate must have a PhD degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Services, Statistics, Health Policy, Data Sciences, and Social Sciences such as Sociology and Demography or related fields. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in clinical research and have published (or under review) several papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Instructions

Please submit a CV and cover letter via Interfolio and do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Heidi Mclaughlin Crane at hcrane@uw.edu with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Greninger Lab


Position Overview


Organization: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Greninger Lab


Position Details


Position Description

The Greninger Lab has an outstanding opportunity for a 1.0 FTE Postdoctoral Scholar. Dr. Greninger oversees three laboratories, including clinical virology, virology clinical trials, and virology basic sciences, so the job can be fluid depending on the rigors at the time. This is an awesome and highly involved position desirous of an applicant with tremendous energy, combining wet-lab and dry-lab work in the area of emergent viruses. The work generally involves excellent molecular biology, biochemistry, virology, and informatics skills to take on a multitude of responsibilities associated with protecting humans from viral disease. This specific position will involve research involving viral discovery and construction of metagenomic next-generation sequencing libraries along with high content phage display for serological profiling and analysis of said libraries.  Viral characterization work will involve work in viral replication, viral-host protein-protein interactions, drug efficacy, viral evolution, and viral genome sequencing. Responsibilities include constructing and teaching others on the generation of next-generation sequencing libraries, analyzing sequencing data, visualizing data and programming figures, drafting of manuscripts and grants for submission, combined with follow-on wet-lab experiments involving gene synthesis, pseudovirus neutralization and entry assays, and protein purification.

This full-time, 12-month position has immediate availability for an initial one-year appointment. The position will be renewable annually contingent on performance and available funding.

The base salary range for this position will be: $5,459 to $7,097 per month ($65,508 to $85,165 annually), per scale 0-5 years experience (to be approved).

General Duties:

  • Creation and optimization of metagenomic next-generation sequencing libraries for unbiased pathogen detection and viral genome recovery.  Genome finishing of novel viruses, including optimization of high-throughput methods.
  • Development of next-generation sequencing analysis pipelines for taxonomical analysis and viral genome visualization.
  • Development of phage display serological profiling tools to investigate high-resolution interrogation of serological response, including creation of analysis tools.
  • Perform high-level viral culture in novel culture models and reverse genetics work, analyze data compile results and draft reports for incoming research awards and contracts
  • Supervise and analyze quantitative viral load determination using RT-qPCR, qPCR, ddPCR, including optimization of new assays
  • Supervise performance of molecular procedures including but not limited to real-time PCR, Sanger sequencing, PCR product detection DNA sequencing and next generation sequencing;
  • Perform work accurately, precisely and meet test completion deadlines;
  • Maintain complete, accurate, legible, secure records.  Thoroughly document any modifications using appropriate document and version control.
  • Analyze experimental data and report to the Director and Lab Supervisor; determine what modifications and follow-up experiments are necessary to generate relevant data;
  • Identify long and short-term goals; initiate research program/projects;
  • Contribute technical knowledge when initiating new projects to determining feasibility of goals and objectives of the study;
  • Contribute data and analyses for grant submissions;
  • Perform preliminary experiments for assay development;
  • Work with R, python, Geneious, Excel, and bash command line;
  • Accommodate schedule changes to cooperatively accomplish required daily work, coordinate with Laboratory supervisor/manager;
  • Collaborate with research team to create opportunities and ancillary research projects to enhance technical assay methodology or content through the expansion of existing or development of new projects;
  • Review the scientific process of each research project, analyze issues, understand scientific procedures and statistical analysis; report data using graphs and charts;
  • Provide ongoing feedback; identify development opportunities and actively solicit input on work methods;
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication;
  • Perform other duties as required.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Will be considered essential staff and as such will be required to report to work when scheduled despite inclement weather.
  • Must be able to meet with all shifts on a regular basis.
  • May work weekends and holidays.
  • May be asked to work hours beyond normal open hours of the laboratory depending on staffing needs and current testing requirements. 
  • Sit at a desk or bench 30” to 37” high.
  • Use a computer keyboard and mouse.
  • Communicate by telephone and email.
  • Work with bio hazardous specimens, including tissues and fluids, which may be infected with infectious particles, viruses and microorganisms. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens through needle stick or biohazard spill.
  • Work with and transport hazardous materials, such as solvents, acids and bases.
  • Lift containers (weighing 40 pounds or less) of supplies, reports, and specimens.
  • Wear protective equipment, such as gloves, gowns, masks and goggles, when appropriate.
  • Operate equipment such as a centrifuge, computer keyboard & printer, fume hood, biosafety cabinet, pipetting device, and syringe with needle.

Safety/Response to Emergencies:

  • Maintain awareness of safety procedures; implement safety rules and regulations in compliance with institution standards.
  • Train staff in safety, and maintain safety as a priority within the department.
  • Have and exercise knowledge of laboratory safety and proper precautions when dealing with bio-hazardous, radioactive, corrosive, explosive and/or flammable materials.
  • Recognize potential safety hazards and take corrective action to resolve hazards or notify appropriate personnel.
  • Participate in interdepartmental efforts to facilitate a safe environment for all staff and patients.
  • Ensure staff knows location of safety information and supplies and are able to access information in response to queries or emergency situations.
  • Ensure staff keeps abreast of safety procedures including fire plan, disaster drills, evacuation routes, etc.
  • Participate in laboratory disaster preparedness drills.

Policies and Procedures:

  • Follows established policies, procedures and techniques at all times.
  • Integrates new or revised procedures into the workplace.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education requirement, minimum: PhD in molecular biology, virology, genomics, or foreign equivalent

Additional Requirements:

  • Prior mammalian cell culture experience.
  • Prior first-author publications
  • Prior coding experience with R, python, and/or UNIX.
  • Able to program/code data visualization and figure generation.
  • Previous experience with next-generation sequencing analysis and genomics
  • Strong written and communication skills;
  • Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot.

Desired:

  • Proficient at R, python, and/or bash.
  • Experience with virus reverse genetics systems.
  • Data analysis skills beyond basic statistical knowledge.

 

Instructions

Applicants should upload their CV, cover letter, diversity statement, and contact information for at least three references addressed to Alex Greninger, MD, PhD, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar: Environmental DNA for quantitative applications - marine conservation & fisheries science.


Position Overview


Organization: Marine and Environmental Affairs

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar: Environmental DNA for quantitative applications - marine conservation & fisheries science.


Position Details


Position Description

Researchers at the University of Washington and collaborators at the Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC) in Seattle seek a post-doctoral researcher to help with the development and/or application of statistical methods for using eDNA data for quantitative conservation and fisheries applications. The PIs have access to a large number of eDNA samples collected from nearshore open ocean habitats along the US west that are relevant to a wide range of both fish and marine mammal species and are seeking researchers interested in using these samples to understand the distribution and abundance of marine resources.

 

Past research has focused on applying eDNA data to inform management-relevant questions. Examples include, estimating abundance of salmon and Pacific hake from eDNA using qPCR approaches (e.g. Shelton et al. 2019, 2022a), the structure of nearshore marine communities from metabarcoding (e.g. O’Donnell et al. 2017, Kelly et al. 2017), and advancing the development of eDNA metabarcoding methods for ecological assessment (Kelly et al. 2019, Shelton et al. 2023). We are interested in researchers that have an interest in extending or expanding any of these projects or develop new areas of potential application with eDNA data. Particular areas of interest are: 1) developing projects are around using eDNA to understand trophic relationships (e.g. distribution and abundance of predators and prey such as hake and krill or whales and forage fish); 2) using eDNA to understand the composition and distribution of bycatch in the ocean; 3) the development of statistical methods to combine information from eDNA with more traditional survey data (e.g. net-based or acoustic surveys).

 

This position is primarily focused on modeling and analysis, not the generation of new eDNA data. We encourage researchers with quantitative background in ecology, fisheries, environmental DNA, or conservation biology to apply. We expect candidates to contribute to our team through the collaboration and consultation with other researchers during the production of eDNA data. No prior experience with eDNA data is required, though basic familiarity with the practical aspects of eDNA data production would be helpful.

The post-doc will be supervised by Dr. Ryan Kelly (University of Washington) and will primarily collaborate with Dr. A. Ole Shelton (NWFSC, NOAA) and Dr. Krista Nichols (NWFSC, NOAA). The position is open until filled with a negotiable start date. Funding is initially for one year but extendable to a second year. The annual salary range for this position will be $65,508 to $75,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

 

Please contact ole.shelton@noaa.gov or rpkelly@uw.edu for more information about this position.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but apply by May 5, 2023, to receive full consideration. The position will start as soon as possible, but no later than September 15, 2023.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

Qualifications

Required:
earned Ph.D. in Ecology, Fisheries Science, Quantitative Ecology, Applied Statistics or a related field; and proficiency in the R programming language; Excellent organizational skills, the ability to work independently, demonstrated foresight and good judgment, the ability to carry out routine troubleshooting. Effective written and oral communication skills as demonstrated through experience communicating with varied audiences in different settings and in different ways (e.g., presenting at events, email correspondence, one-on-one in-person, etc.) are also required.

 

Desirable:
knowledge of, or experience with: the Stan probabilistic programming language, GitHub for project collaboration, using Markdown or other software to support reproducible workflows.

 

References cited:

Kelly, R.P., C.J. Closek, J.L. O'Donnell, J.E. Kralj, A.O. Shelton, J.F. Samhouri. 2017. Genetic and manual survey methods yield different and complementary views of an ecosystem. Frontiers in Marine Science. 3:283 https://doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2016.00283

Kelly, R.P. A.O. Shelton, R. Gallego. 2019 Understanding PCR processes to draw meaningful conclusions from environmental DNA studies. Scientific Reports 9:12133 https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-48546-x

O'Donnell J.L., R.P. Kelly, A.O. Shelton, J.F. Samhouri, N.C. Lowell, and G.D. Williams. 2017. Spatial distribution of environmental DNA in a nearshore marine habitat. PeerJ 5,e3044 https://peerj.com/articles/3044/

Shelton, A.O., R.P Kelly, J.L. O'Donnell, L. Park, P. Schwenke, C. Greene, E. Beamer, R. Henderson. 2019. Environmental DNA provides quantitative estimates of a threatened salmon species. Biological Conservation 237:838-391.

Shelton, A.O.,  A. Ramón-Laca, A. Wells, J. Clemons, D. Chu, B.E. Feist, R.P. Kelly, S.L. Parker-Stetter, R. Thomas, K. Nichols, L. Park. 2022. Environmental DNA provides quantitative estimates of abundance and distribution in the open ocean. Proceeding of the Royal Society B 289: 20212613 https://doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2021.2613.

Shelton, A.O., Z. Gold, A.J. Jensen, E. D’Agnese, E.A. Allan, A. Van Cise, R. Gallego, Ana Ramón-Laca, M. Garber-Yonts, K. Parsons, R.P. Kelly. 2023. Toward Quantitative Metabarcoding. Ecology 104:e3906 https://doi.org/10.1002/ecy.3906

 

Instructions

All applications should be submitted through Interfolio. To apply for this position, please include the following in your application:

1) A letter of interest and how your experiences meet the qualifications

2) A curriculum vitae

3) At least one peer-reviewed publication, and

4) The names and contact information of three references.

Please contact ole.shelton@noaa.gov or rpkelly@uw.edu for more information about this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar - Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS)


Position Overview


Organization: School of Oceanography

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar - Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS)


Position Details


Position Description

The research groups of William Wilcock and Shima Abadi in the School of Oceanography at the University of Washington (UW) are seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to study the capabilities of distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) to record low frequency baleen whale vocalizations and to develop automated tools to detect and localize fin and blue whale calls with DAS.  This opportunity is part of a growing effort at the UW to explore multidisciplinary applications of fiber sensing for the environmental sciences.

This primary dataset for the project comes from a 4-day DAS experiment off the coast of Oregon and the specific research objectives are to (1) develop approaches to automatically identify fin and blue whale calls in DAS data, (2) develop techniques to locate fin and blue whales automatically and accurately with DAS data, (3) analyze the performance of DAS in recording whale calls at different conditions and (4) estimate the fiber location using the whale calls.  The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to interact with a growing interdisciplinary community of UW researchers with interests in fiber sensing; participate in the field work and data analysis for additional submarine DAS datasets collected by the UW Photonic Sensing Facility (https://psf.uw.edu), and join the UW eScience Institute (https://escience.washington.edu) as a Data Science Postdoctoral Fellow.

This position is full-time (100% FTE), 12- months/year, with an initial term appointment of one year (12 months), renewable depending on funding and/or satisfactory performance for a total period of up to 3 years. The salary for this position will be $65,508 per year, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. The start date is negotiable, but the position is available from August 2023, with a preference to fill the position no later than January 2024.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

The University of Washington, College of the Environment, and School of Oceanography are dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural, inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. The School of Oceanography is therefore seeking candidates whose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion. For more information on our commitment to building a culturally diverse workforce, please see: https://www.washington.edu/diversity/and https://environment.uw.edu/about/diversity-commitment/.

The University of Washington (UW) is located in the greater Seattle metropolitan area, with a dynamic, multicultural community of 3.7 million people and a range of ecosystems from mountains to ocean. The UW serves a diverse population of 80,000 students, faculty and staff, including 25% first-generation college students, over 25% Pell Grant students, and faculty from over 70 countries. The UW is a recipient of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the advancement of women faculty in science, engineering, and math (see http://advance.washington.edu/).

Qualifications

University of Washington postdoctoral scholar appointments are for a temporary, defined period not to exceed five years/60 months, including any previous postdoctoral experience. At the time of their appointment, candidates must have a Ph.D. in applicable field such as oceanography, geophysics, or engineering.  The successful candidate will have a strong background in acoustic/seismic wave propagation, signal processing, and computational data analysis; an interest in using acoustical techniques to study animal vocalizations; demonstrated written and verbal communication skills; and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with individuals from a wide spectrum of backgrounds. Highly desirable additional areas of expertise include experience with large data sets, distributed computing, and cloud computing.

 

Instructions

To apply, candidates will submit materials via Interfolio, including 1) a letter of interest describing their skills and experience, 2) a curriculum-vitae including a list of publications and links to any open code repositories, 3) two representative publications, and 4) the names and contact information for three references. PDF files are preferred. Review of applicants will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. PDF files are preferred. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar


Position Overview


Organization: Educational Studies

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar


Position Details


Position Description

The John I. Goodlad Institute for Educational Renewal in UW Bothell's School of Educational Studies invites applications for one, full-time, Postdoctoral Scholar researcher who is enthusiastic and self-motivated with demonstrated capability and interest in equity-focused research in K-16 science and engineering learning and professional development.

The Goodlad Institute promotes the democratic purposes of education by co-designing and studying processes for continuous renewal with schools, universities, and communities. By developing research-based partnerships that highlight democratic purposes and processes of education, the Goodlad Institute aims to energize a new national conversation about what justice-oriented, high-quality education and learning mean when they are grounded in equity-focused processes inclusive of the voices and lives of those we serve.

While the Goodlad Institute’s primary activities consist of externally funded projects for research, professional development, and service, these activities also provide opportunities for university students to participate in research and professional development projects. 

The Goodlad Institute is under the umbrella of the School of Educational Studies, an inclusive community that includes students, faculty, and staff of different backgrounds, including but not limited to age, language, cultural background, disability, ethnicity, family status, gender presentation, immigration status, national origin, race, religious and political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and veteran status.  

Beliefs, attitudes, and actions that foster understanding of self and others through curriculum, instruction, research, and focused learning activities are a valued component of SES courses and programs. 

Faculty create environments and support students to become critically engaged educators and citizens who design and integrate curriculum, instructional, and inquiry practices to promote equity and social justice across educational and community contexts.

Postdoctoral scholars at the University of Washington are engaged in full-time, mentored, advanced training to enhance professional skills and research independence, and perform primarily research and scholarship under the direction and supervision of University faculty mentors. Postdoctoral scholars in the School of Educational Studies have an annual service period of twelve months.

This position is grant-funded and is contingent upon available funding. Postdoctoral scholar positions are non-tenure eligible. This is a one-year renewable appointment up to three years. The anticipated start date will depend on the successful candidate's availability, but will not be later than September 1, 2023.

Postdoctoral scholars at UW are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website: https://hr.uw.edu/files/labor/UAW-4121-Postdoc-2021-2023-CBA-TA.pdf

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This postdoctoral scholar position is for a newly funded project with the National Science Foundation to design and study the development of equity-focused science content courses for aspiring elementary science teachers. This position will be housed within the School of Educational Studies' Goodlad Institute for Educational Renewal and will work closely with STEM faculty from UW Bothell’s School of STEM and School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. The successful candidate will be one who is familiar with theories of learning for undergraduate students, but also equity-centered issues of pedagogy and design in science and engineering education. The postdoctoral scholar will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Carrie Tzou, but will also be part of a larger team that spans UW Bothell and Northwestern University. 

The successful candidate will show evidence of a focus on equity-focused research in K-16 science and engineering learning and professional development. The postdoctoral scholar will be responsible for data collection, analysis, and writing research papers for dissemination to peer-reviewed research and practitioner journals and conferences. Candidates must have a focus on equity-focused research as applied to the design of science and engineering-based learning environments.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Execute education research, including the implementation of a research plan, qualitative/quantitative data collection, data processing, and data analysis activities.
  • Collaborate with external partners for data collection
  • Utilize excellent writing skills to contribute to the writing of publications in peer-reviewed journals
  • Utilize excellent presentation skills to develop conference proposals and presentation of findings at academic conferences
  • Engage in iterative processes of design, research, and re-design of science and engineering learning environments with a commitment to issues of equity, identity, and culture.

The base salary range for this position will be $5570 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

PhD Degree in Science Education, Learning Sciences or related field. Must have experience working successfully with diverse communities in elementary settings. Must have experience conducting research in learning settings and experience in qualitative/quantitative data collection/analysis activities.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with design of undergraduate science and/or engineering courses. Some professional experience working in a science- or engineering-related field preferred. Excellent writing and presentation skills, experience in qualitative/quantitative data collection/analysis activities. Ability to manage internal and external partnerships while conducting simultaneous projects and project activities. Familiarity with Dedoose and other qualitative data analysis tools. Experience conducting professional development with practicing teachers and/or teaching elementary science methods courses.

The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check.

Instructions

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants should upload the following application materials to Interfolio. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

  1. A complete CV
  2. A cover letter including a short statement describing research interests and goals
  3. Names and contacts of three (3) references
  4. Diversity Statement (1 page) describing your contributions to and vision for promoting justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion

Applicants will also be required to compete the following forms in Interfolio:

  1. Sexual Misconduct Declaration: State law requires that the University of Washington obtain the Disclosure of Sexual Misconduct declaration signed by the candidate. The declaration will require you to disclose any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct, to authorize current and past employers to disclose to the UW any sexual misconduct currently being investigated and/or committed by you, and to release current and past employers from any liability.
  2. Vaccine Requirement Attestation

UW Bothell Invitation to Employment

Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University of Washington Bothell is one of the most dynamic public universities in the state of Washington. The campus is committed to increasing access to an excellent UW education and preparing students to be leaders throughout Washington and beyond.

UW Bothell provides students a participatory, cross-disciplinary experience grounded in hands-on learning, community-based research, close relationships with faculty as teachers and mentors, and the personalized support of staff who are dedicated to student success.

The campus offers more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Current enrollment is approximately 6,000 students. More than 90 % of undergraduates are from Washington State, approximately 40% are first-generation college attendees, and more than half are students of color. The University values hiring faculty and staff who have demonstrated experience and ability to work successfully with diverse student populations and who can contribute to a campus culture that promotes equity among colleagues.

Diversity and inclusion are core values at UW Bothell. Our work begins with the acceptance and celebration of the differences that are represented through the many diverse and minoritized communities on our campus and in the surrounding community. We recognize that we are bound together in a collective experience and that our actions impact all in our community. When we focus on the lives of the most marginalized groups among us, we also create conditions of equity, justice and academic excellence for everyone. To learn more about our commitment to diversity click here.

The three priorities of the University’s current Strategic Plan, Increasing Access, Achieving Excellence are to strengthen diversity and equity, enhance community and campus engagement, and advance cross-disciplinary teaching and scholarship.

In addition to having award winning faculty and staff, UW Bothell has been recognized for innovations in academic programming and support services designed to help students graduate on time and debt-free. It has also earned both recognition and awards for its work in the area of environmental sustainability.

UW Bothell is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) that participates in the AANAPISI program. This program provides grants and related assistance to enable MSI to improve and expand their capacity to serve Asian Americans and Native American Pacific Islanders and low-income individuals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar in Physical/Chemical Oceanography (Bubble-Mediated Gas Exchange)


Position Overview


Organization: Applied Physics Lab

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar in Physical/Chemical Oceanography (Bubble-Mediated Gas Exchange)


Position Details


Position Description

The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the NSF funded Collaborative Research Investigating Bubble-Mediated Gas Exchange in a Strongly Convective Ocean during the Bubble Exchange in the Labrador Sea (BELS) Experiment. The overarching objectives of the project are to better understand bubble processes and bubble-mediated gas transfer in strongly convective environments typical of the high-latitude ocean and to propose a revised parameterization suitable for the world’s ocean, including strongly convective environments. An associated objective is to quantify the effect of solubility and gas saturation anomaly on bubble-mediated gas transfer. The observational component of the project centers on the international (Canada, Germany, UK and USA) BELS experiment departing November 2023 to the Labrador Sea during which turbulent ocean currents, bubbles, and gases will be directly measured.

Specifically, the postdoctoral investigator will be expected to assist with collection and analysis of data obtained using Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) equipped with dissolved gas sensors and acoustic sensors for currents and bubbles. Then use these data sets to estimate bubble mediated gas transfer rates and supersaturation levels from 1-D or 3-D budgeting approaches, including numerical model (LES) simulations, and compare these estimates to dual-tracer rates and eddy covariance rates. The postdoctoral scholar will work directly with Dr. Craig McNeil (APL-UW). 

In addition to disseminating results at major conferences and in peer-reviewed journals, postdocs are encouraged and mentored in writing grant proposals. A notable feature of APL postdoc positions is the ability to submit grant proposals as PIs under supervision, with the goal of establishing an independent research program and career path.

The postdoc will be based at the University of Washington – Seattle Campus. The start date is expected to be 1 September 2023 and the duration of appointment is 1 year (12 months), with the possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of funding.

Salary range: The salary range for this position will be $5,800 to $6,200 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Qualifications

We strive to promote greater diversity among applicants than is currently found in our field, and we strongly encourage applications from all groups that are underrepresented in the Geosciences. The position is open to capable doctoral recipients in research fields including oceanography, physics, applied math and other related fields; degrees not in the list above will also be considered.

Candidates must have data analysis skills (in Matlab or Python) and preferably experience with Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler’s or imaging sonars. Ability to communicate scientific results to both broad and expert audiences, orally and in writing, is indispensable to both this position and any subsequent appointments at APL-UW.

University of Washington postdoctoral scholar appointments are for a temporary, defined period not to exceed five years/60 months, including any previous postdoctoral experiences.

Instructions

Each applicant will be expected to submit:

  1. A CV including demonstrated scholarly output (e.g., publications, presentations, data analysis code)
  2. Cover letter to include current interest and how it aligns with the goals of this project.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact the UW's Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450, or 206-543-6452 (TTY), or dso@uw.edu.

Please contact Dr. Craig McNeil (cmcneil@uw.edu) for any questions about the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.


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Postdoctoral Scholar - Sustainable Fisheries Management at the University of Washington


Position Overview


Organization: Aquatic and Fishery Sciences

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar - Sustainable Fisheries Management at the University of Washington


Position Details


Position Description

Professor Chris Anderson’s Lab at the University of Washington, seeks to hire a Postdoctoral Scholar in the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences. The position is supported by gift funding to support the enhanced use of economic, social, and ecological data to support the implementation of effective fishery management.  This is a full-time, 24-month position (with possibility of extension based on funding) located at the University of Washington. The candidate hired into this position will have the opportunity to contribute to an international research dialogue about how fishery management balances economic, social, and ecological goals in both developed and low-income country contexts.

Dr. Anderson’s Lab is dedicated to research that focuses on understanding how the incentives presented by different forms of fishery management affect fleetwide economic and social outcomes, and especially how fisheries support economic development.

We seek a postdoctoral scholar to take leadership in research, data collection, analysis, writing, and publication using a variety of databases on global fisheries management housed at UW.  Possible research includes describing the status of fisheries in supporting economic and community success, and describing how success varies with different types of fishery management and other enabling conditions.

The project: Key data will be the Fishery Performance Indicators (FPIs), which capture the ecological, economic and community performance of fisheries, and have been scored for nearly 200 fisheries worldwide.  The candidate will:

  • Engage in data exploration and visualization to develop hypotheses that can be tested with existing and additional case studies and variables.
  • Use a combination of travel and desk scoring to fill gaps in the database central to identified hypotheses.

  • Lead and collaborate on analysis and manuscript development using global data.
  • Lead workshops that gather knowledgeable fishery participants, scientists, and managers to collaboratively assess fisheries performance and identify locally important improvement strategies in support of NGO and aid agency objectives.
  • Build network capacity by training regional experts to conduct collaborative workshops.
  • This project requires domestic and international travel.

The salary for this position will be in the range of $78,000 to $85,000 per year, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

  • have a PhD or foreign equivalent in economics, socio-ecological systems, or a related field at the time of appointment
  • have a minimum of one year experience with natural resource economics or social-ecological modeling
  • have no more than three years of total postdoctoral experience
  • have strong presentation skills and be able to lead interactive training sessions
  • adopt a rigorous and scholarly approach to their science, with evidence of this from presentations and publications
  • demonstrate informed curiosity, with the ability to generate novel scientific questions
  • be intrinsically motivated to answer the project’s overarching research questions
  • be a reliable team member who collaborators can count on to come through on their promises
  • be a respectful, professional, and generous team player who goes the extra mile to help their colleagues and maintains strong collegial bonds

  • have excellent time management skills; accomplish research goals by creating realistic but ambitious plans and initiating open communication when plans need to be adjusted
  • have the willingness and the courage to discuss issues openly (i.e., to give and receive feedback, to celebrate successes, and to discuss ways to overcome challenges)
  • Desirable: Strong statistical programming skills, background in collecting non-quantitative data through interviews and from experts, experience with bioeconomic and population dynamics models.
  • Desirable: Experience with low information stock assessment models and fluency in French, Spanish or other language important to global fishing.

Instructions

The position will start as soon as possible, but no later than Sept 15, 2023. An earlier start date may be required for candidates who will need more time for training. The initial appointment will be 100% FTE for two years, with potential renewal based on funding.

Application Instructions

All applications should be submitted through Interfolio. To apply for this position, please include the following in your application:

  • a letter of intent explaining why you are a good candidate for this position
  • a CV
  • pdfs of any written materials that demonstrate your previous research experience and your rigorous and scholarly approach to science
  • contact information for three references.

For any queries about this position, please reach out to Professor Chris Anderson at cmand@uw.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.

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