Postdoctoral Research Associate, Microbial Ecology Lab

Job title: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Microbial Ecology Lab

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

The Soil Microbial Ecology Laboratory at Saint Louis University is looking for a creative post-doctoral scientist with strong background in soil microbiome, multi-omics [metagenomics/transcriptomics/metabolomics], as well as bioinformatics.

Responsibilities: This researcher will assist the research team in conducting soil sampling in the field and assess soil functions using multi-omics analyses. The major tasks will include but are not limited:

• Quantify microbial functional genes using qPCR.
• Develop AI-driven bioinformatics pipeline and analyze multi-omics data.
• Perform soil sampling and experiment design.
• Measure soil properties—soil pH, moisture content, Inorganic N, etc.
• Soil incubation and activity measurement.
• Training undergrad and graduate students in the laboratory.

Qualifications: Applicants should have the following qualifications to be considered:

• PhD in microbial ecology/microbiology, and bioinformatics or related field.
• Experience in multi-omics pipeline development and analyses are required.
• Experience in wet lab: soil incubation, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction.
• Evidence of scientific productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to take a leadership role for the project.

Salary and

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience. Health insurance benefits are provided. The appointment is for 1 year with the possibility of an additional year pending satisfactory progress.

• Application Deadline: This position will be open until it is filled.

• Equal opportunity/affirmative action Statement: Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans).