"Postdoctoral Scholar, Comparative Biology"

The Hayashi lab at the American Museum of Natural History seeks a motivated postdoctoral scholar to conduct research on the population genomics of silk genes in orb-weaving spiders. These spiders produce a variety of silk types with numerous functional differences and the genes that encode these proteins are characterized by abundant gene duplication, complicated repeat structure, extreme homogenization and convergent evolution. We are interested in understanding the molecular and evolutionary mechanisms that generate and maintain genomic diversity of these genes.

For lab details see: https://www.amnh.org/research/staff-directory/cheryl-y-hayashi

The project will leverage whole genome sequencing (WGS) with haplotype phasing across multiple spider populations. Spider silk genes possess complicated hierarchical organization involving SNPs, indels, repeats and paralogs, requiring multi-dimensional measurement of molecular variation. The postdoc will also have opportunities to identify other silkome components under strong selection or pursue additional research with the available WGS data. Field collection and wet lab experiments may be included.

The expected salary for the Postdoctoral Scholar is $71,181/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community. The Postdoctoral Scholar is expected to be in residence working at the Museum.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with wet lab techniques, particularly RNA extraction and processing
• Experience collecting specimens in the field.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: careers.amnh.org