Job Description
DescriptionDr. Timothy Linksvayer, from the School of Life Sciences (SOLS) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for an Assistant Research Scientist to complete ongoing comparative genomic and quantitative genomic studies of social complexity in ants. The Assistant Research Scientist will independently analyze, and write-up for publication comparative genomic and transcriptomic analyses that are part of ongoing projects in the Linksvayer lab.This is a full-time fiscal year (12 months), benefits-eligible appointment for one year. The anticipated start date is Fall, 2023.About Arizona State UniversityASU is a large, comprehensive, research university that for two decades has transformed into the “New American University,” one dedicated to the simultaneous pursuit of excellence, broad access to quality education, and meaningful societal impact. By our Charter and Design Aspirations, we center inclusion and success as values that drive the enterprise; adopt inter- and transdisciplinary approaches to teaching and learning as ways to address society’s greatest challenges; and develop innovative partnerships to produce master learners across the lifespan. To learn more about ASU, visit http://www.asu.edu.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Interest in studying the evolution traits related to social complexity in social insectsDemonstrated capacity for independence and innovation, as well as the ability to work as part of a team
Experience
Experience with using the software package RERconvergeExperience with GWAS software, e.g., GEMMAExperience in preparing RNA and DNA sequencing libraries
