The Marine Mammal Molecular Genomics Lab (MMMGL) at the Southeast Fisheries Science Center is seeking highly motivated candidates for a Senior Research Associate I position. The MMMGL works on a variety of projects focused on marine mammal species from the northwest Atlantic and U.S. Gulf of Mexico, aimed at informing management and conservation actions. The successful applicant will conduct lab work and lead genomic analyses incorporating both microsatellite and SNP data for genetic assignment of bottlenose dolphins to stock of origin. This work will contribute to improved bycatch estimation for bottlenose dolphin populations, and provide important information to inform bycatch reduction strategies.

This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package. The position is based in Crowley, Louisiana and is open to everyone, regardless of citizenship.

Candidates must have a Master's degree or higher in marine biology or related field, and bioinformatics experience including managing and analyzing large genomics datasets.

Anyone interested in applying should see the full description on the University of Miami Careers website (https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100076214/Senior-Research-Associate-I) and follow the application instructions posted there. The position's requisition is R100076214.

Nicole Vollmer

Associate Scientist, Contractor with University of Miami-CIMAS in support of the

Marine Mammal and Turtle Division, Southeast Fisheries Science Center

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