Postdoctoral Scholar - Hines Lab
The Pennsylvania State University•University Park, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
The lab of Dr. Heather Hines in the Department of Biology seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to lead studies evaluating the role of pollen nutrition in landscapes on bumble bee foraging, diversity, and health. The Postdoctoral Scholar will design and lead laboratory and field studies with these bees, including gathering field pollens across the community, conducting molecular tests on pollen nutritional characterization and metabarcoding, assessing floral community networks and niche utilization, and conducting behavioral assays in both lab and field settings.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. is required by the appointment start date.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with and coordinate the efforts of teams of researchers.
- Expertise presenting to diverse audiences.
- Strong quantitative and computational skills.
- Knowledge of R, python or similar statistical and modeling languages.
- Experience in field and bee research.
Nice To Haves
- PhD in Entomology, Ecology, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Design and lead laboratory and field studies with bumble bees.
- Gather field pollens across the community.
- Conduct molecular tests on pollen nutritional characterization and metabarcoding.
- Assess floral community networks and niche utilization.
- Conduct behavioral assays in both lab and field settings.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
