Full-time position for collaborating in research of molecular evolution and population genetics

A full-time position for collaborating in research of molecular evolution and population genetics is available at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), located in Balboa, Panama. The position entails the supervision of data gathering in research involving molecular markers to study ecological and evolutionary topics, including phylogeography, gene flow speciation, and the evolution of reproductive isolation in marine organisms. Specific duties include: Overseeing the collection, tabulation, and analysis of DNA sequencing and microsatellite data obtained by two technicians; supervising the technicians' daily work; orienting new pre- and post-doctoral fellows and aiding all people in the lab with molecular techniques and analysis of data; troubleshooting procedures; ensuring that there is an adequate store of supplies; keeping computers and laboratory equipment functioning; maintaining specimen and sequence databases up to date; submitting sequences to GenBank; managing the laboratory's operating budget. Candidates with a degree in biology or a related discipline are invited to apply. A background in both molecular biology and the phylogenetic and population genetic analysis of DNA data is essential. Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of Spanish is desirable.
This is a US permanent federal position at the GS-11 level. It includes generous benefits and co-authorship in publications. The selection will be made without regard to nationality, race, sex, or religious background. For more details about STRI, please consult http://www.stri.org. Please, submit your CV,
copies of publications (if any) and the names, titles, and e-mail addresses of two people that can be contacted for letters of recommendation to: Dr. H.A. Lessios, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Unit 948, APO AA 34002, e-mail: LessiosH@stri.org.
Electronic submissions are preferred. The position will be available as of October 1, 2004, and the search will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.