A Research Scientist position (Chemist II) is available in Dr. Bryndan Durham’s laboratory at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. Research in the Durham Lab (https://www.durham-lab.com) focuses on the molecular ecology and chemistry of marine microbes. The Research Scientist will be primarily responsible for processing and analyzing samples using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS)-metabolomics. In particular, the Research Scientist will analyze samples on high-resolution LC-MS system(s) located in the UF’s Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (www.biotech.ufl.edu) mass spectrometry core facility. Other possible responsibilities include microbial culture, biochemical analysis, lab data administration, maintaining lab safety, orderliness, inventory, and other duties as needed. The Durham Lab is part of the UF Biology Department and the UF Genetics Institute, both of which provide friendly and collegial environments. The Research Scientist will join a collaborative group and work with others who possess knowledge in microbiology, mass spectrometry, genetics, and bioinformatics. While the Research Scientist will be primarily responsible for carrying out projects overseen by Dr. Durham, there will be opportunities to lead independent projects with his/her/their own intellectual and creative contributions. The Research Scientist will also have access to training programs and professional development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to, attending training workshops, mentoring undergraduate students, presenting research at conferences, and writing and publishing manuscripts.
Prospective candidates should send a cover letter describing their background and interests, contact information for three references, and a CV to Dr. Durham (b.durham@ufl.edu). Review of applications will begin in June 2022 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible, but ideally the successful candidate would begin by August 2022.
Qualifications: Fundamental requirements include:
⦁ A Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of work experience in environmental or analytical chemistry
⦁ Demonstrated knowledge of chromatography and/or mass spectrometry methods and data analysis
⦁ Strong work ethic and independence
⦁ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
⦁ Excellent English writing and speaking ability
⦁ Ability to manage multiple projects
⦁ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
⦁ Demonstrated scientific writing skills (preferably through publication record)
⦁ Although not required, the preferred candidate will have programming experience (R or Python)
About the University: The University of Florida is ranked #5 in top public universities in the United States. Research in the biological sciences at the University of Florida is conducted by faculty in many departments, across several Colleges and Institutes, providing a rich intellectual environment and extensive opportunities for collaboration. The Biology Department interacts closely with the Whitney Laboratory for Marine Biosciences (www.whitney.ufl.edu), the Genetics Institute (ufgi.ufl.edu), the Florida Museum of Natural History (www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu), the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (www.biotech.ufl.edu), the High Performance Research Computer Cluster (HiPerGator, www.rc.ufl.edu), the Nature Coast Biological Station (https://ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu), the Southeast Center for Integrated Metabolomics (http://secim.ufl.edu), the UF Biodiversity Institute (https://biodiversity.institute.ufl.edu), the UF Informatics Institute (informatics.institute.ufl.edu), the Water Institute (waterinstitute.ufl.edu), and the Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Program (pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu). The University of Florida counts among its greatest strengths – and a major component of its excellence – that it values broad diversity in its faculty, students, and staff and creates a robust, inclusive, and welcoming climate for learning and research.
About Gainesville: Gainesville is a progressive city located in North Central Florida with a population of about 132,000. Due to the presence of the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, the city offers a great number of activities combining the best aspects of a metropolitan city with the hospitality of a college town. Gainesville affords access to numerous restaurants, microbreweries, and entertainment opportunities (museums, theatre, music, sports). Gainesville is home to the critically acclaimed Hippodrome Theater, the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the Harn Museum of Art, and the Florida Museum of Natural History. Gainesville is also the perfect spot for individuals who enjoy the outdoors. The city maintains 27 parks and it is located within 50 miles of more than 40 nature settings. These settings offer a combination of camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, and fishing. Several of these areas include some of the clearest springs in the nation, providing excellent snorkeling, scuba diving and world-class cave diving. Cost of living is very affordable in Gainesville, and the weather is usually sunny year-round.
Prospective candidates should send a cover letter describing their background and interests, contact information for three references, and a CV to Dr. Durham (b.durham@ufl.edu). Review of applications will begin in June 2022 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible, but ideally the successful candidate would begin by August 2022.
Qualifications: Fundamental requirements include:
⦁ A Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of work experience in environmental or analytical chemistry
⦁ Demonstrated knowledge of chromatography and/or mass spectrometry methods and data analysis
⦁ Strong work ethic and independence
⦁ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
⦁ Excellent English writing and speaking ability
⦁ Ability to manage multiple projects
⦁ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
⦁ Demonstrated scientific writing skills (preferably through publication record)
⦁ Although not required, the preferred candidate will have programming experience (R or Python)
About the University: The University of Florida is ranked #5 in top public universities in the United States. Research in the biological sciences at the University of Florida is conducted by faculty in many departments, across several Colleges and Institutes, providing a rich intellectual environment and extensive opportunities for collaboration. The Biology Department interacts closely with the Whitney Laboratory for Marine Biosciences (www.whitney.ufl.edu), the Genetics Institute (ufgi.ufl.edu), the Florida Museum of Natural History (www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu), the Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (www.biotech.ufl.edu), the High Performance Research Computer Cluster (HiPerGator, www.rc.ufl.edu), the Nature Coast Biological Station (https://ncbs.ifas.ufl.edu), the Southeast Center for Integrated Metabolomics (http://secim.ufl.edu), the UF Biodiversity Institute (https://biodiversity.institute.ufl.edu), the UF Informatics Institute (informatics.institute.ufl.edu), the Water Institute (waterinstitute.ufl.edu), and the Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Program (pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu). The University of Florida counts among its greatest strengths – and a major component of its excellence – that it values broad diversity in its faculty, students, and staff and creates a robust, inclusive, and welcoming climate for learning and research.
About Gainesville: Gainesville is a progressive city located in North Central Florida with a population of about 132,000. Due to the presence of the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, the city offers a great number of activities combining the best aspects of a metropolitan city with the hospitality of a college town. Gainesville affords access to numerous restaurants, microbreweries, and entertainment opportunities (museums, theatre, music, sports). Gainesville is home to the critically acclaimed Hippodrome Theater, the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the Harn Museum of Art, and the Florida Museum of Natural History. Gainesville is also the perfect spot for individuals who enjoy the outdoors. The city maintains 27 parks and it is located within 50 miles of more than 40 nature settings. These settings offer a combination of camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, and fishing. Several of these areas include some of the clearest springs in the nation, providing excellent snorkeling, scuba diving and world-class cave diving. Cost of living is very affordable in Gainesville, and the weather is usually sunny year-round.
