Duration: 2-year Starting date: January 2011

Project description: We are seeking an experienced systematist to conduct revisionary study on mycobiont and photobiont of the lichen genus Peltigera as part of the recently awarded NSF project entitled “REVSYS: Phylogenetic revision of the lichen-genus Peltigera (Ascomycota): Disentangling cryptic speciation, phenotypic plasticity, and hybridization”.
This project focuses, in part, on a detailed systematic revision of two species complexes within the genus Peltigera: P. canina and P. aphthosa-leucophlebia in North America and eastern Russia. The research involves traditional revisionary activities, e.g., collecting specimens, visiting selected European and North American herbaria, applying various microscopy techniques to characterize morphological and anatomical traits, performing TLC analyses, as well as modern molecular phylogenetic procedures, e.g., developing new primers, sequencing various loci, performing phylogenetic analyses. The ultimate goals of this project are to: 1) circumscribe phenotypically and phylogenetically (using existing and newly developed molecular markers) all species recognized in these two species complexes; 2) describe newly discovered species; 3) test for putative hybridization events; 4) database revised Peltigera collections; 5) characterize phylogenetically Nostoc associated with Peltigera species based on selected molecular markers; 4) prepare monographies for P. canina and P. aphthosa-leucophlebia complexes with species descriptions, maps of distributions and keys for identification.

Postdoctoral research activities: The postdoctoral researcher will be an integral member of the international team of Peltigera experts assembled for this project and will obtain a comprehensive academic and teaching experience, including: 1) day-to-day research needed for this systematic revisionary study and will assist J. Miadlikowska in the daily management of all research activities by the graduate, undergraduate and high school students involved in this project; 2) collecting trips and visits to herbaria; 3) responsibility for main monographic papers on the P. aphthosa-leucophlebia and P. canina complexes and co-authorship for other articles resulting from this project; 4) the presentation of results at national and international scientific meetings; 5) attend weekly lab meetings and seminar series, including Systematic Discussion group/seminar series at Duke and the National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent); and 6) the opportunity to take graduate courses offered at Duke University.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a PhD in systematics, with extensive research experience in fungal (preferably lichen) systematics using traditional and molecular techniques. Excellent written and oral communication skills are also essential in order to communicate effectively with colleagues, the public, other researchers, and successfully prepare results of research for publication.

To be considered for this position, please send the following documents and information to Jolanta Miadlikowska (jolantam@duke.edu) and François Lutzoni (flutzoni@duke.edu), prior to October 31, 2010: 1) detailed curriculum vitae, and 2) name, address and e-mail contact information of two referees from which letters of support can be obtained.

Willamette University’s Biology Department invites applications for a tenure-track position in microbiology at the rank of assistant or associate professor to begin August, 2011. The nine-member undergraduate department values innovative teaching and research and seeks to integrate them seamlessly into high impact learning experiences for students at every level of the curriculum. For information about the department see http://www.willamette.edu/cla/biology.

The successful candidate will teach an introductory microbiology course that emphasizes viruses and bacteria; upper level courses for majors in his/her area of expertise; and courses for non-science majors. The candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous research program that advances science while engaging undergraduates.

Applicants from disciplines as diverse as virology, bacteriology, mycology, genetics, genomics, physiology, ecology, and/or evolution are welcome. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral research experience and must be qualified by their formal training to teach the courses described. To be considered at the associate level, applicants must have an exceptional record of research and undergraduate teaching commensurate with their rank.

To Apply: (a) Submit to micro-search@willamette.edu a single, electronic PDF that contains these materials in the following order:

1. A cover letter describing your interest in the position
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. A teaching statement that describes your teaching experience and
philosophy, plans for an introductory microbiology course, and a
list of courses you feel qualified to teach
4. A research statement that includes current and future research
goals and plans and their relevance to this position
5. A diversity statement that describes your experience with diverse
populations and the importance of diversity in teaching and
research communities
6. Unofficial graduate transcripts

(b) Solicit /three reference letters/ that address both research and teaching potential as they relate to this position. Reference letters should be sent electronically to:

David Craig, Search Chair
Biology Department
Willamette University
micro-search@willamette.edu

Inquiries may be addressed to: David Craig, dpcraig@willamette.edu.

*About Willamette:* Founded in Salem in 1842 as the first university in the West, Willamette takes full advantage of its location in the heart of the Willamette Valley, across the street from the state capitol and a one-hour drive from Portland, Eugene, the Oregon Coast and the Cascade Mountains. Willamette is a selective institution with a national student body of roughly 1700 undergraduates in the College of Liberal Arts along with graduate programs in law, management, and education. The academic profile of our undergraduates is strong, with a median solid-subject high school GPA of 3.75 and combined SAT score of 1850. Recent students have received prestigious NSF, Watson, Truman, Fulbright, and Goldwater fellowships. For more information please visit www.willamette.edu.

*Application Deadline:* *For full consideration, applications should be received by September 15, 2010. Review will continue until the position is filled.*

Willamette University also appreciates the completion of our Confidential Applicant Information form, which assists in the evaluation of our recruitment efforts, which will /remain in confidential files/in the Human Resources Office. You may download the form and submit it electronically to Human Resources at human-resources@willamette.edu.

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Willamette University is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

The Systematic Mycology and Microbiology Laboratory is seeking a Research Molecular Biologist/Microbiologist/Botanist (Mycology)/Geneticist to conduct independent research developing new knowledge and application of the systematics of fungi that threaten the food supply and serve to control harmful insects and plant pathogens. This scientist will conduct research to characterize fungi both inside and outside of the United States to prevent entry of destructive fungi and lead to the ability to control the diseases they cause. This research will involve determining phylogenetic relationships among members of plant-associated fungi especially those of importance to agriculture; characterizing the genetic variability, population structure and systematic relationships of plant pathogenic fungi; correlating molecular results with morphological characteristics based on examination of specimens; combining molecular and morphological results with existing geographic and host information to accurately define plant pathogenic fungi species; and developing molecular tools for the identification of these fungi. This position has promotion potential to a GS-15. Applications accepted until August 16, 2010.

To apply see announcement at USAJOBS.

For more information, contact Dr. Amy Rossman, Amy.Rossman@ars.usda.gov

Project Title: The impact of cover crop management on rooting profiles, mycorrhizal colonization and mycorrhizal community structure of young grapevines.

We are recruiting a highly motivated student who will work as part of team to better understand how cover crops and residue management affect the overall health & development of young grapevines and soil quality attributes in vineyards. The focus of this graduate research position is on root growth and mycorrhizal fungi. An approach using both classical and molecular tools will be used. Please contact Paul Schreiner (paul.schreiner@ars.usda.gov) for further information.

Information about the graduate program in Viticulture/Enology at OSU can be found at: http://wine.oregonstate.edu/graduate_programs.

· Rare Professional Opportunities
· Three fixed term 2 and 2 ½ year contracts, starting July 2010

In these three important roles you will undertake research on the
systematics of selected plant or fungal groups using molecular
techniques. The Molecular Systematist will also manage a molecular
laboratory, seek external funding for research, monitor expenditure, and
contribute to the scientific curation of the collections held at the
National Herbarium of Victoria. One postdoctoral position will advance
our understanding of the biodiversity and conservation of baobabs and
Acacia farnesiana. The other postdoctoral position will undertake
phylogenetic research on Australian members of Cortinarius subgenus
Dermocybe.
The ideal candidates will have a PhD in systematics or equivalent
experience, with extensive research experience in plant or fungi
systematics using molecular techniques. Excellent written and oral
communication skills are also essential in order to communicate
effectively with colleagues, the public, international and national
researchers, and successfully prepare results of research for
publication.

See website for position descriptions
http://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/about-us/job-opportunities

Please send applications to recruit@rbg.vic.gov.au by close of business
Friday 9 July 2010. For further enquiries please call +613 9252 2313.
All applications must address the key selection criteria as stated in
the position descriptions, and provide an outline of their intended
research program for the Molecular Systematist position.

Regards
Dr Frank Udovicic
Manager, Plant Sciences
National Herbarium of Victoria
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Victoria, Australia.

The Biological Sciences Department at SUNY Cortland seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Microbiology. Teaching responsibilities will include lecture and laboratory portions of Microbiology and Human Disease for health science majors in the Fall 2010 semester. The person hired will also teach a Microbiology course for Biology majors in the Spring 2011 semester. Full-time employment may be available depending on the successful candidate’s interests. MS degree in a related field and relevant teaching experience required. PhD preferred.

For additional information contact Peter Ducey, Chair, Biological Sciences Department, SUNY Cortland, (607) 753-2716 or Peter.Ducey@cortland.edu. Please apply online at https://jobs.cortland.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52060 and submit a letter of application, C.V., and contact information for three references. Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled.

We have a strong commitment to the affirmation of diversity and have interdisciplinary degree programs in the area of Multicultural Studies.

EMLab P&K, the leading commercial indoor air quality testing laboratory in North America, is seeking a motivated scientist in the San Diego, California area with experience in the biological sciences. This laboratory is one of our remote labs and is staffed with three (3) microscopists (including this position) in addition to other supporting staff. Your core responsibilities will include the analysis of non-culturable surface and air samples for fungi. Candidates who apply should be career oriented, willing to learn, thorough, efficient, and be able to meet our high standards for quality.

Qualifications:

* BA/BS or Masters in Plant Biology, Biology, Microbiology, or any other life science with a minimum of eight (8) semester hours of microbiology.
* Must have three (3) years of laboratory experience with two (2) of those years involving both spore trap and direct exam experience.
* Candidates with asbestos analysis experience in addition to mycological microscopy experience are an added-plus

IMPORTANT NOTES:
We are looking for a specific skillset and, therefore, cannot accept candidates who do not meet ALL of our requirements.
we are open to providing relocation assistance depending on the candidate
candidate will have to work in our San Bruno, California laboratory for approximately 2-3 weeks at hire (all expenses will be paid) before assuming the position in San Diego.
At this time we are ONLY accepting applicants who have authorization to work in the United States and who currently live in the United States.

ABOUT US……

EMLab P&K (a division of TestAmerica) is recognized as one of the leading commercial indoor air quality laboratories in North America specializing in the analysis of air and surface samples for asbestos, bacteria, legionella, and fungi. Our goal is to provide the highest quality analysis and service in the industry. Clients include industrial hygienists, laboratories, hospitals, public health departments, professional service firms and other IAQ professionals. EMLab P&K has helped pioneer today’s IAQ industry with MoldRange™ , MoldScore™ and over 100 publications and abstracts. We offer a full line of IAQ and IH equipment and supplies; and we provide LabServe™, a 24-hour, online customer service, which controls data management, custom report formatting, access to secure archives of projects and reports.

Additionally, we have 12 locations across the country; and nearly all are accredited by programs that include AIHA EMLAP, NVLAP, and additional state certifications and licenses.

EMLab P&K ( a division of TestAmerica, Inc.) provides a comfortable work environment and a comprehensive, highly competitive compensation and benefits package – at low cost to the employee - including medical, dental, vision, (we also offer optional items at competitive rates and at an additional cost(s)that include: auto/home/renter insurance, pet insurance, legal insurance, and a competitive discount from a well-known wireless company for your cell phone and wireless needs). A 401(k) plan is also offered. In addition, life insurance coverage at 2x your annual salary is provided at no cost to the employee. Additional life insurance coverage (over-and-above what the company provides) is available at excellent rates, and, life insurance for your spouse and/or dependents – up to a designated maximum amount - is also available at a nominal cost

If you would like to know more about us, please visit our website at www.emlabpk.com

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GINA E. CABAL
HR Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
EMLab P&K
THE PROVEN LEADER
1979 N. Mill St.
Suite 102
Naperville, Illinois 60563
Tel 630.718.1525/EFax 650.742.8190

www.emlabpk.com

Harold W. Keller, Ph.D. (Dr. Myxo)
Visiting Professor
Department of Biology
W. C. Morris 306
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 64093

Telephone (660) 543-4933 Biology Office
E-mail address: KELLER@UCMO.edu