What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biosciences Genomics Postdoc position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
The LANL Genomics Team is looking for a highly motivated, productive, and multi-talented postdoctoral candidate to pursue research within a team of scientists working on bacterial and fungal growth, microbial chemostats, stable isotope probing using hydrogen and carbon isotopes. Expertise in microbial growth whether bacterial, fungal, or archaeal is preferred. The applicant will be working both on both archaeal and bacterial projects.
Biosciences Genomics Team capabilities include both a core sequencing facility specializing in Illumina and PacBio technologies, and a bioinformatic data analysis group adapting state-of-the-art methods and devising novel strategies and algorithms to better interpret genomic, metagenomic, transcriptomic, and epigenetic NGS data. Our group comprises experimental and computational bioscientists working on projects that span a range of topics, including algal biology/bioenergy, microbial ecology, bacterial/viral/genome evolution, host-microbe interactions (e.g. host-pathogen, fungal-bacterial symbioses, etc.), cancer biology, biosurveillance, and pathogen diagnostics. One position is available, splitting time between stable isotope probing of bacterial metabolism and archaeal growth and genomics experiments. Additional projects or topics of interest will also be available depending on candidate interests.
The specific subject of the applicant's PhD degree is not restricted to any specific domain, but experience in culturing or experimentation with archaea, bacteria, or fungi is strongly preferred. The candidate should be equally comfortable working independently as well as part of a team, be familiar with good laboratory practices and biological experiment design, have experience or interest in working with microbial evolution experiments, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicants should also have a good publication record or publications in preparation. The ability to obtain a security clearance is preferred.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in microbiology, evolutionary biology, genetics or a related STEM field completed within the last five years or will have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment.
Notes to Applicants: In addition to applying on-line, candidates should submit by email their CV, a very brief letter of interest, as well as names and contact information for 3 references to Erik Hanschen (hanschen@lanl.gov). Selected candidates will be contacted for telephone interviews from March-April 2025.
This position is for a two-year term. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Darleane Christian Hoffman, Richard P. Feynman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships.
For general information of the Postdoc Program, including salary guidelines, go to https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
The LANL Genomics Team is looking for a highly motivated, productive, and multi-talented postdoctoral candidate to pursue research within a team of scientists working on bacterial and fungal growth, microbial chemostats, stable isotope probing using hydrogen and carbon isotopes. Expertise in microbial growth whether bacterial, fungal, or archaeal is preferred. The applicant will be working both on both archaeal and bacterial projects.
Biosciences Genomics Team capabilities include both a core sequencing facility specializing in Illumina and PacBio technologies, and a bioinformatic data analysis group adapting state-of-the-art methods and devising novel strategies and algorithms to better interpret genomic, metagenomic, transcriptomic, and epigenetic NGS data. Our group comprises experimental and computational bioscientists working on projects that span a range of topics, including algal biology/bioenergy, microbial ecology, bacterial/viral/genome evolution, host-microbe interactions (e.g. host-pathogen, fungal-bacterial symbioses, etc.), cancer biology, biosurveillance, and pathogen diagnostics. One position is available, splitting time between stable isotope probing of bacterial metabolism and archaeal growth and genomics experiments. Additional projects or topics of interest will also be available depending on candidate interests.
The specific subject of the applicant's PhD degree is not restricted to any specific domain, but experience in culturing or experimentation with archaea, bacteria, or fungi is strongly preferred. The candidate should be equally comfortable working independently as well as part of a team, be familiar with good laboratory practices and biological experiment design, have experience or interest in working with microbial evolution experiments, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicants should also have a good publication record or publications in preparation. The ability to obtain a security clearance is preferred.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Demonstrated working experience in archaea, bacteria, or fungi
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in microbiology, evolutionary biology, genetics or a related STEM field completed within the last five years or will have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment.
Notes to Applicants: In addition to applying on-line, candidates should submit by email their CV, a very brief letter of interest, as well as names and contact information for 3 references to Erik Hanschen (hanschen@lanl.gov). Selected candidates will be contacted for telephone interviews from March-April 2025.
This position is for a two-year term. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Darleane Christian Hoffman, Richard P. Feynman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships.
For general information of the Postdoc Program, including salary guidelines, go to https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
