What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Postdoctoral Fellow
Posting Number
NFE02567P
Department
USD-Biology
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
Postdoctoral Research Position – Comparative Biomechanics & Thermal Effects of Chameleon Feeding: A postdoctoral research position is available immediately in the Department of Biology at the University of South Dakota to conduct research on patterns of thermal adaptation underlying movements powered primarily by elastic recoil (tongue projection) and muscle contraction directly (tongue retraction) in chameleons living in disparate thermal environments. The work associated with this project includes a variety of field and laboratory techniques, including the potential for travel to field sites in southern Africa, to address comparative (evolutionary), ecological and mechanistic questions related to thermal adaptation among different movement types. The postdoctoral position is a one-year NSF-funded position with the possibility to extend for up to three-years. A Ph.D. in biology, or a related field is required. Demonstrated experience in biomechanics, functional morphology, and/or muscle physiology is also required, and experience with high-speed videography, electromyography, and/or in vitro muscle contractile physiology is preferred. The candidate will work with the Anderson Lab in the Department of Biology, additional faculty at the University of South Dakota, and with collaborators at other institutions. Applications must be submitted on-line at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Candidates are also encouraged to send a cover letter, statement of research interests, CV and names and email addresses of three references to: Dr. Christopher V. Anderson (Christopher.V.Anders@usd.edu), Department of Biology, University of South Dakota, 414 E. Clark Street, Vermillion, SD 57069, USA. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Anderson.
Posting Date
12/18/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
01/03/2025
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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