Biological Scientist III

Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree in biology or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field.

This person conducts genomics-based research on various at-risk insect taxa. Works closely with Jaret Daniels and his lab members and collaborators to achieve goals of research projects, especially those funded by external grants. Of particular importance is research to help address key information gaps, provide accurate taxonomic delimitation, screen for disease, conduct genome assembly and annotation, assess population structure, connectivity and health, direct ex situ initiatives, inform conservation and recovery actions, and statistical planning, design, and analysis.

This person prepares publications, proposals, and reports. This person coordinates research with collaborators, analyzes and interprets data from conducted research, writes manuscripts and reports, and submits manuscript to peer-reviewed journals. This person writes or assists with the writing of funding proposals that are submitted to funding agencies, foundations and/or donors. The resulting grants and funds are used for research and travel.

This person mentors undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdocs; supports visiting collaborators in laboratory work and data analysis. The mentorship includes organizing regular meetings, providing direction and assistance to students during research work, writing research proposals and manuscripts with students, and helping the students to present the results at conferences.

This person communicates regularly and organizes meetings with collaborators. This person attends professional conferences, workshops, departmental seminars, professional development opportunities, and helps develop and maintain research networks. This person responds to emails and communicates with other lab members.

This person participates in Daniels Lab and Museum- associated public outreach and helps translate science to a broader audience as available.