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Postdoc in Avian Comparative Genomics at LSU Orleans
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New Orleans, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, 70123, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
Listing for:
University of New Orleans
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
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Science
Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New Orleans
The Claramunt lab at LSU New Orleans () is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on the project “Genomic drivers of climate adaptability and evolutionary diversification in a radiation of Neotropical passerine birds,” funded by the Louisiana Board of Regents. The focus of the position is the generation and analysis of high-quality genomes for the family Furnariidae, including genome assembly, annotation, and comparative analyses across lineages.
Responsibilities- Assemble and curate genomes from short- and long-read data (e.g., Pac Bio HiFi)
- Develop and implement assembly and annotation pipelines
- Conduct comparative genomic analyses in a phylogenetic framework
- Write a manuscript
- Ph.D. in genomics, bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, or related field
- Experience with genome assembly and/or large genomic datasets
- Strong computational skills (Unix/Linux, scripting in R/Python)
- Publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Start date:
1 st July 2026 (negotiable) - Duration: 1 year
- Location:
New Orleans, Louisiana
The official application portal will be available soon at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Until then, prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Santiago Claramunt atsclaramuto express their interest and request additional information about the position.
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