Postdoctoral Scholar in Genomics and Molecular Life Sciences

Job Posting Number: 2027049

APF

The Institute for Molecular Life Sciences is seeking a well-qualified Post Doc to conduct independent research under the guidance of the Principal Investigators on an NIH R24 grant award. Specifically, this person will be responsible for:

• Studying genome architecture contribution to adaptation, diversification, and sex chromosome evolution.
• Studying molecular mechanisms underlying natural resilience to diseases using evolutionary mutant models.
• Performing comparative genomics, forward and reverse genetics, single cell and spatial gene expression profiling using model organisms such as stickleback and Xiphophorus.
• Standardizing data format for data management and data sharing.
• Leading manuscript development and publication.
• Seeking external funding through various granting opportunities.

• PhD in Zoology, with experience in genetics and genomics of aquatic species.
• At least one first author publication in leading scientific journal (Nature, Nat. Comm, Science, Science Advances).
• Proficient in Linux, Bash, R and Python.
• Hands on experience with High-Performance Computing.
• Experience in genome assembly, comparative genomics, population genomics and phylogenomics.
• Experience in RNA-seq Analysis, epigenetics and multi-omics Integration.

• Experience with stickleback and/or Xiphophorus.
• Experience with single cell and spatial RNAseq.

Full Consideration Date:

Close Date: 10/19/2026

Open Until Filled? No

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• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.