Postdoctoral Scholar - Huber Lab
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POSITION SPECIFICS
A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available at The Pennsylvania State University to develop methods for detecting adaptation in admixed populations using tree sequence data, under the supervision of Dr. Christian Huber.
A Ph.D. is required, with experience in population genetic simulation, detecting signatures of selection, and proficiency in Python and R.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV (including names of referees) electronically. For more information, contact Dr. Christian Huber at cdh5313@psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
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BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
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