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Friday, September 05, 2008

Postdoc position, endolithic microbiology and biochemistry

A postdoctoral position in microbiology/biochemistry is immediately available at Desert Research Institute (DRI), Las Vegas campus. The project, which is in collaboration with Scripps Oceanographic Institute and NASA Ames Research Center, focuses on desert endolithic microbial communities from around the world, including those from the Antarctic dry valleys. Major activities include cultivation, phylogenetic identification, and amino acid enantiomeric analysis. The position is renewable up to three years contingent upon satisfactory performance. DRI offers competitive salary and compensation packages. Las Vegas has world-class entertainment, excellent restaurants, and a climate that permits year round outdoor recreational activities. Affordable, family-friendly living can be found in the suburb of Las Vegas, for example, the City of Henderson).

A Ph.D in microbiology or biochemistry is required. Practical experience in liquid chromatography is a plus. To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references.

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