Postdoctoral Position in Biology

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Robin Hopkins, in the Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University. The Hopkins lab conducts research on plant speciation and processes of local adaptation. Major areas of research include determining the genetic basis of reproductive isolating mechanisms, understanding the role of natural selection in speciation, investigating the role of pollinators in plant speciation and adaption, and using population genetics to untangling the forces of gene flow and selection during local adaptation. 
 
This opening is for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow with expertise in some of the following areas: genetics, genomics, population genetics, molecular biology, quantitative genetics, plant research, field research. All candidates must have received a Ph.D. in a relevant field. The postdoc will be based at the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University and have access to all the resources available through the Organismic and Evolutionary Department. The position is available for 1 year with the possibility of renewal for a second and third year, and will include a competitive salary and full benefits. 
 
Interested candidates please contact Robin Hopkins at rhopkins@fas.harvard.edu. Applications should include: a cover letter, a brief description of past research accomplishments and future research goals, CV, and contact information for three references.

Ph.D. in biology, plant biology, genetics, evolutionary biology or a closely related field

A successful applicant will have some of the following: 
• Extensive independent research experience 
• Creativity and independence 
• Genetic or molecular lab experience 
• Bioinformatics, or statistical genetics experience 
• Field or greenhouse research experience 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. 
 
 
In the Hopkins lab we believe the strength and excellence of our community stems from our diversity of identities, experiences, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application review will begin June 9, 2023 and will continue until position is filled. Applications should include: 
1. Cover letter 
2. Curriculum vitae 
3. Brief description of past research accomplishments and future research goals. 
4. Names and contact information of 3 references

Contact Dr. Robin Hopkins rhopkins@fas.harvard.edu with questions regarding the position or application process. 
 
For further information about the Hopkins lab visit http://hopkins-lab.org/. For further information about OEB visit http://www.oeb.harvard.edu. For further information about the Arnold Arboretum visit http://arboretum.harvard.edu/

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.