Req #: 242974 Department: SCHOOL OF AQUATIC AND FISHERY SCIENCES Appointing Department Web Address: https://faculty.washington.edu/sr320 Posting Date: 01/30/2025 Closing Info: Closes On 02/06/2025 Salary: $7,466 - $10,500 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701\_a11y.pdf) As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. The purpose of the research projects supported by this position is to enhance our understanding of how marine organisms and ecosystems respond to environmental and aquaculture-related stressors. The ultimate goal is to promote sustainability and resilience in marine environments by uncovering the molecular and physiological mechanisms that underpin resilience to challenges such as climate change, ocean acidification, pathogen exposure, and environmental fluctuations. By identifying resilience and vulnerability biomarkers, the research strives to deliver practical tools and strategies for advancing aquaculture practices, conserving marine biodiversity, and supporting sustainable fisheries management. These projects emphasize contributing to and improving public genomic databases, ensuring data from oysters and other marine species are well-documented, interoperable, and available for global research initiatives. Through multi-omics approaches, computational analyses, and collaborative methodologies, the work aims to translate scientific discoveries into practical solutions that tackle critical environmental and aquaculture challenges. This research contributes significantly to preserving marine ecosystems and resources while fostering innovation in biotechnology, aquaculture genomics, and environmental science. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** **Management of Research and Data Analysis (35%)** Lead advanced data analyses using bioinformatics tools, machine learning approaches, and statistical methodologies to interpret complex genomic, transcriptomic, and environmental datasets. Independently design and execute research workflows to identify patterns and biological pathways related to stress responses and resilience in oysters and other aquaculture-relevant species. Employ innovative approaches to data visualization to communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences. Manage large-scale datasets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. Develop and implement data storage and organization strategies that prioritize accessibility and adherence to FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles. Curate high-quality datasets for contribution to public genomic repositories, advancing the broader scientific community’s research capabilities. **Communication Strategy and Planning (30%)** Independently design, plan, and coordinate multidisciplinary research projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Serve as a key resource for research design, identifying and addressing challenges, and driving projects to completion. Collaborate with a diverse team of researchers, stakeholders, and partners, fostering strong communication and alignment of goals. Act as a liaison with funding agencies, industry partners, and collaborators, effectively communicating research progress, outcomes, and future directions. Contribute to identifying grant opportunities and preparing competitive proposals that align with research goals and institutional priorities. **Scientific Writing and Documentation (20%)** Draft, revise, and finalize high-quality scientific manuscripts, grant proposals, and technical reports. Translate complex bioinformatics and genomic findings into accessible language for scientific and general audiences, emphasizing clarity and impact. Prepare detailed documentation of experimental protocols, data analyses, and results for publication in peer-reviewed journals and inclusion in grant submissions. Engage in thought leadership by contributing review articles and advancing discussions on oyster genomics and aquaculture sustainability. **Presentation of Research (15%)** Develop and deliver compelling presentations of research findings to scientific, industry, and public audiences. Create visually engaging materials for conferences, workshops, and seminars, distilling complex concepts into accessible formats. Represent the research group in external forums, fostering recognition of the program’s contributions and building relationships within the scientific and broader stakeholder communities. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** Master’s degree in Marine Biology and four years of experience in experimental studies on coral early life stages, interdisciplinary collaboration, and publishing; OR Equivalent combination of education/experience. **Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.** **ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS** **Knowledge** • Marine Genomics and Molecular Biology: Expertise in analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic data, particularly in marine organisms, to study resilience mechanisms and environmental responses. • Environmental and Climate Resilience Science: In-depth understanding of the impacts of climate change, ocean acidification, and other stressors on marine ecosystems and aquaculture species. • Biotechnology and Diagnostics: Proficiency in developing molecular tools, such as CRISPR-based and LAMP diagnostics, for applications in environmental monitoring and aquaculture biosecurity. • Multi-Omics Integration: Advanced knowledge of ‘omics’ techniques (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) and their application in biomarker discovery and systems biology. • Bioinformatics and Data Analysis: Strong background in computational tools, including statistical modeling, machine learning, and network analysis for interpreting complex biological datasets. • Aquaculture and Fisheries Science: Familiarity with sustainable aquaculture practices, fisheries management, and marine conservation strategies. **Skills** • Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building and maintaining partnerships with academic, government, non-profit, and industry collaborators. • Technical Proficiency: Expertise in programming languages and platforms such as Python, R, Bash, GitHub, and high-performance computing environments. • Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare grant proposals, publish peer-reviewed research, and present findings to diverse audiences. • Mentorship and Team Development: Demonstrated success in mentoring students and junior researchers and fostering an inclusive and productive team environment. **Abilities** • Problem-Solving: Ability to address complex research questions by integrating interdisciplinary methods and data. • Innovation: Capacity to develop novel approaches and tools for studying and monitoring marine ecosystems. • Strategic Planning: Skill in setting long-term research goals and aligning project activities with organizational and stakeholder objectives. • Adaptability: Competence in working in dynamic environments with evolving scientific priorities and emerging technologies. • Project Execution: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and delivering impactful results. • This combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities ensures the successful execution of cutting-edge research that advances our understanding of marine resilience and supports the development of solutions to environmental and sustainability challenges. **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS** Doctoral Degree in Biology **Desirable Knowledge** • Marine Microbiomes and Host-Microbe Interactions: Understanding the role of microbiomes in organismal and ecosystem health, particularly in marine environments. • Epigenetics and Environmental Plasticity: Familiarity with epigenetic mechanisms, such as DNA methylation, that contribute to organismal adaptation to environmental stressors. • Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs): Knowledge of the biology, detection, and management of HAB species and their impact on marine ecosystems and aquaculture. • Oceanographic Processes: Awareness of physical and chemical oceanographic principles relevant to marine organismal research. • Policy and Regulation: Understanding of marine conservation policies, aquaculture regulations, and sustainability certifications. **Desirable Skills** • Grant Writing Excellence: Proven track record in securing large-scale, competitive funding from federal and private sources. • Cross-Disciplinary Communication: Ability to effectively communicate complex scientific findings to non-specialist audiences, including policymakers, educators, and industry stakeholders. • Workshop and Training Development: Experience designing and delivering professional training, workshops, or educational programs for diverse audiences. • Advanced Bioinformatics Techniques: Skills in emerging areas such as single-cell sequencing, machine learning applications, or systems-level modeling in marine biology. • Leadership in Outreach: Experience leading initiatives in science communication, public outreach, or diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in STEM fields. **Desirable Abilities** • Conflict Resolution: Proficiency in fostering team harmony and resolving disputes effectively in diverse, interdisciplinary teams. • Adaptation to Emerging Technologies: Quick adoption and application of new laboratory and computational technologies. • Fieldwork and Hands-On Research: Willingness and ability to participate in field-based research and environmental monitoring, often in remote or challenging conditions. • These desirable qualifications provide the potential to enhance job performance by broadening the scope and impact of the research, improving stakeholder engagement, and fostering innovative solutions to global challenges in marine sustainability. **Application Process:** The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.