research fellow position in Patek Lab- UMASS Amherst

The Patek Lab is conducting a search for a laboratory manager to assist in all aspects oflaboratory experiments and day-to-day operations. Research in the Patek Lab probes theinterface between physics and biology by studying the evolution of fast animal movement andcommunication. We examine systems such as jaw-jumping ants, sound-producing spinylobsters and hammering mantis shrimp using tools ranging from bioacoustics andphylogenetics to high speed videography and materials testing. The Patek Lab is a member ofthe Biology Department and the Organismic and Evolutionary Biology graduate program at theUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst. For more information, visit:http://imladris.bio.umass.edu/biology/pateklab/home

Salary and work hours:40 hrs/wk, salary commensurate with experienceHealth insurance coverage provided for the Research Fellow only

Application deadline and materialsReview of applications will begin on May 4, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Thisposition will begin at the start of the fall semester 2010 and end approximately May 31, 2011with the possibility of extension contingent on job performance and availability of funding. Tobe considered for the position, applications should reference search number R38401 and besent to Lisa Barry via email (lisab@bio.umass.edu) and include the following materials:1) Cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and how it relates to your futurecareer goals2) Resume or CV3) Three letters of reference

Examples of duties:- Assist with ongoing research projects including biomechanical measurements, materialstesting, fluid dynamics, acoustic communication, and evolutionary analyses.- Assist with lab management, including working with and caring for crustaceans and otherarthropods, collecting and analyzing data, entering and organizing data, maintaining anddeveloping website materials, preparing tabular and graphical information for reports andpublications, maintaining computer resources.- Provide general assistance, including photocopying, library searches, database management,running errands.- Assist with supervising laboratory experiments and training lab members.- Conduct field research in marine habitats, possibly using snorkeling or SCUBA diving.

Minimum qualifications:

• BS/BA in Biology, Biological Engineering or related fields Formal coursework in biology, calculus and physics
• Experience in at least TWO of the following areas: engineering, physics, biomechanics,evolutionary/functional morphology, animal behavior, acoustics, or marine animal care
• Previous undergraduate-level research experience and an interest in pursuing new researchskills at a graduate level
• Applicant must be dependable, organized, and motivated
• Strong computing skills are needed, including basic computer programming (or a stronginterest in learning how to program), word processing, spreadsheet use.
• Experience in Matlab programming is preferred.

  The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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