Molecular Ecologist, SUNY Oswego Aquatic Conservation (SOAC) Lab
This is a senior-level research role that provides scientific leadership for the lab’s environmental nucleic acid projects. The successful candidate will spearhead the design, validation, and application of novel eDNA/eRNA markers to address key conservation challenges.
Key Responsibilities: Lead projects from concept to publication, manage advanced molecular analyses (qPCR, dPCR, metabarcoding) and bioinformatics pipelines (DADA2, QIIME2), mentor lab personnel, and work closely with agency partners.
Required Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Molecular Ecology, Genetics, or a related field with significant hands-on lab experience and expertise in the eDNA/eRNA workflow.
Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D., a strong publication record, expertise in eRNA methods, and proficiency in R or Python.
Compensation: $60,000 – $90,000 annually, plus an excellent benefits package.
- Posted: October 22, 2025
- Job Type: Staff
- Application deadline: 11/30/2025
- Organization: SUNY Oswego Aquatic Conservation (SOAC) Lab
- How to apply: https://oswego.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=2F5C81D43DB018CAA0E331DD3629D52E?JOBID=193735
- Location: Oswego, NY
- Web address: https://oswego.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=2F5C81D43DB018CAA0E331DD3629D52E?JOBID=193735
Contact Information
Lyndsie Collis
SUNY Oswego
lyndsie.collis@oswego.edu