Visiting Postdoctoral Scholar Position: TIGS and UC, San Diego 2689 views

The Tata Institute for Genetics and Society (TIGS) in India, in association with UC, San Diego, USA invites applications for visiting postdoctoral scholar position in Ethics and Social Implications of Active Genetics. The project jointly administered by both institutes is focused on the Ethics and Social Implications of Active Genetics. “Active Genetics” refers to new advances in genetic tools, advances associated with more precise editing methods (e.g., through CRISPRCAS9) coupled with faster and more powerful ways of driving mutations through populations (commonly called a gene-drive).

Funding: fully-funded

Duration: 2 years

Study areas:

• Philosophy
• Bioethics
• Public health
• Sociology
• Science studies
• Anthropology

Requirements:

• The visiting postdoctoral training opportunities are open to PhD or equivalent candidates (< 3 years past PhD degree) in the relevant fields
• Candidates will complete 2 years of postdoctoral training at TIGS-UC San Diego, with the second year contingent upon acceptable performance in the first year.
• The selected postdoctoral scholars are required to be in residence for the entirety of two academic years. IPE and TIGS are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research and service.

Applications:

• Primary consideration will be given to applications submitted by December 1, 2018, but all applications will be considered until positions are filled.
• Applications to be submitted via online portal and must include:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
• Brief statement (1000 words maximum) summarizing the applicant’s intellectual interests, scholarly training, and research agenda as these relate to Ethics and Implications of Active Genetics
• Copies of no more than two representative publications or dissertation chapters
• Two letters of recommendation