Open Positions
The David Lab is seeking a Research Technician II to join our team of scientists developing and using new DNA-sequencing tools to study diet and the gut microbiome. We are particularly interested in creating new ways to measure and analyze food intake, which is essential for monitoring and improving human health. Our techniques generate objective data on intakes of more than 450 plant and animal species, robust to differences in memory/recall, and standardized across languages and cultures using the universal language of DNA.
This position is suited for individuals who thrive in an in-person work environment, requiring high precision and efficiency in laboratory tasks and a mindset geared towards continuous learning and improvement. The RTII will run day-to-day molecular workflows that move samples from receipt to clean, analyzable sequencing libraries. The RTII will also help standardize procedures, maintain inventory and equipment, and train student assistant to ensure reliable throughput across multiple projects.
The David Lab is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to join an established research group developing and applying DNA sequencing and computational approaches to understand the interconnections between nutrition, health, food systems, and society. Our lab has pioneered genomics techniques that objectively track dietary intake across hundreds of plant and animal species, generating standardized data that works effectively across diverse languages and cultural contexts while eliminating traditional barriers of recall bias.
We are particularly interested in a candidate who could contribute to either or both of these research directions:
Expanding a major initiative to analyze global dietary patterns through DNA sequencing of biospecimens, building on our lab's established methodologies and international collaborations.
Developing novel computational tools that use recent advances in artificial intelligence to automate and enhance bioinformatic analyses.
Our lab emphasizes individualized mentorship, with regular one-on-one guidance from Dr. David in manuscript and grant writing. Successful candidates will have opportunities to mentor graduate students and develop independent research directions that can seed future independent positions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate intellectual creativity, scientific rigor, and enthusiasm for collaborative research. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive research environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.