Post-Doctoral Opportunity

The Esbaugh lab at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute is seeking applicants for an 18-month post-doctoral position ($56,454/year). The position is funded through a Texas Gulf Coast Research Center grant that will explore the combined effects of temperature and hypoxia on the metabolism and respiratory performance of southern flounder, a popular sportfish in the Gulf of Mexico. Research efforts are directed at understanding what role, if any, ocean warming and hypoxia may play on the observed declines in southern flounder populations in the Gulf of Mexico. The successful candidate will be responsible for primary data collection, overseeing a research team including graduate students, technicians and undergraduates, and coordinating with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Ideally, candidates will have experience working with fish, performing respirometry based experiments and can start by March 2024 (start date negotiable). Any prior work in the fields of respiratory physiology, hypoxia or thermal biology will be considered an asset. Applicants cab contact Dr. Esbaugh directly at a.esbaugh@austin.utexas.edu.