INTERNSHIP IN EVOLUTIONARY GENOMICS Barcelona Internship offered in the Evolutionary Genomics Group led by M.Mar Albà at IMIM-UPF in Barcelona (evolutionarygenomics.imim.es). The candidate will work on a project to identify and characterize recently emerged genes in mammalian genomes using deep transcriptomics RNA-Seq data. The applicant should have a strong interest in evolutionary biology and ideally some programming skills. A strong academic record is a must. The research period can be used to complete an MSc or BSc project. Possibility to continue with a PhD. The contract will initially be for 6 months but it could be extended for another 6 months if required. The expected starting date is any time between march and september 2014, brut salary 600-1000 euros per month depending on the candidate qualifications. To apply please send an expression of interest and CV to the group coordinator, M.Mar Albà, at [email protected]_ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Alexander Koenig Research Institute and Museum of Zoology (ZFMK), Bonn Curator for herpetology application deadline: 16.2.2014 The Alexander Koenig Research Institute and Museum of Zoology (ZFMK) in Bonn, Germany (zfmk.de), seeks to fill the position (full-time) of a Curator for herpetology The position is available by April 2014 for three years. Potential candidates will hold a PhD in zoology or related areas, have their research focus on systematics and biodiversity of reptiles, and present a substantial publication record in taxo-nomic, phylogenetic and other biosystematic research. The candidate is expected to work in these fields from a sound theoretical basis and be able to apply an array of appropriate modern methods. He/she should be able to combine collection-based work with field work, phylogenetic, biogeographic, and/or ecological approaches, and/or population genetics. The candidate is also expected to integrate into ongoing research projects at the ZFMK and teaching programmes in the University of Bonn and to be successful in raising external funds. The successful candidate will be active in research projects and will be responsible as a cura-tor for caring, managing and further increasing and developing the substantial, international-ly important reptile collections in the ZFMK. He/she will also be involved in the self-administration of the institute. The candidate is also expected to demonstrate commitment to community engagement in his/her field of research. The successful candidate will be employed for an initial period up to three years after gradu-ation (Ph.D.), after which he/she will obtain tenure depending on his/her performance. ZFMK values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. The University of Bonn is an equal opportunities employer. Preference will be given to suita-bly qualified women or persons with disabilities, all other considerations being equal. Salary corresponds to grade TV-L/13 in the German Public Service scheme. The ZFMK is a fellow institute of the Leibniz Association and works in close cooperation with the University of Bonn. It comprises internationally important scientific collections, libraries, electron microscopy, histological and molecular laboratories. Bonn is an attractive university town, widely recognized for its high quality of life, lively culture and arts scene, easy access to natural areas paired with close proximity to large cities like Cologne and Düsseldorf. Costs of living are moderate, and public transport or bicycle paths are easy transportation options. Interested applicants should submit a CV, complete publication record, a statement of teach-ing experience, research funding, visions for future research, copies of certificates of univer-sity degrees, and max. 5 selected publications in hard copies to the following address: Personalreferat, Zoologisches Forschungsmuseum Alexander Koenig, Adenauerallee 160, D-53113 Bonn, Germany, by February 16, 2014, index: 01/14/3.13 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Evolution of avian mating systems 6 month voluntary position at University of Bath (UK) and University of Groningen (Netherlands) We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated student interested in contributing to a large-scale comparative project of bird mating systems. This is an office-based work that would suit a recently graduated biology student with interest in social behaviour and/or in birds. The task is to populate a database on behaviour, ecology and environment of a large number of bird species using published and unpublished data sources. The ideal candidate will have a BSc, Diploma, MSc or PhD in zoology, evolutionary biology, behaviour or ecology. Experience with testing evolutionary hypotheses, data entering and statistical analyses is essential. Candidates with good working knowledge of R will be favoured. The position will be based at Bath or Groningen although for an exceptional student an off-campus location may be acceptable. This is a voluntary position and will not involve official affiliation to either university, nor will it pay salary. A monthly stipend of 800 Euros will be available for an exceptional candidate. The position is subject to 1 month probation period. Please send a 1 page cover letter, a short CV (max 3 pages), and the names of 2 referees to Joyce Rietveld (email: [email protected]). The application deadline is 15 February 2014, interviews will be in late February, and the position will start from 1 March 2014. Professor Tamas Szekely (Bath, [email protected]) and Professor Jan Komdeur (Groningen, [email protected]) --------------------------------------------------------------------- POSTDOC IN POPULATION AND STATISTICAL GENETICS, Pasteur Institute, Paris A postdoctoral position in population and statistical genomics funded by the European Science Foundation (ERC) is available in the Human Evolutionary Genetics Unit (Quintana-Murcis Lab), in the Department of Genomes and Genetics at Institut Pasteur in Paris. The lab combines large empirical datasets and computation approaches to study human population genomics and the human immune response, for more information see pasteur.fr/research/heg. Current work in the lab focuses on the genetic control of gene expression related to both mRNA and microRNA, using RNA-Seq, and immunity-related processes. The specific postdoctoral project will be focused on understanding genotype-by-infection interactions, through the detection of response eQTLs to various immune stimuli, in a large cohort of individuals of European- and African-descent sharing the same environment. Our lab benefits from the large and outstanding community of researchers in population genetics, microbiology, immunology and computational biology at the Institut Pasteur and Paris Universities, providing a working interdisciplinary research environment. Applicants must have a strong background in bioinformatics, including experience with genomic data analysis (especially RNA-Seq), and a desire to do research in human genomics and evolutionary biology. Skills in R programming and in workflow implementation (Perl/Shell scripting) are essential. Informal inquiries as well as applications (including a CV, copies of relevant publications and contact information for at least two references) should be emailed to Lluis Quintana-Murci at . The starting date can be any time but not later than June 2014. Lluis QUINTANA-MURCI Unit of Human Evolutionary Genetics, CNRS URA3012 Institut Pasteur 25, rue du Dr. Roux 75724 Paris Cedex 15 France Tel: +33 1 40 61 34 43 Fax: +33 1 45 68 87 27 e-mail: [email protected] Lab Website: pasteur.fr/research/heg ------------------------------------------------------------------- PhD position at the University of Stockholm (Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences) Topic: The ecology and evolution of plant-microbe-insect interactions Reference number SU FV-0118-14. Deadline for applications: February 9, 2014. Project description Plant-based food webs are well-known for their stunning species diversity and complexity. For example, several million insect species and a similarly large number of fungi, bacteria, nematodes and viruses interact with the worlds c. 300,000 plant species. Unfortunately, studies on terrestrial food webs are often hampered by the lack of interdisciplinary approaches. For example, while we know that insects interact with insects, and microbes with microbes, cross-kingdom interactions among plants, insects and microbes have only infrequently been explored. Nevertheless, recent evidence indicates that plant-microbe-insect interactions may be one of the major forces structuring the ecology and evolution of terrestrial plant-based communities. In this project, the PhD student can pursue multiple approaches (depending on skills and interest) to investigate the role of plant-microbe-insect interactions in structuring a plant-based communities. The student will start the project by using field observations and a large-scale greenhouse experiment to quantify the relevance of plant-microbe-insect interactions within a community context. Next, the student may apply molecular tools to reveal the underlying genetic and physiological mechanisms underlying plant-mediated insect-microbe interactions. Several other projects may be selected according to the interest of the student. The majority of the work will be on the food web surrounding Plantago lanceolata, but some questions may also be answered using the species-rich food web on the pedunculate oak (Quercus robur). For more information on the project and the application, see: su.se/english/about/vacancies/phd-studies/phd-position-in-ecology -1.163114 -- Dr Ayco Tack, MRG, Department of Biosciences, University of Helsinki, FI-00014 Helsinki, Finland Tel: +358 (0)45 1107855; plantmicrobeinsect https://tuhat.halvi.helsinki.fi/portal/en/person/tack helsinki.fi/foodwebs/Ayco.htm [email protected] ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Experimental Evolution in Drosophila A postdoctoral position is available at the Institute of Population Genetics, Vetmeduni Vienna (Austria). The research focus of the Institute of Population Genetics is on understanding the genetics of adaptation. This central question in evolutionary biology is being tackled using up-to-date methods and a variety of approaches, including experimental evolution, quantitative genetics, functional genetics, empirical population genetics, bioinformatics and statistics. The successful candidate will be part of a team of scientists studying adaptation of experimental Drosophila populations to temperature stress. Since our experimental evolution study is performed under controlled environmental conditions with a high level of replication we have a powerful system to successfully employ a combination of DNA sequencing, RNA-Seq and Chip-Seq to characterize the architecture of adaptation in an out-crossing species. With some of our populations having already evolved up to 100 generations, this project provides the opportunity to follow adaptive trajectories through time. We are looking for a candidate with a good quantitative training and experience in handling large data sets. A background in population genetics and/or experience with the analysis of RNA-Seq and Pool-Seq data are a bonus. The position is available from March 2014, but the exact starting date is negotiable. The application should be emailed to [email protected] as a single pdf containing CV, list of publications, a statement of research interests, and the names of three references with contact details. While the search will continue until the position is filled, applications should be received by 3. Feb. 2014 to ensure full consideration. Christian Schlötterer Institut für Populationsgenetik Vetmeduni Vienna Veterinärplatz 1 1210 Wien Austria/Europe phone: +43-1-25077-4300 fax: +43-1-25077-4390 i122server.vu-wien.ac.at/pop Vienna Graduate School of Population Genetics popgen-vienna.at -------------------------------------------------------------------- Scientific assistant position - Animal Behaviour application deadline: 10.3.2014 A scientific assistant position (Akademischer Rat auf Zeit, A13) is available in the Department of Animal Behaviour at Bielefeld University from May 1st 2014 or soon thereafter. The position is available for six (3+3) years at the German Civil Service Payment ScaleA13 (minimum salary after tax of 36000 € per annum) which is comparable to a Senior Lecturer/Reader salary in the UK. We seek a bright and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher who ideally has several years of postdoc experience in a relevant topic (e.g. animal behaviour, behavioural ecology, population ecology, evolutionary ecology). The scientific assistant will be responsible for developing his or her own research agenda while also significantly contributing to one of the three core model systems of the department (zebra finches in the lab, birds of prey in the field, sea lions and fur seals in the field). It is expected that he/she will be able to obtain significant third-party research funding. The ideal candidate will be able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. The teaching duties of a scientific assistant are 4 hours per week during semesters or 120 hours per annum. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the running of the Department of Animal Behaviour which is headed by Oliver Krüger and Joe Hoffman. The successful candidate will be based at the Department of Animal Behaviour at Bielefeld University (uni-bielefeld.de/biologie/animalbehaviour/home.html).The department is the oldest of its kind in Germany and currently hosts six principal investigators, seven postdocs and twenty PhD students. It offers a stimulating international environment and an excellent research infrastructure including a brand new molecular laboratory. The working language of the Department is English. Together with the Evolution and Animal Ecology research groups housed in the same building, there are some 50 scientists and PhD students from over ten different countries working on related topics in behaviour, ecology and evolution. Bielefeld is a city of 325,000 inhabitants with an attractive historical centre and easy access to the Teutoburger Wald for hiking and other outdoor pursuits. It offers a high standard of living and is well connected to most major European cities. To apply for the position, please provide: (i) a letter of motivation including a3-5-page statement of your research interests, how you would contribute to the core model systems in the department, relevant skills and experience; (ii) a CV including publication list; (iii) names and contact details of three referees willing to write confidential letters of recommendation. All materials should be emailed as a single PDF file to: [email protected]. The application deadline is March10th 2014 and interviews will take place in April 2014.The preferred start date is June 1st 2014 but is flexibleand will depend on the timeframe of the most qualified applicant. For further information, please see uni-bielefeld.de/biologie/animalbehaviour/home.html or contact Oliver Krüger via email ([email protected]) with any informal inquiries. The University of Bielefeld is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly welcome applications from women and handicapped people. Given equal suitability, qualifications and professional achievement, women or handicapped people will be given preference, unless particular circumstances apply. -------------------------------------------------------------------- PhD position available from *October 2014* Gene expression analysis in highly polyploid and hybrid sturgeons in the Laboratory of Fish Genetics, Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics (Libìchov), Czech Academy of Sciences, Charles University (Prague), Department of Zoology and Laboratory of Molecular, Cellular and Quantitative Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries and Protection of Water, University of South Bohemia (È.Budìjovice). *Project background*: Polyploidy is an extraordinarily important evolutionary mechanism contributing to huge biodiversity of contemporary fishes. Similarly, the ease with which polyploidy of various degrees occurs naturally or can be induced experimentally by means of different approaches, gives evidence for significance of this biological phenomenon associated with fish genome plasticity. However, there are only few phenomena in fish biology and genetics on which we have so incomplete, fragmentary and sometimes biased knowledge like on polyploidy of fish. Sturgeons (Acipenseridae) together with paddlefishes (Polyodontidae) are the oldest living group of actinopterygian fishes, living fossils which literally forgot to extinct. They diverged from the vertebrate phylogenic tree, similarly to gars after having passed two rounds of genome duplication. Chromosomes of these fish also do not exhibit, except for gars, similarity to those of other actinopterygians and chromosome numbers give evidence of the large role of polyploidization events when forming the genome of acipenserid fishes and karyological studies, flow cytometry and DNA content measurements distinguish 4 naturally existing ploidy levels: paleo4n, paleo8n, paleo9n and paleo12n species with ~120, ~240, ~270 and ~360 chromosomes, respectively. In this project we plan to investigate gene expression in sturgeons of different ploidy levels and also in interspecies hybrids with elevated ploidy levels using methods of RT-PCR, RNA FISH combined with DNA FISH and DNA/histone methylation status. This work will be performed in the context of genome size assessment (flow cytometry) and molecular cytogenetic karyotype descriptions. For more information, visit: iapg.cas.cz/uzfg/index.php?p=3Dsekce&site=3Ddefault&id=3D12 or email [email protected] *Eligibility*: We expect a motivated student with experience in ichthyology or cold-blooded vertebrates biology. The ideal candidate for this position is interested in molecular biology, genetics and evolutionary biology, and is willing to learn new methods. He/she must have finished the MSc (or equivalent) by September 2014 at the latest. *Time and place*: The student will work in the Laboratory of Fish Genetics, Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics, Czech Academy of Sciences in Libìchov (close to Mìlník), Czech Republic. Partly also in the Laboratory of Molecular, Cellular and Quantitative Genetics, Faculty of Fisheries and Water Protection, University of South Bohemia in Èeské Budìjovice. The position is available for up to four years, starting in October 2014. *Salary*: The PhD candidates net monthly income will start at 9.000 CZK/month netto and University scholarship (6.300 CZK/monthly in the first year) and may progressively increase with experience and achievements during the study. There will be a direct support from a new GA ÈR (Grant Agency, Czech Republic) project (living expenses in the Czech Republic are generally lower than in Western European countries). *Research team*: *dr. Radka Symonová* (Lab. of Fish Genetics in Libechov, Dept. of Zoology, Charles University, Prague) supervisor; *prof. Petr Ráb*(Lab. of Fish Genetics) co-supervisor; *prof. Martin Flaj¹hans* (Faculty of Fisheries and Water Protection, University of South Bohemia) co-supervisor. *How to apply*: If interested, please, send a letter of interest, CV, list of publication, title and abstract of Master/Diploma thesis, and contact details of 2-3 senior scientists for references on you in a single PDF file to *[email protected]* until February 28, 2014. iapg.cas.cz/uzfg/ Pre-selected candidates will be encouraged to submit an official application to the university. Mgr. Radka Symonová, Ph.D. E-mail: [email protected] Laboratory of Fish Genetics Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics Czech Academy of Sciences Rumburska 89 CZ - 277 21 Libechov Czech Republic Department of Zoology Charles University in Prague Faculty of Science Albertov 6, 128 43 Praha 2 natur.cuni.cz/en ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scientific project collaborator - Connectivity of fishes of the Southern Ocean University of Leuven, Department of Biology The Laboratory of Biodiversity and Evolutionary Genomics specialises in academic research on the evolutionary biology of fishes and their parasites. In a new research project the connectivity of Antarctic fishes of the genus Trematomus will be studied. Research topic The marine ecosystem of the Southern Ocean is to a large extent influenced by the dynamics of the physical environment and the life cycle of polar fishes is intimately linked to it. Especially larval survival plays a critical role. For example an extended larval stage increases the chances of predation and dispersal by the currents. Nevertheless, organisms manage to maintain their populations. This suggests that the life cycle is adapted to avoid predators and that larvae stay close to the spawning grounds through homing. Hypotheses on the connectivity dynamics of rock cods will be tested through a combination of genetic profiling and IBM models. During the first research year emphasis will be put on the collection of samples during polar expeditions. Later on the population structure will be analysed with species-specific genetic markers. To support the project we are looking for a period of 3 years for a scientific collaborator. Profile : - Master in Biology or Applied Biology with excellent study results - Obligation to prepare a doctorate - Interest in fish biology and polar ecosystems - Ready to participate in long sampling campaigns under extreme conditions - Experience or knowledge on molecular ecology and interest in modelling - You will apply for a national (IWT) fellowship in September 2014 Interested candidates are requested to submit their application (motivation letter, address of three referees, summary of master thesis and Curriculum Vitae) to the Arenberg Doctoral School phd.kuleuven.be/set/voorstellen_departement?departement=50000454 before 15/02/2014 Context: The doctoral research is done within the frame of the BELSPO project vERSO, in collaboration with Bruno Danis (ULB) and Anton Van de Putte (RBINS). The lab is based is in the pretty university town of Leuven, Belgium (leuven.be) and the project includes long trips to sea. Information: prof. Filip Volckaert, phone + 32 16 323966 or E-mail. [email protected]; URL: bio.kuleuven.be/eeb/lbeg. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Job announcement ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg PhD - Biodiversity research application deadline: not specified ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Doctoral Position Determinants of local biodiversity in amarine-terrestrial environment, Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg Within the project Biodiversity effects on ecosystem functioning across marine and terrestrial ecosystems (BEFmate) a cooperate project of the Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg and the Georg August University Göttingen Rationale The BEFmate project is a new biodiversity-ecosystem functioning experiment focusing on island colonization in the North Sea (Germany). We aim at understanding biodiversity-ecosystem function relationships acrossmarine and terrestrial ecosystems in space and time. We are seeking a motivated PhD student to join our research team working oneco-evolutionary dynamics using metagenomic approaches. The ideal candidate should havea background in Marine Ecology and Ecological Genetics/Genomics.Enthusiasm and fundamental interest in field work is required. Good English speaking and writing skills are essential. Efficient self-organization and being a team player are social prerequisites. The position is funded for three years, starting as soon as possible (from April, 1st, 2014; salary 65% TVL E13). We ask applicants to send a single PDF file containing their CV and letter of motivation as well as contact information of two references by e-mail to Helmut Hillebrand [email protected] and Gabriele Gerlach ([email protected]). The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg is an equal opportunity employer aiming to increase the proportion of female academic staff members. Therefore, we especially encourage women to apply. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Fully funded PhD scholarship on biodiversity response to climate change jointly at Centre for Ice and Climate (Niels Bohr Institute), and Center for Macroecology, Evolution and Climate (Natural History Museum of Denmark), University of Copenhagen, Denmark. A fully funded PhD scholarship is available for a joint project between the Centre for Ice and Climate (CIC) and the Center for Macroecology, Evolution and Climate (CMEC), two Danish National Research Foundation Centres of Excellence located at the Niels Bohr Institute and the Natural History Museum, respectively. Application deadline is January 31st, 2014. The successful candidate will be part of both centre teams, each consisting of about 50 people. CIC conducts ice core drilling through the Greenland ice sheet (e.g. the NGRIP and NEEM projects) and analysis of ice core and modelling data with the objective of understanding the governing processes of past and future climate. CMEC combines palaeo‐ and contemporary data on species genetics, abundances and distributions with simulation and process‐based models to understand the distribution of life through time and in light of climate changes. Applicants will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in a stimulating and interactive international environment and potentially to participate in field work. More information on the centres can be found at iceandclimate.dk and macroecology.ku.dk. The project The findings from ice cores and other palaeoclimate records show that climatic changes during the transition from the glacial period to the present interglacial were very abrupt. This challenges the current biological models on how species and populations have reacted to climate change. The project is in the interface between palaeoclimate research, marcoecology and evolution with the objective to combine climate data, climate model results, and macroecological models to reconstruct biodiversity change over time. We aim to combine models developed to study population genetics with species distribution models, allowing us to evaluate the robustness of the large scale models when natural adaptations that track environmental change are included. The project is highly interdisciplinary and applicants with a background in biology, physics, mathematics or geoscience will be considered. The position Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Academics Central organization. The salary depends on seniority, as agreed between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Currently, starting salaries are about 25,000 DKK (€ 3,330) per month for Ph.D. students ‐ plus full benefits including pension. The position is open for candidates of all nationalities. The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding society and encourage all qualified applicants regardless of personal background to apply for the position. Candidates without a MSc degree can apply for admission to the 4‐year MSc/PhD programme (see details at science.ku.dk/english/research/phd/studystructure/integratedphd/). Application Applications are only accepted electronically. The application management system can be accessed via iceandclimate.nbi.ku.dk/vacancies/. Please describe your research interests and make sure to include the following information either in the cover letter or as appendices: ‐ CV, including details on any modelling expertise and experience ‐ Evaluation of your master thesis or a statement from your master thesis supervisor in case the thesis has not been submitted yet, ‐ An official record of exam results, ‐ Indication of whether you apply for the 3‐year of 4‐year model, ‐ The proposed start time, and ‐ Names and contact information on preferably three scientific referees Language test results are not required at the time of application, but may be required at a later point. Applicants will not be informed of the identity of the other applicants. The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding society and encourage all qualified applicants regardless of personal background to apply for the position. Application deadline is January 31st, 2014. More information? Questions about the project can be directed to the centre leaders Dorthe Dahl‐Jensen (Centre for Ice and Climate, [email protected]) and Carsten Rahbek (Centre for Macroecology, Evolution and Climate, [email protected]). More general questions about the terms of employment or the application procedure can be directed to centre coordinator Sune Olander Rasmussen ([email protected]).
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