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PhD Scholarship in Genetic Analysis of Archived Tissue Collections from Fish, Denmark

/ March 8, 2011 Leave a Comment

Archived historical material from fish in the form of scales and otoliths is found in many research institutions across the Nordic countries. Such population samples constitute a unique source of DNA for conducting retrospective analysis of genetic changes over time. They allow identification of historical changes in the distribution, migration and abundance of fish populations, as well as temporal evolutionary changes within populations in response to environmental change. This project aims at performing genetic/genomic analysis on historical collections of cod and potentially other fish species from several Nordic populations in order to estimate the temporal stability of population structure as well as adaptive micro-evolution in relation to climatic variation. The insights on relationships between population structure, evolution and climate should be used in conjunction with forecasting models of environmental change in order to predict future distribution and abundance of fish populations. The project is part of a Nordic Centre of Excellence and will include collaboration with and visits to research institutions in Norway and Greenland.

Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who has:
* Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree, or equivalent, in Population- or Evolutionary Genetics
* Previous experience with molecular genetic analysis
* Proficiency in written and spoken English
* Keen interest in research and a wish to work in the field of population genetics and evolution of aquatic organisms

Scholarship Application Deadline:30-03-2011

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Filed Under: Doctorate Degree, Medical Science, Physical Science Tags: , , , , , , ,

2 PhD Positions in Evolutionary Ecology of Host-Microbiota Interactions, Switzerland

/ January 12, 2011 Leave a Comment

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an interest in evolutionary and microbial genomics, metagenomics and microbiota community structure. Knowledge in any of the following fields is helpful: microbiology, bio-informatics, population genetics, experimental evolutionary ecology, metagenomics and evolutionary genomics. The positions are funded to work on the functional aspects of host-microbiome interactions in Daphnia. The suggested methodology includes comparative meta-genomics, experimental studies of hostmicrobe/ microbiota interactions, QTL typing, and population surveys. Previous experience with Daphnia is not required, but excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, good work ethics, and the ability to think creatively and critically are desired. The working language at the institute is English. Starting dates are flexible, from April 2011 onwards. Please send your application by E-mail to Dieter Ebert (dieter.ebert-at-unibas.ch). Applications should include a single pdf-file containing CV, a list of publications (if any) and a 1 page description of your research interests and motivation. Please give names and email addresses of two persons who are willing to write a letter of recommendation.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 20 January 2011
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Filed Under: Doctorate Degree, Physical Science, Post Doctoral Tags: , , , , , ,

2 Postdoctoral Positions in Evolutionary Microbial (Meta-)Genomics, Switzerland

/ January 11, 2011 Leave a Comment

This fellowship is available in the research group of Dieter Ebert (University of Basel, Switzerland). The research group has an emphasis on the evolution and genetics of host-symbiont interactions

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an interest in evolutionary and microbial genomics, metagenomics and microbiota community structure. A background in any of the following fields is desired: microbiology, bio-informatics,
population genetics, experimental evolutionary ecology, metagenomics and evolutionary genomics. The positions are funded to work on the population structure and functional aspects of host-microbiome interactions in Daphnia. The suggested methodology includes metagenome approaches, comparative metagenomics, experimental studies of host-microbe interactions, QTL typing, and population surveys. Previous experience with Daphnia is not required, but excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, good work ethics, and the ability to think creatively and critically are desired. The working language at the institute is English. Starting dates are flexible, from April 2011 onwards. Positions are funded for 3 years with a 1 year trial period.
Fellowship Application Deadline: 20 January 2011
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Filed Under: Arts & Administration, Information Technology, Physical Science, Post Doctoral, Social Science Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
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