A PhD student position is available with a continuing project to study natural hybridization and introgression between Populus trichocarpa and Populus fremontii in California and Nevada. Next-generation sequencing and genotyping approaches will be used to investigate the causes and consequences of gene flow between the two species. Collaborative opportunities exist with the Canadian Forest Service for comparative analyses with the P. balsamifera and P. deltoides hybrid system, as well as other established research groups that work on Populus here in Umeå.
Knowledge of population genetics, evolutionary analyses, molecular methods and bioinformatics is highly desirable. Experience with fieldwork is an asset, but not a requirement. The successful applicant should possess creativity, autonomy and a dedicated team spirit. Excellent proficiency in English is required, as English is the working language in the research group and at the department. The anticipated start date is January 2012, although alternative dates can be negotiated.
A complete version of this announcement is available at http://www8.umu.se/umu/aktuellt/arkiv/lediga_tjanster/313-767-11.html#eng
Your application should include a short description of your research interests and why you are interested in the position, CV, certificates from higher education, copies of Bachelors/Masters thesis, and contact information for 3 references.
For more information, contact Stacey Lee Thompson, stacey.thompson@emg.umu.se
Your complete application, marked with reference number 313-767-11, should be sent to jobb@umu.se (state the reference number as subject) or to the Registrar, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden to arrive September 30, 2011 at the latest.
domingo, 25 de septiembre de 2011
PhD positions, Münster Graduate School of Evolution
The University of Münster invites applications from outstanding candidates for PhD positions within its "Münster Graduate School of Evolution" (MGSE) Initiative.
7 PhD positions (50% TV-L E13, 3 years) For Interdisciplinary Evolution Research in Biology, Medicine, Mathematics, or Philosophy within the "Münster Graduate School of Evolution" Initiative
We invite applications for PhD projects from all research areas of MGSE. In addition to their disciplinary focus, the proposed projects will have an interdisciplinary aspect. The PhD candidates will be members of a specific lab/group and will be co-supervised by one or two MGSE researchers from different disciplines. Project supervisors will also be open for proposals of new project ideas. The positions are to be filled as soon as possible.
Applicants must hold a Diploma/Master degree or an equivalent in a discipline related to the project. Interested candidates should submit their Curriculum Vitae, diploma/master thesis abstract, and references. In addition candidates should also provide a designation of the favoured project, as well as a description of their expectations and motivations to apply for an interdisciplinary programme.
This should be sent as a single PDF file to andreas.wessel@uni-muenster.de to arrive by *3^rd October 2011*.
The University of Münster is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.
For more information refer to the MGSE website (http://ieb.uni-muenster.de/mgsei/) or contact
Prof Joachim Kurtz
Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity, WWU Münster, Hüfferstraße 1,
D-48149, Germany
joachim.kurtz@uni-muenster.de
7 PhD positions (50% TV-L E13, 3 years) For Interdisciplinary Evolution Research in Biology, Medicine, Mathematics, or Philosophy within the "Münster Graduate School of Evolution" Initiative
We invite applications for PhD projects from all research areas of MGSE. In addition to their disciplinary focus, the proposed projects will have an interdisciplinary aspect. The PhD candidates will be members of a specific lab/group and will be co-supervised by one or two MGSE researchers from different disciplines. Project supervisors will also be open for proposals of new project ideas. The positions are to be filled as soon as possible.
Applicants must hold a Diploma/Master degree or an equivalent in a discipline related to the project. Interested candidates should submit their Curriculum Vitae, diploma/master thesis abstract, and references. In addition candidates should also provide a designation of the favoured project, as well as a description of their expectations and motivations to apply for an interdisciplinary programme.
This should be sent as a single PDF file to andreas.wessel@uni-muenster.de to arrive by *3^rd October 2011*.
The University of Münster is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.
For more information refer to the MGSE website (http://ieb.uni-muenster.de/mgsei/) or contact
Prof Joachim Kurtz
Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity, WWU Münster, Hüfferstraße 1,
D-48149, Germany
joachim.kurtz@uni-muenster.de
Ph.D. student with an interest in modeling coevolving species interactions, University of Idaho
Graduate Position in Coevolutionary Biology
The Nuismer lab at the University of Idaho is recruiting a Ph.D. student with an interest in modeling coevolving species interactions. This position is available starting in fall 2012 and will provide support in the form of a research assistantship for three years as part of a project funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The general goal of this project is to better understand how the number of traits involved in interactions between species influences the coevolutionary process. Although it is expected that a portion of the student's dissertation will be directly related to the objectives of the funded project, much flexibility exists with regard to additional dissertation projects that may be pursued. Although some background in mathematics and/or computation is desirable, any prospective student with an enthusiasm for learning new mathematical approaches to studying evolutionary biology is encouraged to apply.
Interested students should visit the Nuismer laboratory homepage (http://www.webpages.uidaho.edu/~snuismer/Nuismer_Lab/) for more information about ongoing research projects in the lab, and the Department of Biology and Graduate Program in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology at the University of Idaho.
If you are interested in this opportunity please send a CV and a statement outlining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies in coevolutionary biology.
Cheers,
Scott Nuismer
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Idaho
Moscow, Idaho 83844
http://www.webpages.uidaho.edu/~snuismer/Nuismer_Lab/
The Nuismer lab at the University of Idaho is recruiting a Ph.D. student with an interest in modeling coevolving species interactions. This position is available starting in fall 2012 and will provide support in the form of a research assistantship for three years as part of a project funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The general goal of this project is to better understand how the number of traits involved in interactions between species influences the coevolutionary process. Although it is expected that a portion of the student's dissertation will be directly related to the objectives of the funded project, much flexibility exists with regard to additional dissertation projects that may be pursued. Although some background in mathematics and/or computation is desirable, any prospective student with an enthusiasm for learning new mathematical approaches to studying evolutionary biology is encouraged to apply.
Interested students should visit the Nuismer laboratory homepage (http://www.webpages.uidaho.edu/~snuismer/Nuismer_Lab/) for more information about ongoing research projects in the lab, and the Department of Biology and Graduate Program in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology at the University of Idaho.
If you are interested in this opportunity please send a CV and a statement outlining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies in coevolutionary biology.
Cheers,
Scott Nuismer
Associate Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Idaho
Moscow, Idaho 83844
http://www.webpages.uidaho.edu/~snuismer/Nuismer_Lab/
PhD position in molluscan biomineralisation at the University of Goettingen, Germany
A 3 year PhD position is available within the Courant Research Centre Geobiology to work on the molecular mechanisms of shell formation in the freshwater gastropod Lymnaea stagnalis. The successful candidate will join a small but growing group that applies molecular techniques to study the processes of biomineralisation in various organisms. The project will involve the high-throughput identification and characterisation of shell forming genes and proteins in L. stagnalis.
Resources available for this project include a shallow draft genome of L. stagnalis, next generation EST datasets derived from various tissues (including the mantle) and a proteome dataset derived from the shell of L. stagnalis. Infrastructure includes an automated high throughput in situ detection system, real time qPCR machine, chemiluminescent detector and all the standard equipment for routine molecular techniques.
The applicant should have a degree within a field of molecular evolution or molecular biology, and be able to display relevant experience with molecular techniques (essential), and be familiar with various bioinformatic analyses (desirable).
All applications should include the following:
- a statement of research interests (or letter of motivation)
- copies of any relevant publications
- at least 1 letter of reference (preferably 2) and the corresponding
contact details of these referees.
Applications must be submitted before September 30, 2011 and should be emailed to Daniel Jackson (djackso(at)uni-goettingen.de). Informal enquiries are also welcome.
Junior Professor Daniel J. Jackson
Courant Research Centre Geobiology
Georg-August University of Göttingen
djackso@uni-goettingen.de
http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/102705.html
Resources available for this project include a shallow draft genome of L. stagnalis, next generation EST datasets derived from various tissues (including the mantle) and a proteome dataset derived from the shell of L. stagnalis. Infrastructure includes an automated high throughput in situ detection system, real time qPCR machine, chemiluminescent detector and all the standard equipment for routine molecular techniques.
The applicant should have a degree within a field of molecular evolution or molecular biology, and be able to display relevant experience with molecular techniques (essential), and be familiar with various bioinformatic analyses (desirable).
All applications should include the following:
- a statement of research interests (or letter of motivation)
- copies of any relevant publications
- at least 1 letter of reference (preferably 2) and the corresponding
contact details of these referees.
Applications must be submitted before September 30, 2011 and should be emailed to Daniel Jackson (djackso(at)uni-goettingen.de). Informal enquiries are also welcome.
Junior Professor Daniel J. Jackson
Courant Research Centre Geobiology
Georg-August University of Göttingen
djackso@uni-goettingen.de
http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/102705.html
Ph. D student to study biogeography of Caribbean arachnids, Univ Puerto Rico
We are a seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join our NSF-funded research team that is addressing fundamental evolutionary and biogeographic questions using Caribbean arachnids. The team includes researchers from the University of Puerto Rico, Lewis and Clark College, University of Kansas, and collaborators from multiple other institutions. The research will largely consist of comparative biogeographic analyses of Caribbean arachnids that represent a range of dispersal abilities and have fossil representation. The project involves field work every year for the next three years and includes a large number of Caribbean islands, as well as nearby continental landmasses. To learn more about the project please see: http://www.islandbiogeography.org/
The selected candidate will obtain his/her PhD from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras at the Agnarsson lab (http://www.theridiidae.com/), and have the opportunity to spend time at the Binford lab at Lewis and Clark
College (http://legacy.lclark.edu/~binford/) and/or the Selden lab at the
University of Kansas (http://homepage.mac.com/paulselden/Home/). The
candidate will also have an opportunity to collaborate with a range of world
taxonomic experts on various arachnids, and work at the Smithsonian
Institution, Washington DC to gather molecular data and secure tissue
samples for long term storage at the Global Genome Initiative facility. We
seek a candidate with strong previous research and fieldwork experience.
Knowledge of phylogenetic methods and molecular work is essential, and
research experience in the field of biogeography/phylogeography is highly
desirable. Experience with spiders and other arachnids is an asset, but not
necessary. The position is funded as a research assistant for a minimum of 3
years, starting as soon as possible. Additional years will be funded through
a graduate teaching assistantship at the University of Puerto Rico (one year
minimal teaching requirement). Please apply by sending your CV, including
the email addresses of two referees, and a letter of motivation to Ingi
Agnarsson (iagnarsson@gmail.com) by October 15, 2011. The selected candidate
will then need to apply to the doctoral program of the Department of
Biology, University of Puerto Rico (http://biology.uprrp.edu/), by December
15, 2011. Please direct questions to Ingi Agnarsson (iagnarsson@gmail.com)
or Greta Binford (binford@lclark.edu).
The selected candidate will obtain his/her PhD from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras at the Agnarsson lab (http://www.theridiidae.com/), and have the opportunity to spend time at the Binford lab at Lewis and Clark
College (http://legacy.lclark.edu/~binford/) and/or the Selden lab at the
University of Kansas (http://homepage.mac.com/paulselden/Home/). The
candidate will also have an opportunity to collaborate with a range of world
taxonomic experts on various arachnids, and work at the Smithsonian
Institution, Washington DC to gather molecular data and secure tissue
samples for long term storage at the Global Genome Initiative facility. We
seek a candidate with strong previous research and fieldwork experience.
Knowledge of phylogenetic methods and molecular work is essential, and
research experience in the field of biogeography/phylogeography is highly
desirable. Experience with spiders and other arachnids is an asset, but not
necessary. The position is funded as a research assistant for a minimum of 3
years, starting as soon as possible. Additional years will be funded through
a graduate teaching assistantship at the University of Puerto Rico (one year
minimal teaching requirement). Please apply by sending your CV, including
the email addresses of two referees, and a letter of motivation to Ingi
Agnarsson (iagnarsson@gmail.com) by October 15, 2011. The selected candidate
will then need to apply to the doctoral program of the Department of
Biology, University of Puerto Rico (http://biology.uprrp.edu/), by December
15, 2011. Please direct questions to Ingi Agnarsson (iagnarsson@gmail.com)
or Greta Binford (binford@lclark.edu).
PhD position in Duesseldorf, Germany: Plant evolutionary genetics
I am looking for a PhD candidate interested in plant evolutionary
genetics. In my lab, we are investigating the genetic basis for
symbiont recognition and discrimination in Lotus species. A PhD
position, funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG), is available
immediately to work on this project. This project has both
experimental and computational components and will involve functional
studies on plants (inoculations with bacteria and trans-gene
expression) and classical population genetics. Applicants should have
a Master's degree or equivalent in biology or a related field.
Previous laboratory experience and coursework in evolutionary biology
and genetics are desirable.
My lab has recently moved to Düsseldorf at Heinrich Heine University
(www.evol.bio.lmu.de/_rose/). Here you will have access to state-of-
the-art research facilities and the added benefit of joining the
newly established plant biology graduate program (http://www.igrad-
plant.uni-duesseldorf.de/Home). The working language of the research
group is English.
The closing date for applications is October 2, 2011, or when the
position is filled. Applicants should send a single PDF file
containing a statement of interest and previous research experience,
curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least two referees
to Laura.Rose@hhu.de
genetics. In my lab, we are investigating the genetic basis for
symbiont recognition and discrimination in Lotus species. A PhD
position, funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG), is available
immediately to work on this project. This project has both
experimental and computational components and will involve functional
studies on plants (inoculations with bacteria and trans-gene
expression) and classical population genetics. Applicants should have
a Master's degree or equivalent in biology or a related field.
Previous laboratory experience and coursework in evolutionary biology
and genetics are desirable.
My lab has recently moved to Düsseldorf at Heinrich Heine University
(www.evol.bio.lmu.de/_rose/). Here you will have access to state-of-
the-art research facilities and the added benefit of joining the
newly established plant biology graduate program (http://www.igrad-
plant.uni-duesseldorf.de/Home). The working language of the research
group is English.
The closing date for applications is October 2, 2011, or when the
position is filled. Applicants should send a single PDF file
containing a statement of interest and previous research experience,
curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least two referees
to Laura.Rose@hhu.de
PhD student. Washington State University, Plant Evolutionary Genetics
Washington State University, Plant Evolutionary Genetics The Busch lab at Washington State University is recruiting a Ph.D. student with broad interests in ecology and evolution. This student would begin in the fall of 2012 and be partially supported by a research assistantship that is part of a 5 year collaborative proposal funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
The research program will examine the breakdown of self-incompatibility, to determine the mode and tempo whereby this complex adaptation is lost in nature. This proposal is conducted in collaboration with the lab of Dr. Christopher Herlihy at Middle Tennessee State University, and focuses on the mustard species
Leavenworthia alabamica as a model.
The Ph.D. student will be supported for 2 years on a 12 month basis. During this time, the student will lead manipulative field experiments, oversee undergraduate researchers in the field, and use population-genetic techniques to estimate
parentage and gene flow. Work conducted during the RA appointment would be expected to be part of a larger body of dissertation work that is open to the student. I expect that the incoming Ph.D. student would have broad interests in the maintenance of genetic variation and be fascinated by ecological and evolutionary processes.
Interested students should see the Busch laboratory homepage (http://sbs.wsu.edu/faculty/?faculty/148) to read about the diversity of
research topics that are being investigated by lab members.
The Ph.D. student would also be guaranteed monetary support during the remainder of their dissertation by serving as a teaching assistant.
To learn more about graduate studies in the School of Biological Sciences at WSU, please read further on our website http://sbs.wsu.edu/grad-studies
If you are interested in this opportunity for RA support and studying floral evolution for your Ph.D., please send me a CV and a statement outlining your motivation to pursue graduate studies in ecology and evolution.
Sincerely,
Jeremiah W. Busch
jwbusch[at]wsu.edu
The research program will examine the breakdown of self-incompatibility, to determine the mode and tempo whereby this complex adaptation is lost in nature. This proposal is conducted in collaboration with the lab of Dr. Christopher Herlihy at Middle Tennessee State University, and focuses on the mustard species
Leavenworthia alabamica as a model.
The Ph.D. student will be supported for 2 years on a 12 month basis. During this time, the student will lead manipulative field experiments, oversee undergraduate researchers in the field, and use population-genetic techniques to estimate
parentage and gene flow. Work conducted during the RA appointment would be expected to be part of a larger body of dissertation work that is open to the student. I expect that the incoming Ph.D. student would have broad interests in the maintenance of genetic variation and be fascinated by ecological and evolutionary processes.
Interested students should see the Busch laboratory homepage (http://sbs.wsu.edu/faculty/?faculty/148) to read about the diversity of
research topics that are being investigated by lab members.
The Ph.D. student would also be guaranteed monetary support during the remainder of their dissertation by serving as a teaching assistant.
To learn more about graduate studies in the School of Biological Sciences at WSU, please read further on our website http://sbs.wsu.edu/grad-studies
If you are interested in this opportunity for RA support and studying floral evolution for your Ph.D., please send me a CV and a statement outlining your motivation to pursue graduate studies in ecology and evolution.
Sincerely,
Jeremiah W. Busch
jwbusch[at]wsu.edu
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