Stilling:
Phd fellowship within evolutionary genomics
Applicationdeadline: 06.02.2019
About the position
A PhD fellowship is available at the Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture, Nord University (Bodø, Norway) on the project: Lack of pelvic spines in three-spine sticklebacks populations - an evolutionary genomics approach.
The position is for 3 years and will be available from 1st March 2019.
Evolutionary and ecological theory suggest that three-spine sticklebacks have evolved two lateral pelvic spines - in addition to three dorsal spines - to protect them against gape-limited predators. In contrast, sticklebacks in some populations lack the pelvic spines despite being sympatric with such predators. This project will use an evolutionary genomic approach to examine the regulatory genetic loci for development of the spines, in order to explain the evolution of spineless three-spine sticklebacks.
Qualification requirements
We are looking for a motivated student holding a Master in biology, evolution, ecology, molecular biology or related disciplines. Experience from aquatic ecology and field work, DNA-sequencing, and basic knowledge in bioinformatics and statistics is an advantage. Good communication skills in spoken and written English are necessary as are good team spirit with the ability to solve challenges independently. The candidate must be able to carry out both field- and lab-work.
The grades at the qualifying MSc examination need to be C or better (ECTS scale from A-E) to be admitted to the program.
Proficiency in oral and written English must be documented either by the Norwegian Higher Education Entrance Qualification or internationally recognised certificates, such as TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL or similar. Skills in Scandinavian language is an advantage for the position.
The selected candidate will join the PhD programme in Aquatic Biosciences at Nord University and is expected to complete a doctoratewithin the three-year project period. The candidate should fulfill the admission requirements of this PhD programme at the Faculty ofBiosciences and Aquaculture and participate in the training components stipulated in regulations of the PhD program. Application for admissionto the programme must be submitted within three months after taking up the position. For admission requirements and regulations, see our seeour web page.
We offer
The annual salary for doctoral researchers is set from wage level 51 ( 449.400) in the Norwegian State Salary Scale.
- Advantages within the Government Pension Fund for borrowing, insurance and pension.
- Creative and collegial working environment
- A workplace with steady progressive development
- Flexible working hours
- Active university sports team
General information
The person who is appointed must abide by the applicable laws, agreements, and directives. The responsibilities and duties associated with the position may change with future reorganization at Nord University.
The public sector workforce is expected to reflect the diversity of the population in general. Nord University therefore encourages qualified candidates with disabilities, gaps in their CV, immigrant backgrounds or different life experience to apply. Nord University practices moderate allocation according to gender quotas in accordance with the Basic Agreement for State Employees.
If applicants indicate they have disabilities or gaps in their CV, their details may be used anonymously for the purposes of recording whether this target is achieved or not.
Contact information
Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting :
- Professor Jarle Tryti Nordeide, e-mail: jarle.t.nordeide@nord.no, telephone: +47 75 51 73 31
- Office Manager Irene Stork, e-mail: irene.stork@nord.no
Application
Applications must be submitted electronically by 06.02.2019.
The application should include:
- Cover letter outlining the candidate’s suitability for this position (one page), and a project outline based on the project (maximum2 pages) must be submitted.
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications (maximum 3 pages)
- Certified copies of academic degree transcripts and any other relevant qualifications
- Contact details for 2 - 3 references
- All documents must be uploaded as attachments to the electronic application form.It is the applicant's responsibility to submitthe complete documentation within the deadline.
- Signed consent form PhD (if relevant)
All documents must be uploaded as attachments to the electronic application form. It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the complete documentation within the deadline.
After the application deadline, an applicant list will be announced publicly. Applicants asking for confidentiality must specifically explain the reasons for this in their application. Even so, the information can be published if the reasons for confidentiality are not found relevant. In such the case, an applicant will be given notice prior to the announcement, and he/she will have opportunity to withdraw the application
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Applicationdeadline: 06.02.2019
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