PhD student in animal science, molecular genetic
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Biologjobb / Uppsala
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Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics in Ultuna
1 PhD student in the research education subject: Animal science,molecular genetics
Development and use of methods, algorithms and tools for functional evaluation of DNA variation related to growth in chicken
We are looking for a PhD-student to join our young and growing group. We provide a supportive environment and strongly believe in an interdisciplinary approach, so we encourage applicants with a non-standard background to apply. We are based in Uppsala at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and also have links with Uppsala University. More information about our group is available at
http://www.computationalgenetics.se and
http://www.lcb.uu.se . Empirical data from experimental chicken populations characterised phenotypically and genetically (e.g. genome resequencing and high-density genotyping) will be available for this PhD study. Identification of mutations, pathways and genetic interactions underlying complex traits can improve our biochemical understanding and could be highly valuable for human medicine, agriculture and other areas of biology. This project aims to develop and use computational methods, algorithms and tools for functional evaluation of genetic variation located within identified quantitative trait loci. A good general understanding of molecular biology, programming skills and efficient utilisation of available bioinformatic resources are crucial components in this process.
Qualifications
A successful applicant should have relevant scientific education, be highly motivated for research and have an interest in molecular, quantitative and computational genetics. A strong mathematical / statistical background and programming experience are advantageous.
Forms for funding or employment
Employment as PhD student 4 years
SLU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A person has basic eligibility for third level education if he or she has taken a second level qualification or has completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, including at least 60 higher education credits at second level.
Those who met the requirements for general eligibility before July 1st, 2007, i.e. had completed a programme of higher education for at least 180 Higher education credits or the equivalent, will continue to do so until the end of 2015."
Selection among applicants meeting the requirements is made with reference to written application including curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and transcripts of academic records, one copy of the dissertation for masters or undergraduate degree, a list of at least two references familiar with the applicant's qualifications, certified knowledge of the English language and an interview.
Read more about the PhD education in the Handbook for postgraduate students
Read about the PhD education at SLU at
www.slu.se/PhDUse this APPLICATION FORM
http://www.slu.se/UserFiles/File/ansokningsblankett2_eng.docFurther information: Örjan Carlborg (
Orjan.Carlborg@hgen.slu.se , +46-18-672001) or Stefan Marklund (
Stefan.Marklund@hgen.slu.se , +46-18-672004)
Academic union representatives
Lars Eriksson, SACO, +46 (0)18 673 137
Monica Östman, ST, +46 (0)18 671 536
Academic union representatives
SACO: Anna Wallenbeck (
Anna.Wallenbeck@hgen.slu.se , +46-18- 674504)
PhD-student commissioner
Monika Appel, 018-67 15 60,
doktorandombudsmannen@sluss.nuFor a complete advt: personal.slu.se/job
Publiceringsdatum2009-04-07Arbetstider och omfattningVisstidsanställning 6 månader eller längre
Heltid
Max. four years of full time studies
ErsättningFast lön
Så ansöker duAnge följande referens när du ansöker: 861/09
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