PhD student in Biology, ecology
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Department of Ecology in Uppsala
1 PhD student in the research education subject: Biology, ecology
Occurrence of free-living lichen mycobionts and its implications
The Department of Ecology conduct empirical and theoretical research for sustainable forest and agricultural production and efficient biological conservation. Our research on populations, communities, and ecosystems forms the foundation for studying the influence of land use and climate change on animals, plants, and soils. Solutions are sought that will improve greenhouse gas balances, preserve threatened species, benefit biological diversity and ecosystem services, and control pests in forest and agricultural landscapes as well as in urban areas. Presently, about 40 PhD students work at our department. We are looking for a PhD student who will examine the biology of the ecological system we call lichens, focusing on the boreal forests in Sweden. Using state of the art molecular methods, including pyrosequencing, and statistical data analysis, you will investigate the possible occurrence of free-living, endosubstratic mycelia of lichen mycobionts in the Swedish forests and its implications for lichen conservation and the forest ecosystem.
Qualifications
You should hold a Master degree in Biology (or equivalent). Experience in molecular laboratory techniques, data analysis and a basic knowledge of lichen diversity would be advantageous. Proficiency in spoken and written English as well as good teamwork skills are essential. A current driving license is also a prerequisite.
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/en/education/postgraduate-studies/Use this APPLICATION FORM
http://epi-resurs.slu.se/Forskarutbildningsplatser/ansokningsblankett2_eng.docFurther information: Professor Göran Thor,
goran.thor@slu.se , tel. +46 (0)18 67 24 19. See also the home page of G. Thor at
http://www.ekol.slu.sePhD-student commissioner
Nina Almgren, 018-67 15 60,
doktorandombudsmannen@sluss.nuApplications, marked with ref no 355/2012, must have arrived at the Registrar of SLU, P.O. Box 7070, S- 750 07 Uppsala or
registrator@slu.se no later than 2012-03-12.
Publiceringsdatum2012-02-16Arbetstider och omfattningVisstidsanställning 6 månader eller längre
Heltid
Employment as PhD student 4 years
ErsättningFast lön
Så ansöker duAnge följande referens när du ansöker: SLU ua 355/2012
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Registrator@slu.seFöretagSveriges lantbruksuniversitet
AdressSveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Box 7070
75007 UPPSALA
KontaktuppgifterTelefonnummer: 018-671000
Jobbnummer 1161033
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