Postdoc position on genomic adaptation in fish
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Hälsoskyddsjobb / Ekerö
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hela Sverige Do you want to work in an inspiring environment and contribute to the sustainable use of our oceans, lakes and watercourses? We at the Department of Aquatic resources (SLU Aqua) are passionate about our vision "Viable fish stocks in healthy waters ". We 're expanding, searching for employees who want to develop themselves and make a difference together with us.
The Department of Aquatic Resources conducts environmental monitoring and assessment, consulting, research and education in aquatic ecology with focus on fish and shellfish. The department is SLU's largest and has more than 180 employees at three main locations: Lysekil, Öregrund and Stockholm (Drottningholm), as well as four field stations.
The department is highly focused on data collection and analysis of fish, fisheries and ecosystems, and is characterized by intensive collaborations with industry, public agencies and NGO:s. This creates a vital research environment and gives us unique opportunities to develop knowledge with high societal impact.
We look forward to receiving your application
For more information about the department:
https://www.slu.se/en/departments/aquatic-resources1/ Postdoc position on genomic adaptation in fish
This postdoctoral position focuses on genomics of parasitic disease in salmonid fish and/or molecular mechanisms of humic substance-driven (darkwater) adaptation in perch. We will combine whole genome and transcriptome sequencing, measurements of ecologically relevant phenotypic variation and whole organism performance within common-garden framework. The post-doctoral fellow will help analyse already available whole genome data and support ongoing work on common garden experiments. The work will be done in Prof. Anti Vasemägi research group at the Institute of Freshwater Research, Department of Aquatic Resources, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. The research with Vasemägi group focuses on understanding the relationships between genotype and phenotype, genetic basis of adaptation and how contemporary natural- and human-induced selection works on ecological time-scales.
Duties:
You will be part of our team working with molecular ecology and population genomics of aquatic organisms. You will carry out bioinformatic analysis of next-generation sequencing data (RADseq, WGS, CNV), population genetic analyses and laboratory work. The principal responsibilities include phenotyping, sample collection, DNA extraction, library preparation, bioinformatics analyses of next-generation sequencing data, writing manuscripts and keeping detailed notes and logs of the analyses. You will participate in small projects that may or may not be directly related research, but aid in other's projects in the group and help generate pilot data for future grant submissions. This may also include mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, as well as assisting other lab/community members.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate having a PhD degree in bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, genomics, or closely related field of research. Applicants with strong background in next generation sequencing data analysis, transcriptomics, population genomics and/or host-parasite interactions as demonstrated by publications in relevant fields will be higher ranked than those not having this background. In addition, it is desirable that candidates are familiar with one or more programming languages (such as Python, Perl, or R). Applicants must be proficient in written and oral English and have excellent communication skills. Candidates are also expected to be able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. After the qualification requirements, emphasis will be placed on personal qualities and personal suitability.
Specific documents attached: Applications must contain (1) CV and copy of PhD diploma, (2) statement of scientific interests and motivation for applying to this position, (3) description of research experience and other activities of relevance for the position, as well as (4) contact information of at least two references.
The position is intended for junior scientists and we are preferably looking for applicants that have received their PhD not later than three years ago.
Place of work:
Drottningholm
Form of employment:
Temporary employment, 24 months
Extent:
100%
Starting date:
According to agreement, the position is immediately available.
Application:
We welcome your application no later than 2020-01-25, use the button below.
Academic union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) develops the understanding and sustainable use and management of biological natural resources. The university ranks well internationally within its subject areas. SLU is a research-intensive university that also offers unique degree programmes in for example rural development and natural resource management, environmental economics, animal science and landscape architecture.
SLU has just over 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and a turnover of SEK 3 billion. The university has invested heavily in a modern, attractive environment on its campuses in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala.
www.slu.se SLU is an equal opportunity employer.
Varaktighet, arbetstid
Temporary employment, 24 months Ej specificerat
Publiceringsdatum2019-12-06ErsättningFast lön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2020-01-25
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Arbetsgivare Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (org.nr 202100-2817),
http://www.slu.se Arbetsplats Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Jobbnummer 4989984
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