University of Groningen
(1,0 fte)
(Groningen), 38 hours per week
Job description
Function title: Three PhD positions in Evolutionary Biology
are available at the University of Groningen in the framework of an EU-funded Marie Curie Initial Training Network. The aim of this Network is to train nine young scientists to PhD level in the biological disciplines needed to understand the evolutionary origin of biological diversity. This understanding is critical to the proper management of biodiversity, especially at a time of rapid environmental change. Our approach is to select powerful model systems with which to investigate the process of speciation and related mechanisms and to apply modern techniques from quantitative and behavioural genetics, molecular ecology and environmental genomics. Students will receive advanced training through their projects, through institutional training programmes, through workshops and conferences organised by the Network and from visiting scientists. They will also be seconded to non-academic institutions that represent both end-users of our research and potential employers, including a commercial laboratory, a museum, a conservation organisation and a publisher.
Projects
The following positions are available: (1) Genetics and genomics of prezygotic isolation in Nasonia wasps, (2) The genetic basis of variation in reproductive diapause in Nasonia vitripennis, and (3) Modes of speciation and biodiversity patterns. The first two projects are embedded in the Evolutionary Genetics group and the third is embedded in the Theoretical Biology group. Both groups participate in the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies. The three projects are not open for students with the Dutch nationality. Dutch students are referred to the other six projects of the network (in the UK and in Finland). For more information see http://speciation.group.shef.ac.uk/itn
Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
Successful candidates have a masters or equivalent degree in biology with a strong interest in evolutionary biology and a background in genetics, evolutionary ecology, molecular biology and/or theoretical biology. Good proficiency of the English language is required. Candidates will enroll in the education and supervision program of the Groningen Graduate School of Science. Teaching duties of 25% of the time are foreseen.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Teaching & Research(Scientific discipline: Natural Sciences)
Organization
University of Groningen
Founded in 1614. One of the best universities in Europe and the world. A wide variety of disciplines. Internationally oriented. Rooted in the North of the Netherlands. Socially active. Our researchers and lecturers are inspired academics. Ambitious students. We respect the differences in talent, ambitions and performance of the 25.000 students and members of staff.
The university provides a career advisory service for partners of new staff who move to Groningen.
The university is an equal opportunities employer. Because women are still underrepresented in a number of fields, they are particularly encouraged to apply.
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Conditions of employment
Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 2558
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: Four years
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
The University of Groningen offers a salary of € 2000 gross per month in the first year up to a maximum of € 2558 gross per month in the final year. Objective of the temporary 4-year position is the production of a number of research articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals, which together will form the basis of a thesis leading to a PhD degree (dr.) at the University of Groningen. After the first year, there will be an evaluation as to the feasibility of successful completion of the PhD thesis within the next three years.
Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:
Prof. Leo Beukeboom, l.w.beukeboom@rug.nl or dr. Louis van de Zande (for the first two projects)
E-mail address: louis.van.de.zande@rug.nl
Or Prof. Franjo Weissing (for the third project)
E-mail address: f.j.weissing@rug.nl
Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:
You can apply for this job before 01-08-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:
University of Groningen
Personnel and Organization Office
P.O. Box 72
9700 AB Groningen
The Netherlands
E-mail: vmp@rug.nl
When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber AT208181-83.
(Groningen), 38 hours per week
Job description
Function title: Three PhD positions in Evolutionary Biology
are available at the University of Groningen in the framework of an EU-funded Marie Curie Initial Training Network. The aim of this Network is to train nine young scientists to PhD level in the biological disciplines needed to understand the evolutionary origin of biological diversity. This understanding is critical to the proper management of biodiversity, especially at a time of rapid environmental change. Our approach is to select powerful model systems with which to investigate the process of speciation and related mechanisms and to apply modern techniques from quantitative and behavioural genetics, molecular ecology and environmental genomics. Students will receive advanced training through their projects, through institutional training programmes, through workshops and conferences organised by the Network and from visiting scientists. They will also be seconded to non-academic institutions that represent both end-users of our research and potential employers, including a commercial laboratory, a museum, a conservation organisation and a publisher.
Projects
The following positions are available: (1) Genetics and genomics of prezygotic isolation in Nasonia wasps, (2) The genetic basis of variation in reproductive diapause in Nasonia vitripennis, and (3) Modes of speciation and biodiversity patterns. The first two projects are embedded in the Evolutionary Genetics group and the third is embedded in the Theoretical Biology group. Both groups participate in the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies. The three projects are not open for students with the Dutch nationality. Dutch students are referred to the other six projects of the network (in the UK and in Finland). For more information see http://speciation.group.shef.ac.uk/itn
Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
Successful candidates have a masters or equivalent degree in biology with a strong interest in evolutionary biology and a background in genetics, evolutionary ecology, molecular biology and/or theoretical biology. Good proficiency of the English language is required. Candidates will enroll in the education and supervision program of the Groningen Graduate School of Science. Teaching duties of 25% of the time are foreseen.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Teaching & Research(Scientific discipline: Natural Sciences)
Organization
University of Groningen
Founded in 1614. One of the best universities in Europe and the world. A wide variety of disciplines. Internationally oriented. Rooted in the North of the Netherlands. Socially active. Our researchers and lecturers are inspired academics. Ambitious students. We respect the differences in talent, ambitions and performance of the 25.000 students and members of staff.
The university provides a career advisory service for partners of new staff who move to Groningen.
The university is an equal opportunities employer. Because women are still underrepresented in a number of fields, they are particularly encouraged to apply.
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Conditions of employment
Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 2558
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: Four years
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
The University of Groningen offers a salary of € 2000 gross per month in the first year up to a maximum of € 2558 gross per month in the final year. Objective of the temporary 4-year position is the production of a number of research articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals, which together will form the basis of a thesis leading to a PhD degree (dr.) at the University of Groningen. After the first year, there will be an evaluation as to the feasibility of successful completion of the PhD thesis within the next three years.
Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:
Prof. Leo Beukeboom, l.w.beukeboom@rug.nl or dr. Louis van de Zande (for the first two projects)
E-mail address: louis.van.de.zande@rug.nl
Or Prof. Franjo Weissing (for the third project)
E-mail address: f.j.weissing@rug.nl
Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:
- About the organization (http://www.rug.nl)
- About the function (http://speciation.group.shef.ac.uk/itn/)
- About the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (CEES) (http://www.rug.nl/biol/cees)
- About the Evolutionary Genetics (http://www.rug.nl/biol/evogen)
You can apply for this job before 01-08-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:
University of Groningen
Personnel and Organization Office
P.O. Box 72
9700 AB Groningen
The Netherlands
E-mail: vmp@rug.nl
When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber AT208181-83.
