POSTDOCTORAL & PHD POSITION IN Ornithology (blue tits) (Germany)

Application deadline: 04.11.2013
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Postdoctoral research position on parental care in blue tits at the Max
Planck Institute for Ornithology

The department Behavioural Ecology & Evolutionary Genetics at the Max
Planck Institute for Ornithology in Seewiesen is looking for a
postdoctoral researcher to explore parental care patterns in a
population of blue tits (_Cyanistes caeruleus_). The project is part of
a long-term study on the breeding ecology and mating behaviour of blue
tits. The focus of this project will be the analysis of spatiotemporal
variation in parental care using a unique dataset where parental
behaviour has been monitored extensively since 2008 using RFID
technology (“smart nestboxes”).

The position is funded for the duration of 2 years. The position
requires no teaching, but the postdoc is expected to assist with
supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. The postdoc may also
participate in ongoing field work with the option to develop a
field-based project.

A Phd in behavioural or evolutionary ecology and strong quantitative
skills are required. We are looking for someone who enjoys analyzing
large and complex datasets. Major aspects of the work will include the
development of algorithms for extraction, organization and processing of
raw data, application of an array of statistical tools, and
investigating spatial and temporal data structure. The position requires
the ability to work autonomously in a structured and effective manner
and good oral and written communication skills. Experience with
fieldwork on birds and with research on parental care is a bonus.
Preference will be given to applicants that have recently finished their
PhD and that have a strong publication record given their career stage.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant, international group of
researchers at an institute focused on research on birds. We provide a
supportive research environment with excellent facilities. Working
language is English.

To apply, please send a CV, including a list of publications, a
statement summarizing your qualifications and indicating why you are
interested in the position, and names and contact details of 2-3
references to Carmen Dobus, cdobus@orn.mpg.de. Applications will be
reviewed starting November 4th and will continue until the position is
filled.

Informal enquiries concerning the position can be made with Mihai Valcu
(valcu@orn.mpg.de) or Bart Kempenaers (b.kempenaers@orn.mpg.de).

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PhD position on mating behaviour in blue tits at the Max Planck
Institute for Ornithology

The department Behavioural Ecology & Evolutionary Genetics at the Max
Planck Institute for Ornithology in Seewiesen is looking for a PhD
student to study territory settlement and pair formation in a population
of blue tits (_Cyanistes caeruleus_). The focus of the project will be
the link between territory settlement, divorce and extra-pair paternity.
The candidate will analyzedata on nestbox visits during winter and early
spring and develop and conduct field experiments. The project is part of
a long-term study on the breeding ecology and mating behaviour of blue
tits. It makes use of a unique setup where nestbox visits have been
monitored extensively since 2008 using RFID technology (“smart
nestboxes”).

The position is funded for the duration of 3 years, with a possible
one-year extension. A Master’s degree in biology with a focus on
behavioural or evolutionary ecology is required. We are looking for
someone who is enthusiastic and motivated to conduct extensive
fieldwork, alone and in a team, to learn statistical analysis using the
software R, to work in a reliable, structured and effective manner, and
to develop good oral and written communication skills. Preference will
be given to applicants that have experience working with birds and
developed skills in data analysis. A driver’s license valid in Germany
is necessary.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant, international group of
researchers at an institute focused on research on birds. We provide a
supportive research and learning environment with excellent facilities.
Working language is English. The candidate may have the opportunity to
join the International Max Planck Research School for Organismal
Biology.

To apply, please send a CV, including a list of publications or an
electronic copy of a thesis, a statement summarizing your qualifications
and indicating why you are interested in the position, and names and
contact details of 2-3 references to Carmen Dobus, cdobus@orn.mpg.de.
Applications will be reviewed starting November 4th and will continue
until the position is filled.

Informal enquiries concerning the position can be made with Mihai Valcu
(valcu@orn.mpg.de) or Bart Kempenaers (b.kempenaers@orn.mpg.de).
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