Trabaja como "lab manager" en el Laboratorio de Biodiversidad de Plantas de la TUM (Múnich)

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The Plant Biodiversity lab at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is hiring a full-time lab manager for plant phylogenetic and phylogenomic research. The position is initially for two years but can be made permanent if performance is satisfying.

Our primary study systems are the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) and the flora of the Azores archipelago in the North Atlantic, where we study speciation processes. See more details on our webpage.

Responsibilities include:

• DNA extraction
• from field and herbarium samples, PCR, sequencing (Sanger, Illumina, Nanopore). 
• Ordering supplies, managing the lab and maintaining equipment.
• Training and helping undergraduate and graduate students in the lab. 
• Lab safety management. 
• Help with herbarium management (TUM herbarium is small, with c. 100.000 specimens). 
• Participating in lab meetings and seminars when appropriate. 
• Participation in field work and collecting trips is optional.

We look for an independent and focused person with problem-solving skills and genuine interest in research. The preferred candidate should have a B.S. or higher degree in Biology or demonstrated experience as lab manager or lab technician. The applicant should be a team player, fluent in English, and have a good working knowledge of molecular biology, and genetics, as well as basic computer skills.

If interested, please contact Hanno Schaefer (hanno.schaefer@tum.de) and include a CV and a short statement of research interests and experience in a single pdf (max. size 1 MB). Informal inquiries are also welcome. The salary level is TV-L E8, which currently corresponds to 2.866 - 3.535 € per month (before taxes) depending on experience level.

Applications will be accepted until March 10, 2023, review of applications will begin immediately.

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Postdoc en morfología y evolución de artrópodos

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Postdoc position, 100% TV-L E13LMU Munich, Faculty of Biology, Zoology
Starting date: 01 April 2023
End of application: 15 January 2023

Postdoc position (m/f/d) – Morphological diversity of arthropod larvae

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoc (m/f/d) to take part in the investigation of diversity of arthropod larvae, including extant and fossil representatives. The project is funded by the Volkswagen Foundation.

The project is based on an interdisciplinary approach, in which morphological data of extant and fossil larvae are incorporated into an evolutionary framework. The major data base is provided by morphological investigations of extant and fossil specimens with modern imaging methods. Data are interpreted in a strict phylogenetic framework. We use quantitative methods to compare changes of morphological diversity, especially between different geological time slices.

Focus groups of research are malacostracan crustaceans and insects. Both groups exhibit a large diversity of morphology and developmental patterns and have a rich fossil record. Specimens will be provided via scientific collections, fieldwork is not considered.

The prospective Postdoc should have experience in some of the following fields (and is expected to gain experience in the other fields):
identification by DNA-barcoding, approaches to handle Big Data, data-banking, statistics in general, programming in R (or equivalent), geometric morphometrics (documentation, image processing, digital
measurements, landmarks, Fourier-analysis), preparation of figure plates (Adobe Photoshop), digital drawings with a vector graphics program. 

Ideally, the candidate has expertise in an ingroup of malacostracan crustaceans or insects that is not yet represented in the workgroup.

The results of the project are expected to be presented regularly at national and international conferences by the prospective Postdoc as well as published in peer-reviewed journals. The Postdoc is expected to develop project ideas for continuing own research after the end of the funding period. The successful candidate will be based in the work group of Zoomorphology at the campus Martinsried south-west of Munich, in close proximity to Munich. Child care facilities as well as schools are nearby.

The position is limited to a duration of 18 months. Starting date is 01 April 2023.

We offer: Postdoc position for 18 months; salary according to wage agreement (TV-L); interdisciplinary research project and working environment; modern imaging equipment (macro- and microscopic)

We expect: PhD in biology or a closely related field; solid knowledge in general ecology and evolution; very good English communication skills (oral and written); ability to efficiently work in teams; high motivation; keen interest in zoological evolutionary questions

Applications of women are strongly encouraged. Severely challenged persons will be given preference in case of otherwise equal qualifications.

Please send your application to jhaug@bio.lmu.de until January 15, 2023. The application should include CV, letter of motivation, and the names and contact details of potential referees.

Contact for further information:
Prof. Dr. Joachim T. Haug, LMU Munich, Faculty of Biology, Großhaderner Str. 2, 82152 Planegg-Martinsried, Germany, jhaug@bio.lmu.de, Phone: +49-89-2180-74132; https://www.en.zoomorphologie.bio.lmu.de/index.html, https://www.palaeo-evo-devo.info/

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Postdoc en evolución de aves y reconstrucción de su árbol filogenético

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Research Fellow 

Ref Number B02-04218 

Professional Expertise Research and Research Support Department School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02) Location London Working Pattern Full time Salary £38,308- £46,155 Contract Type Fixed-term Working Type Hybrid (20% - 80% on site) Available for Secondment No Closing Date 16-Jan-2023


About us


Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Felice Lab within the Centre for Integrative Anatomy (CIA). The CIA was established in 2019 to foster research on the evolutionary drivers of anatomical change in vertebrate (back-boned) animals. Its focus is on form- function relationships in the vertebrate skeleton and associated organs (including the brain), working at macro- and microscales, and in both developmental and deep time. CIA research is interdisciplinary, exploiting advances in new computational and imaging approaches.


About the role


We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on the evolution and diversification of birds, more specifically on diversification dynamics in fossil and modern birds.

The main purpose will be to incorporate extinct bird species into composite phylogenetic trees and apply Bayesian tip-dating methods to estimate divergence times on these phylogenies. As part of this role, you will travel for 1-2 weeks to University of California, Berkeley to receive training in the RevBayes statistical programming language. Upon returning to UCL, you will transfer this training to CIA members by running local workshops.

This is a fixed-term role, starting from 01/03/2023 until 30/09/2023. The start date can be postponed to 01/06/2023 if necessary, but no later.

Please note that appointment at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Grade 6B (salary £34,502 - £36,348 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD Thesis.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Dr Ryan Felice at ryan.felice@ucl.ac.uk.
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Biosciences staffing at biosciences.staffing@ucl.ac.uk.


About you



You must have a strong background in phylogenetic comparative methods and/or systematics, demonstrable experience using R and a familiarity with modelling trait evolution and/or speciation/extinction rates.

You will be expected to contribute to the project in the area of modelling of trait-dependent diversification dynamics using Bayesian modelling and fossilized birth-death processes. In addition to developing and conducting the research, you will communicate results as scientific papers.

You will have a PhD (or be studying towards it) in biology, ecology, or paleontology. Experience with Bayesian statistics (MrBayes, RevBayes) or diversification modelling is desirable.


What we offer



As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.


Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion



As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.

These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.

You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/

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Posiciones de postdoc y asistente de investigación para el estudio del origen y la evolución de anfibios y reptiles de Melanesia

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Western Melanesia-including New Guinea-sits at the crossroads of Asia and Australia and is one of the most interesting, puzzling, and understudied hyper diverse regions on Earth. Clarifying how tectonic movements have sundered or joined different Melanesian landforms in the past several million years is key to understanding the origins of this biotic diversity. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be a major participant in helping to investigate how the diversity and evolutionary history of the five major geological landforms that comprise most of western Melanesia have impacted evolution of that region's biota and to identify those ancient insular landmasses critical in generating the lineages that colonised and radiated across New Guinea, Australia, and/or insular Asia. The project will investigate evolutionary relationships among the region's reptiles and amphibians to address these questions. The research will help to replace the outdated, unidirectional "out-of-New-Guinea" model for origins of Pacific biodiversity with a more dynamic and nuanced understanding that ancient, yet under-appreciated, land areas in Melanesia have long been important in shaping biotic evolution in the broader region. The project will use a combination of traditional sequencing methods alongside sequencing of ultra-conserved elements (or similar) from fresh and historic museum samples (aka archival DNA) and analyse these data with respect to new geological models to be generated by a project partner.

We are seeking to appoint a postdoctoral research associate to study the Origins of Western Melanesian Herpetological Diversity on a 36-month, fixed-term contract. This project is funded by a joint NERC-NSF grant to Dr Simon Maddock (University of Wolverhampton, UK) and Dr Fred Kraus (University of Michigan, USA). The position will be based in the School of Sciences at the University of Wolverhampton, UK; with some time spent in the USA and Papua New Guinea. The successful applicant will possess the skills and knowledge to contribute to research, dissemination, and knowledge exchange as part of the project.

You will have completed a PhD in biological sciences or an equivalent subject, have experience of laboratory and phylogenetic methods, and have disseminated research in international scientific journals and conferences. During your tenure, you will be responsible for collecting tissue samples in Papua New Guinea (particularly on Bougainville, Solomon Island Archipelago), generating sequence data (Sanger and sequence capture), analysing data, disseminating research, and co-supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Good communication and organisational skills are essential attributes.

For more details and to apply please see https://jobs.wlv.ac.uk/vacancy/postdoctoral-research-associate-in-origins-of-western-melanesian-diversity-496367.html


We are seeking to appoint a research assistant to help study the Origins of Western Melanesian Diversity on a 24-month, fixed-term contract. This project is funded by a joint NERC-NSF grant to Dr Simon Maddock (University of Wolverhampton, UK) and Dr Fred Kraus (University of Michigan, USA). The position will be based in the School of Sciences at the University of Wolverhampton, UK. You will possess the skills and knowledge to generate high-quality molecular sequence data.

You will have completed an MSc in biological sciences or an equivalent subject and have experience of molecular and phylogenetic methods. You will be responsible for generating sequence data (Sanger and sequence capture), analysing data, co-supervising lab work by undergraduate and postgraduate students, and, if interested, disseminating research. Good communication and organisational skills are essential attributes.

For more details and to apply please see https://jobs.wlv.ac.uk/vacancy/research-assistant-in-herpetological-genomics-496360.html

For an informal discussion about the positions, please contact Simon Maddock (s.maddock@wlv.ac.uk).

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Postdoc investigando sistemas parasitarios de cría en peces

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION 2-3.5 YEARS

TOPIC: Fish Evolutionary Ecology
Reichard Lab (www.reichardlab.eu), Institute of Vertebrate Biology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Brno

Full-time postdoctoral position for 2 years (+ extension until the end of 2025 possible) is available at the Institute of Vertebrate Biology, Czech Academy of Sciences, located in Brno, Czech Republic. Position may start when filled; all applications submitted until 20 June 2022 will be fully considered. Selected candidates will be interviewed online.

This position is within a generous funding of Expro project of Czech Science Foundation to Martin Reichard on reproductive parasitism in fish. It uses two understudied fish brood parasitic systems: bitterling fishes (Acheilognathidae) and their mussel hosts, and cuckoo catfish (Synodontis multipunctatus) and their cichlid hosts from Lake Tanganyika.

The project aims at identifying the conditions for the origin and evolution of host specificity in brood parasites. Field and lab studies are combined with barcoding, population genetics and phylogenetics.

Selected candidate will work along with two other postdoctoral researchers. There is flexibility in the specific focus within the broad terms of the project, although we would particularly welcome a candidate with expertise in:

1. fish morphology (dentition, gill rakers, osteology) or
2. comparative phylogenetic biology.

We expect applications from candidates with a background in ecology and evolution, ideally with a previous track record of working with fish models. For experimental work, there is access to well-equipped fish breeding facility and outdoor system of separate tanks.

All research expenses, including fieldwork and conference travel, are covered from the project.

QUALIFICATIONS
PhD in Biology

SALARY
at least 55 000 CZK (incl. social and health insurance and taxes), c. 2200 EUR per month (well above average for Czech living expenses), giving a net earnings of 35 000 CZK per month. May increase with
qualification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
For formal applications, please submit a CV with explanations of your previous work and motivation to apply for this position in your Cover Letter (1 page is sufficient).
Email your formal application to reichard@ivb.cz

Feel free to consult through informal enquires by email to reichard@ivb.cz

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Postdoc diferenciando especies de peces vivíparos

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A fully funded post-doctoral scholar position for 2 years will be available after the 1st of June at Prof. Axel Meyer lab to work on DFG funded work related to species delimitation in sympatric and allopatric populations of live-bearing fishes. The project aims at integrating whole-genome resequencing data and phenotypic data to conduct species delimitations applying coalescent-based integrative taxonomic approaches and to validate these by contrasting their outcome to empirically determined degree of reproductive isolation among species pairs. We seek applicants with a background in some of the following areas: evolutionary biology, taxonomy, phylogenetics and field research. We encourage applicants with bioinformatic skills.

The Meyer Lab at the Department of Biology at University of Konstanz, is interested in the origins of adaptations, speciation, and phylogenomics of fishes, in particular the cichlid fish adaptive radiations from Nicaragua and Africa. A total of three research groups two of which are headed by Junior Group Leaders make up the evolutionary biology group (15 members total in the lab).

The University of Konstanz and the Department of Biology are among the most highly ranked institutions in Germany and provide a lively and academically outstanding research environment. Konstanz is a lovely historic town located on Lake Constance on the southern border between Germany and Switzerland. The University of Konstanz and the Department of Biology are among them most highly ranked institutions in Germany and provide a lively and academically outstanding research environment. Konstanz is a lovely historic town located on Lake Constance on the southern border between Germany and Switzerland. Appointments are initially for three years and it comes with a competitive salary, and excellent health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications
Required: PhD in Taxonomy, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology or Genetics/Genomics.
Preferred: Experience working with genomic data, a strong conceptual background in evolutionary biology, experience with field work.

Application Instructions
To Apply Submit the following documents to julian.torres-dowdall@uni-konstanz.de:

• One page Cover Letter
• C.V.
• A relevant publication or manuscript in preparation
• Contact information for 2 References

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Informal inquiries about the position are encouraged: julian.torres-dowdall@uni-konstanz.de

The University of Konstanz is an equal opportunity employer and tries to increase the number of women in research and teaching. The University of Konstanz is committed to further the compatibility of work and family life and has onsite child care facilities

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Postdoc taxonómico combinando filogenética y microscopía/morfología de hongos

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We offer a 2-year postdoc position within a project financed by the Swedish Taxonomy Initiative.

The project aims to improve the knowledge about the species diversity in the order Atheliales and to sort the species into a taxonomic system based on evolutionary relations. A special focus will be given to the genus Athelia for which previous studies have identified difficulties to delimit species based on morphology. The position includes evaluating species boundaries using molecular methods and to evaluate any morphological differences based on those analyses. It will therefore include field work to collect material, and to search for new species within the order, and contact with herbaria for loans of materials. It includes lab work for extraction and amplification of DNA and also morphological studies including microscopy, and depiction of morphological characteristics. Since the present classification into genera often do not represent evolutionary relations, the classification will be revised which will require phylogenetic analyses.

Requirements
PhD degree in biology or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in biology. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree less than three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.
The applicant should have experience from field work, working with biological materials, generating and analyzing DNA data and performing and interpreting phylogenetic analyses. The applicant should be fluent in both written and spoken English, and have experience of writing scientific texts in English.
The applicant should be able to work independently, but also work well in groups and be able to give and receive constructive criticism.

Additional qualifications
Knowledge in fungal taxonomy and description of species is desirable. Especially knowledge and practical experience of corticiod fungi and Swedish conditions.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 24 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 2022-07-01 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.
Find more details here, and submit your application through Uppsala University's recruitment system.

Please submit your application by 4 of April 2022, UFV-PA 2022/545.

For further information about the position, please contact: Martin Ryberg, tel:+46-18-471 26 47

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Combina filogenética con biovigilancia de fauna silvestre y enfermedades emergentes en este trabajo

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EcoHealth Alliance seeks a Research Scientist with significant experience with genetic sequence data editing, analysis, and curation; phylogenetic analyses (esp. with viral data) including Bayesian, maximum likelihood, and other phylogenetic methods; and data curation and QA/QC. We are seeking someone with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a collaborative research ethos, and the ability to work with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team that includes scientists from across the globe. The Research Scientist will support EcoHealth Alliance’s diverse, federally funded scientific research programs around the world focused on zoonotic disease emergence – with an initial priority of working specifically with bat surveillance and virus data from Western Asia. The candidate would ideally have experience integrating phylogenetic data/analyses into ecological and evolutionary models of disease emergence and spread, and/or experience with comparative phylogenetic or co-phylogenetic analyses. The Research Scientist will be expected to interact closely with scientists at EcoHealth Alliance, assist international partners with data management and analysis, and develop phylogenetic outputs/results that can be broadly interpreted and published in peer reviewed journals. A passion for understanding the process of zoonotic disease emergence and/or working directly with wildlife biosurveillance data is key.

The position is based at EcoHealth Alliance in New York City and may involve some international travel. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, remote working options will be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with EcoHealth Alliance scientists and international partners to conduct analyses to understand the process of zoonotic disease emergence using genetic sequence data.
• Review data to ensure quality control and quality assurance, and work directly with project partners to support data QA/QC.
• Conduct basic sequence editing and data cleaning prior to phylogenetic analyses.
• Train international laboratory and other partners in basic aspects of genetic sequence and phylogenetic analyses.
• Contribute to phylogenetic analyses to understand viral diversity, evolution, and host species range – and work collaboratively on peer-reviewed publications.
• Create reproducible, validated, and open-source code.
• Record, manage, and analyze data/information using relevant domain data science techniques.
• Undertake regular reviews of the literature and public sequence data repositories and apply these findings to research/development objectives.
• Engage openly and respectfully with EcoHealth Alliance scientists and partners across multiple projects as required and at all stages, from development to implementation to publication/communication.
• Help identify new opportunities and help to secure funding for them.

QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.A./M.S. in a relevant discipline, such as evolutionary biology, genetics, molecular biology/virology, or disease ecology with a focus on phylogenetic and genetic data analysis.
• Candidates with only a Bachelors (B.S.) degree may be considered with extensive work and
• hands-on analytical experience in this field.
• Experience with data management and data quality control, and ability to communicate issues and solutions regarding data entry to collaborators. Ideally experience working with cloud-based database systems, e.g. AirTable.
• Practical experience with sequence editing, assembly, and phylogenetic analysis including various methods for tree building and comparison.
• A working familiarity with Geneious for sequence editing/analysis, in addition to R, GitHub, and/or command line tools for collaborative data analyses.
• Experience integrating phylogenetic data into ecological and evolutionary models of wildlife disease dynamics and/or experience with comparative phylogenetic or co-phylogenetic analyses.
• Experience with, or solid understanding of, emerging disease research, zoonoses, or disease ecology.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary research team, plus the motivation and discipline to carry out detail-oriented and autonomous research.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document methods and results and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Positive attitude towards solving complex problems.
• Strong sense of team spirit and cultural sensitivity.

Desirable

• Experience with phylogenetic analysis packages in R, e.g. ape
• Experience with the software program BEAST.
• Additional experience with and/or understanding of spatial analyses, a plus.

This is a one-year funded position with the potential for extension pending funding. Salary range will be commensurate with experience and education level, expected salary range $55,000 - $75,000.

At EcoHealth Alliance, our vision is a workplace with a diverse and talented staff where people want to come, to stay, do their best work, and grow. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote our staff without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or socioeconomic status. This position is based at EcoHealth Alliance in New York City. EcoHealth Alliance offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, and vision coverage, and a 403(b) pension plan. EcoHealth Alliance is proud and deeply committed to being an equal opportunity employer.

HOW TO APPLY
Send an email with a single attachment labeled with your first and last name only (“first_last.pdf”) in PDF format containing (a) a cover letter, (b) CV, and (c) three references to jobs@ecohealthalliance.org with “Phylogenetic Research Scientist 2022“ in the subject line. Emails without the subject line or with multiple attachments will not be reviewed. No formal text is required within the body of your email, since emails will not be evaluated. All inquires will receive an automatic response confirming receipt. Applicants will be evaluated and only appropriate candidates will be contacted.

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Plazas gratis en un curso de verano en Suiza para aprender filogenética bayesiana

A week ago we announced the opening of registration for the ONLINE edition of our Bayesian phylogenetics and phylodynamics summer school, "Taming the BEAST".

This is a quick follow-up message to announce that we are able to provide a small number of fee-exempt places at the workshop. These places are intended to accommodate people who cannot afford the 150 CHF registration fee.

For more information on the workshop, including instructions for applying for a fee exemption, please visit the summer school website:
https://www.bsse.ethz.ch/cevo/taming-the-beast/overview-2021.html

For information on previous workshop programs, tutorials etc. please visit https://taming-the-beast.org.

We hope to see you there,
the Taming the BEAST organising team

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Una aplicación diferente de la biología: combina filogenética y lingüística en esta posición como postdoc

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The Department of Biology at the University of Crete seeks a Post- doctoral researcher to perform phylogenetic and statistical research in language evolution in the context of the H.F.R.I. funded interdisciplinary project “Modeling Glossogeny. Using biological tools in the study of genetic and areal stability of morpho- syntactic parameters” (PI: Elena Anagnostopoulou).

The post- doctoral researcher will analyze linguistic data in collaboration with the PI and the members of the research team of the project (Drs. Manolis Ladoukakis and Dimitris Michelioudakis). The analysis involves the use of phylogenetic and statistical tools adjusted to historical linguistic research. Candidates must have earned their Ph.D. degree recognized by D.O.A.T.A.P. (Hellenic NARIC; for the application it is sufficient for candidates to have proof that the process for the recognition has officially started via the registration/protocol number) and have specialized in Linguistics or Population Genetics or Phylogenetics.

Qualified linguistics candidates should possess:

• Expertise in theoretical linguistics in the areas of parametric syntax and morphology
• Experience in working with and analyzing typological and/or historical data
• Preferred qualifications include familiarity with computational and statistical methods in linguistics and/or computational phylogenetics in historical linguistics

Qualified biology candidates should possess:

• Experience in working with and analyzing phylogenetic data and/or population genetics data
• Experience in statistical methods in biology

The details of the submission procedure as well as the documents required for application can be found at the application link provided below.

Application Deadline: 29-Jan-2021
Email Address for Applications: calls.elke-reth@uoc.gr
Web Address for Applications (in Greek) https://www.elke.uoc.gr/announcements/news/view.aspx?id=4944 

Contact Information: Manolis Ladoukakis Email: ladoukakis@uoc.gr

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Asistente de investigación para un laboratorio filogenómico en Barcelona

Application deadline: 15th November 2020
Reference: Research Assistant Position

Contract: Full-time, 12 months (possibility of yearly renewal)

Location: Institute of Evolutionary Biology (CSIC-UPF), Barcelona, Spain.

Starting date: January 2021

The Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab at the Institute of Evolutionary Biology
(IBE) is seeking to hire a Research Assistant.

About IBE:

The Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE) was founded in 2008 as a joint
Institute of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Pompeu
Fabra University (UPF). It is located in Barcelona (Spain), in front of the
Mediterranean.

The mission of the IBE is to address biodiversity studies describing
functional and evolutionary genomics at all levels of observation:
molecular, biochemical, physiological, and morphological. The IBE is the
only research center in Catalonia and Spain which completely devotes its
research to evolutionary biology, and it is currently a reference in
Southern Europe. Nowadays, IBE activity involves more than 130 people and
23 research groups distributed in 5 scientific programs related to
Evolutionary Biology research. Our employees enjoy access to
state-of-the-art technology and a diverse range of specialist training
opportunities, including support for leadership and management.

About the Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab:

The overarching goal of the lab is to understand how animals reshape their
genomes to generate their vast diversity and to adapt to the different
environments. For that, we generate and interrogate genomic and
transcriptomic data through the lens of phylogenomics and comparative
genomics. Our favorite creatures are arthropods and annelids, but our
interest often transcends the level of phylum to understand animal genome
evolution at a macroevolutionary scale. We are committed to maintaining a
respectful, inclusive, and friendly working environment for all staff and
students, as well as promoting your personal and career development.

Rosa Fern芍ndez joined IBE as a Group Leader in January 2020, so this is a
chance to help build a lab from the ground up and contribute your knowledge
and passion to the group and its culture. The lab is a part of the Animal
Biodiversity and Evolution Program at IBE. We are currently funded by the
Spanish Ministry of Science and by an ERC Starting Grant to understand the
genomic basis of terrestrialization across animals.

About the role:

As a Research Assistant, your role will be to manage the lab's day to day
affairs, including managing a wet molecular lab. You will be in charge of
the wet lab organization and experiments, which will include DNA/RNA
extractions, library preparation and sequencing (Illumina and Nanopore),
and managing bacterial cultures (for the protein engineering experiments).
You will be in charge of contacting vendors and placing orders and help the
PI with grant administration (ie, help process invoices, etc.). You may be
asked to supervise and mentor others in the lab with experiments and tasks,
including postdoctoral researchers and PhD students. Depending on your
project involvement, you may also be asked to help prepare or edit
manuscripts (for which you would receive authorship credit where
appropriate) and talks for presentations.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will have at least a BSc (undergraduate) degree in life
sciences with wet lab experience. A Master's or PhD in life sciences or
equivalent experience is desirable. You will have experience with molecular
biology and genetics techniques (ideally including DNA and RNA extraction,
library preparation for genome/transcriptome sequencing, Nanopore
sequencing, and bacterial cultures), strong record-keeping skills (e.g. lab
notebook, collections maintenance, data storage and organisation) and a
strong command of written and spoken English. You'll also be comfortable
maintaining the lab on a day to day basis, including developing standard
operating procedures, ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies,
managing and disposing of chemical inventory safely.

You will be comfortable working both independently and as a member of
a larger team, as well as having good time management, attention to detail,
and prioritisation skills. You'll be comfortable collaborating with
international and local colleagues from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
You will be able to travel locally and internationally for e.g.
collaborations or meetings.

Additional information:

The position is available for 12 months, with the possibility of further
renewal for several consecutive years. Starting date is expected in January
2021 or as soon as possible afterwards.

Interviews will be held in Late November/early December either in person or
via video conference depending on travel needs and current restrictions; no
particular preference will be given to candidates who are able to interview
in person.

If you are interested in the position, send your CV and motivation letter
to rmfernandezgarcia00@gmail.com with the subject ＆Research Assistant
Position＊.

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Doctorado en UK para prevenir invasiones biológicas mediante análisis evolutivo y ecológico

PhD project developing evolutionary and ecological analysis to identify species which threaten to become invasive pests.

We have funding for fees (and a full stipend of ~£17k pa for for a
EU or UK student). It would suit a student with a first degree, or
comparable background, in a Biology or Bioinformatics discipline.

The project
includes a placement within Defra¢s Risk and Horizon Scanning Team:
https://bit.ly/2WRK6fC

is a collaboration between Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (Dr Laura Kelly)
and Queen Mary University London (Prof. Richard Nichols)

will focus on Agrilus, a genus of more than 3000 species of wood-boring
beetles.

Several Agrilus species have become major pests of trees and shrubs
species with a devastating impact on plant health; yet some of them were
previously known as minor inflictions that caused minimal damage to their
natural hosts. We will use phylogenetic methods to predict Agrilus host
range expansions and to assess future risk to plant species that have
not yet come into contact with these beetles.

Details of the application process and further information can be found
here: https://bit.ly/3e9tlCq

If you have specific questions do not hesitate to contact me


Richard Nichols (r.a.nichols@qmul.ac.uk)
Professor of Genetics
https://www.qmul.ac.uk/sbcs/staff/richardnichols.html

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Oferta de doctorado en genética de helechos

Graduate position: Sigel Lab at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette on the evolutionary genetics of invasive ferns

The Sigel lab in the Department of Biology at the University of Louisiana
at Lafayette is currently recruiting a PhD student interested in pursuing
research on the phylogenetics, population genetics, and genomics of the
invasive aquatic fern Salvinia molesta. Widely considered one on the
world's most invasive and understudied weeds, Salvinia molesta poses
an extreme ecological and economic burden in the southeastern United
States. This project will involve extensive sampling of contemporary
populations and historic herbarium specimens to infer the polyploid
and reticulate evolutionary origins of Salvinia molesta, as well as
characterize its genetic and epigenetic variation within Louisiana and
the adjacent Gulf of Mexico Coastal Region.

This project has recently been recommended for funding by NSF as part of
the Consortium for Plant INvasion Genomics (CPING), centered out of the
University of Louisiana at Lafayette. This consortium unites researchers
several institutions conducting similar projects that leverage herbarium
specimens to better understand the evolutionary dynamics underlying plant
invasions. There are multiple years of research assistant support for
a student pursing this project. The preferred start date is January 2020.

The ideal candidate for this position is a passionate and motivated
scientist with previous research experience in evolutionary biology,
phylogenetics, genomics, or a related field. Previous experience
conducting molecular work, phylogenetics, and working with genomic data
sets is highly preferred but not required. A desire to participate in
field collection, learn new skills, and work collaboratively with others
is necessary.

The Department of Biology at the University of Louisiana at
Lafayette has a large and productive graduate program, with
relatively low TA loads, guaranteed funding for PhD students,
and many available fellowships. We also have a strong program in
Evolutionary Biology with nine new faculty members in the last 5
years. Information on our graduate program and curriculum can be found
at https://biology.louisiana.edu/programs/graduate.

Lafayette is a college town in south-central Louisiana in the heart of
Acadiana, a region known for its Cajun culture, food, and music. Learn
more at https://www.lafayettetravel.com/explore/history-of-acadiana.

If interested, please email Dr. Erin Sigel (erinsigel@louisiana.edu;
erinsigel.net). Include a CV, cover letter highlighting relevant
experience and motivations for the position, and contact information
for three references.

--
Erin M. Sigel, PhD.
Assistant Professor
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Billeaud Hall, Room 108
Lafayette, LA 70503
www.erinsigel.net
Erin Sigel <erinsigel@louisiana.edu>

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PhD /postdoc in Computational Phylogenetics (Switzerland)

ZHAW Wädenswil, Switzerland

With the advent of new generation sequencing (NGS) bioinformatic methods
must keep pace to provide robust scalable solutions to analyse large
sets of molecular sequences. The evolutionary history of molecules is
described by a tree structure called phylogeny, which is inferred from
genomic sequences. Phylogenies are used for testing biological hypotheses
with applications ranging from medicine to ecology. Phylogeny inference
usually relies on an inferred alignment of homologous sequences,
which ' in turn ' relies on a guide-tree reflecting their ancestral
relationships. The goal is to address this apparent circularity so to
improve the reliability of phylogenetic analyses. Ideally alignment and
tree should be inferred jointly. For example, please see our recent
article: Maiolo M, Zhang X, Gil M, Anisimova M. "Progressive multiple
sequence alignment with indel evolution" BMC Bioinformatics. 2018 Sep
21;19(1):331. doi: 10.1186/s12859-018-2357-1.

In the context of the project funded by Swiss National Science Foundation,
we are looking for a suitable candidate for a PhD or a postdoc position,
depending on previous background and qualifications.

The successful candidate will work as part of Applied Computational
Genomics Team lead by Maria Anisimova at the Institute of Applied
Simulations, Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW Wädenswil)
and will have a second affiliation to the University of Zurich.

The group is also part of Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, which
provides additional training and networking opportunities.

Group official ZHAW website:
https://www.zhaw.ch/de/lsfm/institute-zentren/ias/forschung/computational-genomics/

Profile requirements: Strong background in computational science,
algorithms, statistics, stochastic modeling or similar; Working knowledge
of C++ ; Some knowledge of phylogenetics and molecular evolution is
an advantage

To apply please send an email with the title JATI2 to
maria.anisimova@zhaw.ch

Your application should be in one pdf file including your CV, degree
certificates and a letter of motivation.

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