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December 1, 2012 EvolDir 127<br />
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The overall goal of the study is to understand the role of<br />
the central nervous system in adaptive variation in gas<br />
exchange patterns in insects, using grasshoppers and<br />
locusts as a model. The postdoc will be involved in laboratory<br />
experiments, as well as in field collections and<br />
maintenance of laboratory reared stocks. The position<br />
also includes opportunities for development of independent<br />
projects.<br />
Applicants should have a Ph.D. by the time of appointment.<br />
Preference will be given to highly motivated individuals<br />
interested in insect ecophysiology and with<br />
previous experience in respirometry. The position start<br />
date is negotiable, preferably before January 2013. Interested<br />
candidates should submit a letter of interest,<br />
curriculum vitae, and the names and e-mail addresses<br />
of three (3) references to gefene@research.haifa.ac.il.<br />
Best regards,<br />
Eran<br />
– Eran Gefen, Ph.D. Lecturer Department of Biology<br />
and Environment University of Haifa- Oranim Tivon<br />
36006 Israel<br />
Webpage: http://research.haifa.ac.il/ ˜ biology/Eran/-<br />
Eran.html Tel: +972-4-9838837 (office) +972-54-<br />
5669590 (cellular) Fax: +972-4-9539608<br />
The great tragedy of science - the slaying of a beautiful<br />
hypothesis by an ugly fact. (Thomas H. Huxley)<br />
Eran Gefen <br />
UJyvaskyla MultilevelSelection<br />
Post-Doc: Multilevel Selection and the Evolution of<br />
Human Behavior<br />
University of Jyväskylä, Finland<br />
JOB DESCRIPTION: A postdoctoral position is<br />
available in a project studying the origin and implications<br />
of group structure in human social behavior<br />
and cultural change. Questions like: What maintains<br />
within-group cooperation in social dilemma<br />
situations? have been researched extensively, both<br />
theoretically and empirically. However, most of this<br />
research considers processes in isolated, homogenous<br />
groups. In reality, human social interactions take<br />
place in an environment where there are multiple<br />
levels of organizational hierarchy, and where there<br />
is heterogeneity among individuals and groups. The<br />
central tenet of current research project is that in<br />
order to understand the evolutionary origins and the<br />
day-to-day processes of human social behavior and<br />
culture, the multiple levels of human organizational<br />
hierarchy must be given explicit consideration. The<br />
applicant will be involved with design and execution of<br />
computer-mediated decision experiments to study how<br />
the interplay of between- and within-group interactions<br />
affects conflict and cooperation in human groups. The<br />
research project also involves a development of theory<br />
to complement the empirical studies, and theoretically<br />
oriented researchers are strongly encouraged to apply.<br />
The successful applicant is expected to play a key role<br />
in developing research within the research topic. See<br />
http://rspb.royalsocietypublishing.org/content/276/-<br />
1655/355 and http://rspb.royalsocietypublishing.org/content/278/1723/3428<br />
for previous published work in<br />
the group.<br />
DURATION: The successful applicant can start the<br />
project in January 2013, but later starting dates are<br />
also negotiable. The position is first filled for two years,<br />
but can be extended up to five years.<br />
SALARY: 37,000 - 41,000 per annum, depending on<br />
qualifications. Healthcare included.<br />
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in Biology,<br />
Mathematics, IT, Economics, or a related field. The<br />
applicant must possess a thorough understanding of<br />
evolutionary concepts. Excellent written and good oral<br />
English skills are required.<br />
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Good skills in experimental<br />
design and in statistical analysis of experimental<br />
data. Experience in programming and/or mathematical<br />
modelling is a definite plus. THE PLACE<br />
& THE PEOPLE: The position is at the Department<br />
of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University<br />
of Jyväskylä, Finland. To quote a recent international<br />
evaluation: “This is a very happy, collaborative<br />
and successful department with highly motivated<br />
and enthusiastic members of uniform high<br />
quality.” The postdoc will join a group led by<br />
Dr. Mikael Puurtinen (Academy Research Fellow<br />
2013-2017), which at the moment consists of the PI<br />
and two PhD students. The applicant will also become<br />
a member of the Centre of Excellence in Biological<br />
Interactions (https://www.jyu.fi/bioenv/en/divisions/coe-interactions),<br />
which offers excellent networking<br />
possibilities among top scientists.<br />
DEADLINE: To ensure full consideration, applications<br />
should be received by December 15, 2012.<br />
APPLICATION: In the application, include a state-
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