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mechanisms leading to population differentiation and
species separation. A second project investigates the
extent of population differentiation in European and
North American populations of particularly widespread
species (including field work). We further use experimental
evolution over many generations at hot and
cool temperatures in the laboratory to identify the
thermal traits contributing to continental and latitudinal
population differentiation. A third project studies
the genetics and genomics of population differentiation
of widespread sepsid species (genome size: 200-
300 Mb) using whole-genome sequencing, to examine
the molecular genetic basis of the ongoing speciation
process and to identify candidate genes involved in
speciation and/or differentiation hot-spots within the
genome. The single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs)
and microsatellites obtained will be used for Quantitative
Trait Locus (QTL) and association mapping of
functional traits based on continental hybrid crosses.
We are looking for motivated and competent persons
with a strong quantitative background in evolutionary
biology, genetics & genomics, ecology, and/or behavior.
The PhD positions will be embedded in our Evolutionary
Biology or Ecology PhD programs (http:/-
/www.ieu.uzh.ch/teaching/phd.html). We encourage
applications via these programs (next deadline: 1 December
2012). We offer a stimulating research environment
with many research groups interested in evolution
& ecology. Salary according to the directives of University
of Zurich (UZH). Languages: German and/or
English.
Electronic applications, including a cover letter detailing
your motivation and expectations, CV and 2-3 references,
per e-mail (in PDF format; deadline 15 January
2013) to
Dr. Wolf Blanckenhorn Evolutionary Biology & Environmental
Studies University of Zurich-Irchel 34
(building)-J (floor) - 26 (office) Winterthurerstrasse 190
CH-8057 Zurich
Phone: +41 44 635.47.55 E-mail:
wolf.blanckenhorn@ieu.uzh.ch http://www.ieu.uzh.ch/research/evolbiol.html
wolf.blanckenhorn@uzh.ch
Vienna PopulationGenomics
Junior Faculty Position Tenure Track: Statistical Genetics
/ Population Genomics at the Max F. Perutz
Laboratories, University of Vienna.
The Max F. Perutz Laboratories (MFPL;
www.mfpl.ac.at) are a recently established joint
venture of the University of Vienna and the Medical
University of Vienna, engaged in top level biomedical
research and training. MFPL houses more than 60
research groups in various areas of Molecular Biology
and is embedded in the Vienna Biocenter Campus.
The working language of the Institute is English.
MFPL is committed to promoting work/life balance,
and the campus hosts an international kindergarten.
In recent years, Vienna has developed into one
of the leading centers in evolutionary biology
(www.evolvienna.at). In addition to a stimulating scientific
environment, Vienna also offers an extraordinarily
high quality of life. Affordable housing, excellent
public transport, great restaurants, a range of international
schools, two operas, two music centers, many
theaters and museums in combination with a pleasant
climate make Vienna one of the most attractive cities
in Europe.
Faculty opening
An independent junior faculty position (roughly equivalent
to an assistant professorship) is offered to
strengthen the Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
unit in the area of population genetic modeling.
In particular candidates with a track record in statistical
genetics or population genomic modeling and data
analysis are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate
will have a record of high quality research in
evolutionary modeling. S/he is expected to develop and
maintain an independent research group, and to attract
extramural funding.
The position holder will be a co-leader of the Mathematics
and Biosciences Group (MaBS), currently led
by Joachim Hermisson. Several other groups on campus
are involved in evolutionary genetics research, including
the groups of Magnus Nordborg (Gregor Mendel
Institute) and Arndt von Haeseler (Center for Integrated
Bioinformatics Vienna). Moreover, a diverse
group of researchers interact through activities of the
Vienna School of Population Genetics (www.popgenvienna.at),
which attracts an international body of
graduate students. The Vienna Biocenter provides access
to an excellent core facility, including several Illumina
sequencers, bioinformatics services, and a highspeed
computer cluster.
The starting date is flexible (spring 2013 or later). The
advertised position is a scientific tenure track position:
within the first two years of employment the University
of Vienna may offer a agreement if the scientific