Uppsala University hereby declares the following positions to be open for application:

PhD position in Population Biology and Conservation Biology

at the Department of Ecology and Genetics. Available as soon as possible or by appointment.

[The research concerns genetic and genomic studies of adaptations to climate change. The model pigmentation genes in willow grouse . The project embraces both experimental studies as well as mathematical modelling.. The precise details of the project will be worked with the supervisors Jacob Höglund (Dept of Ecology and Genetics) and David Sumpter (Dept. Mathematics).

We are looking for a person with experience in conservation genetics and mathematical modelling.

To be eligible the applicant need a Master (or equivalent) in population biology, ecology, genetics or a similar subject. Confirmed knowledge of written and spoken English is a prerequisite.

PhD studies are for four years and the studies are done under the umbrellas of the Research Schools at the EBC and the Dept of Mathematics. A doctoral position is available for the entire period. Additional 20% teaching may be added and the total period will be extended in proportion to involvement in teaching-

Regulations PhD-students are found in Högskoleförordningen 5 kap 1-7 § and the guidelines of the university at, http://regler.uu.se.

Applications should include: 1) short letter of interest / background (2 pages max); 2) complete CV; 3) a description of undergraduate training; 4) a copy of undergraduate degree and 5) the names and e-mail addresses of 2-3 referees.

For contact, Professor Jacob Höglund 018-4712671, jacob.hoglund@ebc.uu.se . Trade union representatives is Anders Grundström, Saco-rådet, 018-4715380, Carin Söderhäll, TCO/ST, 018-4711996 och Stefan Djurström, Seko, 018-4713315.

Applications should be due latest on the 23 February 2012, UFV-PA 2012/386. Click on the link to get to the application form.

PhD position in Population Biology and Conservation Biology