‘Miquel Crusafont’ Predoctoral Researcher: The Institut Català de Paleontologia Miquel Crusafont (ICP) invites applications for the ‘Miquel Crusafont’ Predoctoral Researcher position. This opportunity offers a full-time predoctoral researcher role in vertebrate paleontology or paleoanthropology. Join one of the research groups at ICP to pursue a PhD under the supervision of experienced researchers.
The ‘Miquel Crusafont’ Predoctoral Contracts Program at the Institut Català de Paleontologia (ICP) aims to increase the number of predoctoral researchers, enhance opportunities for ICP researchers to supervise PhD dissertations, and honor the legacy of Miquel Crusafont. This program offers a four-year contract annually, covering gross salary, PhD program registration fees, and project expenses. Applicants must secure agreement from ICP researchers as supervisors and present an approved PhD project.
- 💼 Increased Opportunities: The program aims to boost the presence of predoctoral researchers, offering four new positions yearly, with the possibility of adjustments based on budgetary and strategic considerations.
- 📚 Financial Support: Alongside the salary, the ICP covers PhD program registration fees, while project-related expenses rely on competitive funds from R+D projects or grants.
- 🤝 Collaborative Supervision: Applicants must secure agreements from ICP researchers for supervision, with additional approval required from the leader of the relevant research group.
- 🎓 Supervisor Eligibility: Only specific categories of ICP researchers, including tenured or tenure-track R3 and R4 researchers, qualify as main supervisors or co-supervisors.
- 🦕 Research Group Structure: The ICP’s research is organized into seven groups across three areas, each led by senior or junior researchers, fostering collaboration and diverse expertise.
- 🌍 Research Focus Areas: The research areas span Mesozoic, Cenozoic, and Evolutionary Paleobiology, focusing on various aspects of vertebrate paleontology and evolution.
- 📝 Application Requirements: Applicants must submit documents in English, including a motivation letter, CV, references, and an approved PhD project, adhering to the ICP’s recruitment protocol.
Summary Table:
| Type of Position | Predoctoral Researcher |
|---|---|
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Reference | ICPJA017 |
| Starting Date | 01/09/2024 |
| Gross Salary | >17,700 € |
| Publication Date | 02/04/2024 |
| Application Deadline | 30/04/2024 (applications will be considered upon arrival) |
Study Area:
Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology
Scholarship Description:
The ‘Miquel Crusafont’ Predoctoral Researcher position at ICP offers a four-year fixed-term contract to conduct research under the supervision of ICP researchers. The selected candidate will contribute to ongoing projects and pursue a PhD aligned with the research areas of ICP.
Eligibility:
- Hold an MSc in Paleobiology, Biodiversity, or similar field.
- Good level of spoken and written English.
- Registered in a Doctoral Program of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) or eligible for registration before contract signing.
- Lack a predoctoral grant or contract.
Required Documents:
- Motivation letter
- Two reference letters
- Extended CV
- Draft of the PhD project
How to Apply:
Submit all documents in English (PDF format) via email to the contact person (Re: ICPJA017). Ensure the motivation letter includes a draft of the PhD project approved by potential supervisors and the research group leader.
Last Date:
30/04/2024 (applications will be considered upon arrival)
