PhD Scholarship: Genomic Architecture: The University of Edinburgh offers an exciting PhD opportunity to unravel the genomic mechanisms behind karyotypic evolution and speciation in guenons, the most genetically diverse African primates. This project explores chromosomal structural variants, evolutionary processes, and genomic features influencing gene flow. Successful candidates will utilize cutting-edge genomic technologies and collaborate with international experts to contribute to a significant body of evolutionary biology.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Genomic Architecture of Speciation and Gene Flow in Primates
Designation
PhD Student in Evolutionary Biology, Bioinformatics, or related fields
Research Area
- Evolutionary Biology
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Chromosomal Theory of Speciation
- Karyotypic Evolution and Gene Flow
Location
The University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | At least an upper 2.1 degree in Evolutionary Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field. |
| Skills | Bioinformatics proficiency and experience with genomic data analysis. |
| Preferred Experience | Strong background in evolutionary biology with experience in genome assembly and sequencing. |
| Personal Attributes | Self-motivated, curious, highly organized, and able to work both independently and in a team. |
| Nationality | Open to UK and international students. (Candidates outside UK must meet additional deadlines). |
Job Description
The PhD project aims to:
- Investigate chromosomal regions prone to breaking and genome features associated with fissions and fusions.
- Study the emergence of novel centromeres on new chromosomes.
- Assess the evolutionary consequences of chromosomal rearrangements on recombination and gene flow.
- Utilize long-read sequencing, PacBio HiFi, and Hi-C data from 14 guenon species to analyze chromosomal diversity.
- Collaborate with researchers from the UK, Sweden, and France in a computationally focused project.
How to Apply
- Prepare your CV and a brief letter of interest detailing your passion and suitability for the project.
- Contact Dr. Katerina Guschanski at Katerina.Guschanski@ed.ac.uk with your materials and any informal queries.
- Apply through one of the funding programs listed below:
- NERC E5 DTP Application Deadline: January 6, 2025
E5 DTP Application Details - Darwin Trust Application Deadline: January 3, 2025
Darwin Trust Application Details
Last Date to Apply
- January 3, 2025 (Darwin Trust)
- January 6, 2025 (NERC E5 DTP)
Seize this opportunity to explore evolutionary genomics using cutting-edge technology in collaboration with international experts at one of the world’s leading research institutions. Apply now!
