Postdoc Position in Molecular Ecology: The Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences is offering a 2-year postdoctoral position in Marine Molecular Ecology focusing on fish adaptation, specifically spring and autumn spawning herring (Clupea harengus membras), to the seasonal dynamics of the Baltic Sea. Financed by a postdoctoral Fellowship from the Carl Trygger Foundation, the successful applicant will join a collaborative team aiming to understand how different herring spawning stocks adapt to environmental changes.
Postdoc Position in Marine Molecular Ecology – Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Associate
Research Area: Marine Molecular Ecology, Fish Adaptation, Baltic Sea Dynamics
Location: Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences, Stockholm University, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in biology, ecology, bioinformatics, or related sciences
- Profound knowledge in fish and/or plankton ecology
- Experience with DNA metabarcoding or metagenomics
- Strong data analysis skills and bioinformatics expertise
- Willingness to collaborate
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
Job Description: As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, your responsibilities will include field sampling and laboratory DNA analysis of fish larvae and plankton communities, bioinformatics and statistical analysis, interaction with multiple research groups, and publication of scientific results. You will contribute to understanding the adaptation of herring spawning stocks to environmental dynamics and make recommendations for coastal ecosystem and herring population conservation.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents in English or Swedish as a single PDF document marked with the subject head “Postdoc Application” to monika.winder@su.se:
- Personal letter (max 3 pages) addressing the requirements, motivation for the position, and research interests.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including academic qualifications and publication list.
- Contact information for 2-3 reference persons.
- Any other relevant documents.
The deadline for application submission is April 12, 2024. The fellowship will commence as soon as possible or according to agreement.
Last Date for Apply: Application Deadline: April 12, 2024
Contact: For further information about the position, please contact Prof Monika Winder at monika.winder@su.se.
