Postdoctoral Fellowship in Computational Evolutionary: The Globe Institute invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Computational Evolutionary Morphology. The successful candidate will be part of the Center for Computational Evolutionary Morphometrics (CCEM) and will work on the Stochastic Morphometry project. This interdisciplinary role involves developing computational methods to map genotype-phenotype interactions in birds, focusing on genomic and 3D skeletal data.
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| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Computational Evolutionary Morphology |
| Location | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD degree in biology or related disciplines, knowledge of phylogenetics, strong programming skills, research experience in phylogenetics/morphology, and proficiency in English. |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Start Date | 1 January 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter |
| Application Deadline | 24 October 2023, 23.59pm CET |
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Computational Evolutionary Morphometrics
The postdoctoral fellow’s responsibilities will include:
- Conducting independent research projects.
- Active participation in research environments, including CCEM workshops, conferences, and visits to UC Berkeley.
- Training and knowledge sharing with the CCEM team.
- Teaching and disseminating research findings.
- Writing and publishing papers based on the research project.
Key Criteria for Assessment of Applicants: Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Hold a PhD degree in biology or related fields (e.g., Computer Science or Bioinformatics).
- Proficiency in phylogenetics, stochastic processes, bioinformatics, evolutionary biology, and morphology.
- Knowledge of bird biology.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, C/C++, or similar languages.
- Previous research experience in phylogenetics and/or morphology, with a record of publications.
- Involvement in professional activities, including outreach and work on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- A keen interest in applying advanced mathematics, statistics, and computer science techniques to biology.
- Excellent English language skills, both oral and written.
Place of Employment: The place of employment is at the Globe Institute, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. The position offers a stimulating working environment within the Center for Computational Evolutionary Morphometrics (CCEM), located in central Copenhagen.
Terms of Employment: Salary, pension, and other employment conditions follow the relevant agreements and may include negotiations based on qualifications. An additional 17.1% contribution to the pension fund is provided by the employer. Foreign and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions.
Questions: For specific information about the postdoctoral position, please contact the project Principal Investigator Rasmus Nielsen (rasmus_nielsen@berkeley.edu) or Co-Principal Investigator Christy Hipsley (christy.hipsley@bio.ku.dk).
Application Procedure: To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
- CV, including education, experience, language skills, and relevant skills.
- Copies of MSc and PhD diplomas, including an authorized English translation if issued in a language other than English or Danish. If the PhD is not completed, provide a signed statement of the expected completion date.
- Research plan – description of current and future research plans.
- Complete publication list.
- Separate reprints of three particularly relevant papers.
Application Deadline: 24 October 2023, 23.59pm CET
Official Website: Globe Institute’s Website
Please note that material received after the application deadline may not be considered, and applications must meet the specified requirements.
Further Information: For details about the recruitment process, please refer to this link.
The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen welcomes applications from candidates regardless of personal background to reflect the diversity of society.
Disclaimer: This job post is provided for reference purposes and is based on the information available up to the knowledge cutoff date in September 2021. Please verify the details and check the official website for the most up-to-date information about the position.
