Two Ph.D. Scholarships for Studying Parental Coordination in Birds: ACORD: Avian Coordination of parental activities: patterns and mechanisms
Two Ph.D. Scholarships for Studying Parental Coordination in Birds
Summary Table:
| Title | Ph.D. #1 | Ph.D. #2 |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Faculty of Biology, University of Gdańsk, Poland | Faculty of Biology, University of Gdańsk, Poland |
| Fieldwork | Spitsbergen (Hornsund) | Spitsbergen (Hornsund) |
| Supervisors | Dr. Katarzyna Wojczulanis-Jakubas, Prof. Małgorzata Lagisz-Nakagawa (University of New South Wales, Australia) | Dr. Katarzyna Wojczulanis-Jakubas, Prof. Olivier Chastel (Centre d’Etudes Biologiques de Chizé, France) |
| Funding | National Centre of Science, Poland | National Centre of Science, Poland |
| Scholarship | Four years, 5000 PLN per month | Four years, 5000 PLN per month |
Study Area:
Ph.D. scholarships focusing on understanding parental coordination in birds, with fieldwork conducted on Spitsbergen.
Scholarship Description:
The project aims to investigate the mechanisms of parental coordination in birds, examining both ultimate and proximate components. Ph.D. #1 will explore coordination patterns across species, with a focus on the little auk, while Ph.D. #2 will examine endocrine mechanisms of parental care, also using the little auk as a model species.
Eligibility:
- M.Sc. degree in biology, ecology, or similar sciences
- Proficiency in English
- Experience in statistical analyses (especially for Ph.D. #1)
- Good conduct
- Fluency in English
- Experience in statistical analyses and motivation to improve
- High ethical standards, reliability, precision, and persistence in work
- Cooperative attitude and inclusive approach in social interactions
Required Documents:
- CV
- Covering letter
- Two letters of recommendation
- Consent for personal data processing
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should contact Dr. hab. Katarzyna Wojczulanis-Jakubas (Katarzyna.wojczulanis-jakubas@univ.gda.pl) at the University of Gdańsk, including the required documents.
Last Date: Deadline for applications is 26 May 2024. First decision (shortlist) by 1 June 2024, final decision by 15 June 2024.
