>
>1) PhD: Pollination as an Ecosystem Service, Halle, Germany
>
>2) Graduate position: Bee Population Genomics, Alabama
>
>3) 2 postdocs: Population genomics of bees, Uppsala
>
>4) Postdoc: Bee Statistical Modeling, Uppsala
>
>5) Voluntary Fieldwork: Wasp evolution, Malaysia
>
>6) Graduate positions: Ant and Aphid Microbiomes, Drexel University
>
>
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>1) PhD: POLLINATION AS AN ECOSYSTEM SERVICE, HALLE, GERMANY
>
>PhD position on the ecosystem service of
>pollination with Robert Paxton at UFZ/Uni Halle,
>Germany
>
>Robert has a new PhD position to offer on the
>ecosystem service of pollination, funded by the
>UFZ within its Helmholtz Research School for
>Ecosystem Services under Changing Landuse and
>Climate (ESCALATE). Details of the position can
>be found at:
>
>https://recruitingapp-5128.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/882/Description/2
>
>Please email Robert
>(robert.paxton@zoologie.uni-halle.de) if you
>require further details. Applications must be
>submitted through the UFS's website (use the
>link above) and are due by 31 October 2016 for a
>start in early 2017.
>
>----------
>2) GRADUATE POSITION: BEE POPULATION GENOMICS, ALABAMA
>
>The Lozier Lab (lozierlab.ua.edu) at The
>University of Alabama, Dept. of Biological
>Sciences, is interested in recruiting graduate
>students to start in the Spring 2017 or Fall
>2017 semester. Students would work on projects
>related to ongoing NSF-funded studies of bumble
>bee population genomics across spatial and
>environmental gradients (e.g., latitude,
>temperature) to uncover signatures of adaptative
>and demographic processes within and among
>species. Research projects in the lab utilize
>high throughput sequencing technologies,
>including RAD-tag sequencing and RNA sequencing,
>and new students would likely be involved in
>developing projects involving whole-genome
>sequencing approaches at the population level.
>
>Students with an interest in population
>genomics, especially with uncovering signatures
>of selection in wild populations, should contact
>Jeff Lozier (jlozier@ua.edu) by November 1, with
>a brief statement of interest, a CV, an informal
>academic history (e.g., GPAs, GREs, and relevant
>coursework list, etc.), and an example of your
>writing (e.g., first-authored publication, lab
>report, class paper, etc).
>
>I am especially interested in recruiting
>students who are interested in or have
>experience working with native pollinators and
>have a background working with high-throughput
>sequencing, however students with a more general
>background in population genetics and molecular
>ecology should also feel free to contact me.
>
>Jeff Lozier
>Assistant Professor
>Biological Sciences
>The University of Alabama
>jlozier@ua.edu
>lozierlab.ua.edu
>
>----------
>3) 2 POSTDOCS: POPULATION GENOMICS OF BEES, UPPSALA
>
>We are looking for two postdocs to join Matthew
>Webster's group working on evolutionary genomics
>and population genomics. Research in this group
>currently focuses on two main areas: 1) the
>genetic basis of local adaptation and 2) the
>evolution of recombination. We use multiple
>species of bees to study these questions. The
>research primarily involves population-scale
>genome sequencing and bioinformatic/statistical
>analyses, but there are also opportunities for
>field/apiary work and molecular genetics lab
>work.
>
>A good summary of the research focus can be
>gained from the following publications:
>* Wallberg A, Han F, Wellhagen G, Dahle B,
>Kawata M, Haddad N, Simões ZL, Allsopp MH,
>Kandemir I, De la Rúa P, Pirk CW, Webster MT.
>(2014). A worldwide survey of genome sequence
>variation provides insight into the evolutionary
>history of the honeybee Apis mellifera. Nat
>Genet. 46(10):1081-8.
>* Wallberg A, Glémin S, Webster MT. (2015).
>Extreme recombination frequencies shape genome
>variation and evolution in the honeybee, Apis
>mellifera. PLoS Genet. 11(4):e1005189.
>* Wallberg A, Pirk CW, Allsopp MH, Webster MT.
>(2016). Identification of multiple loci
>associated with social parasitism in honeybees.
>PLoS Genet. 12(6):e1006097.
>
>
>The successful candidates will to work on new
>and ongoing projects under the two main research
>focuses. The main duties involve analysis of
>next-generation sequencing data, including
>processing of raw data, and statistical analysis
>using population/evolutionary genetics methods.
>Involvement in sample collection, molecular
>genetics and teaching/supervision of students is
>also possible depending on requirements of the
>projects and interests of the candidate.
>Successful candidates should be proficient in
>bioinformatics and statistics, ideally including
>perl scripting, analysis of next-gen sequencing
>data and population genetics. A strong interest
>in evolution and social insects is also
>desirable. Excellent communication skills and
>high level of motivation are required. Good
>spoken and written English is required.
>
>Employment will be initially for one year with possibility of extension.
>
>If you are interested in the position, you are
>encouraged to make an informal enquiry to
>Matthew Webster, matthew.webster@imbim.uu.se.
>
>A full job description and details of how to apply can be found here:
>http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=115841
>
>You are welcome to submit your application no later than November 4, 2016.
>
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>4) POSTDOC: BEE STATISTICAL MODELING, UPPSALA
>
>A position in the group of Dr. Eva Forsgen in Uppsala:
>
>Postdoctoral position in statistical epidemiology and modelling
>
>A two year full time position is available for a
>highly motivated post doc to take a central role
>in statistical epidemiology modelling projects
>for honeybee parasites and infectious diseases.
>The position will be located with the honeybee
>research group at the Department of Ecology at
>the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
>in Uppsala. The honeybee research group has
>close collaboration with e.g. the Swedish
>Beekeepers Associations, the national bee health
>advisor and the National Veterinary Institute
>(SVA). The position is based at the Ecology
>Centre at the Swedish University of Agricultural
>Sciences, in Uppsala, Sweden. The centre
>conducts research on sustainable agriculture,
>forest production and biological conservation.
>This includes both fundamental and applied
>research on communities and ecosystems and the
>influences of land use and climate on animals,
>plants, soil nutrient status and greenhouse gas
>balance. This research forms the basis for
>solutions to mitigate climate change, preserve
>threatened species, and benefit biological
>diversity and ecosystem services and control
>pests in managed agricultural, forested and
>urban landscapes. Active dissemination, outreach
>and frequent contacts with stakeholders are key
>activities. Duties: The postdoc will develop and
>implement quantitative dynamic epidemiological
>models to predict the risk of honeybee colony
>disease and mortality in relation to alternative
>treatment and management options. The project
>will evaluate existing veterinary
>epidemiological models and adapt these to
>incorporate honeybee-specific parameters. The
>models will apply data from various sources
>(e.g. biological, bioinformatic, seasonal,
>geographic, anonymized survey, treatment and
>disease data) and integrate different measures
>of epidemiological risk and uncertainty (e.g.
>odds ratios, expert knowledge, semi-quantitative
>measures). Qualifications: A PhD degree in
>veterinary epidemiology, statistics or a related
>field. Experience in mathematical modelling.
>Applicants are expected to have a
>well-documented interest in
>epidemiological-statistical research, expertise
>with database development and management of
>large datasets as well as the design and
>statistical analysis of epidemiological and
>experimental studies. Documented ability to
>independently scientific research and ability to
>produce scientific publications is necessary.
>The applicant is expected to have good English
>oral and written communication skills and
>well-developed ability to cooperate. Experience
>with honeybees is advantageous but not required.
>As postdoctoral appointments are
>career-developing positions for junior
>researchers, we are primarily looking for
>candidates with a doctoral degree that is three
>years old at most.
>
>Place of work: Uppsala
>Form of employment: Temporary employment for 2 years
>Extent: 100%
>Application: We welcome your application marked with Ref no. SLU ua 3852/2016.
>
>Please submit your application to the Registrar
>of SLU, P.O. Box 7070, SE-750 07 Uppsala, Sweden
>or registrator@slu.se no later than November 15,
>2016.
>
>SLU is an equal opportunity employer. The
>Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
>(SLU) develops the understanding and sustainable
>use and management of biological natural
>resources. The university ranks well
>internationally within its subject areas. SLU is
>a research-intensive university that also offers
>unique degree programmes in for example rural
>development and natural resource management,
>environmental economics, animal science and
>landscape architecture. SLU has just over 3,000
>employees, 5,000 students and a turnover of SEK
>3 billion. The university has invested heavily
>in a modern, attractive environment on its
>campuses in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala. www.slu.se
>
>Further information: Eva Forsgren Senior
>extension lecturer +46(0)18672083
>eva.forsgren@slu.se, Joachim Joachim de Miranda
>Associate professor +46(0)18672437
>joachim.de.miranda@slu.se
>
>----------
>5) VOLUNTARY FIELDWORK: WASP EVOLUTION, MALAYSIA
>
>A field assistant is required to help with a
>project on behaviour in social wasps. The
>position is a fantastic opportunity to gain
>tropical field experience, working in a vibrant
>research group, lead by Dr. Seirian Sumner,
>University College London, UK
>(http://www.sumnerlab.co.uk/). This exciting
>project combines behavioural experiments with
>next-generation sequencing to understand the
>molecular mechanisms behind sociality. The
>fieldwork will be conducted in Frasers Hill,
>Malaysia, and will run from January until
>March/April 2017 (minimum three months). The
>work involves marking wasps, manipulations,
>conducting censuses, sample collections, and
>behavioural observations.
>
>Assistants are generally expected to have a good
>degree (2:1 or equivalent) in the biological
>sciences. Background in molecular studies is not
>required, as fieldwork is behavioural based. A
>keen interest in behavioural ecology, social
>evolution, and/or entomology is desirable.
>Applicants should be fit, enthusiastic, hard
>working, happy with living in shared
>accommodation, and working in uncomfortable &
>challenging conditions. Previous experience of
>working on social insects would be an advantage.
>The applicant must be able to commit to the full
>field season. These wasps can sting when
>provoked, so applicant must have no known
>previous allergies to wasp/bee stings. Due to
>the nature of work you may also be required to
>work up ladders, and must have full colour
>vision.
>
>All work-related costs in Malaysia will be paid
>for, including accommodation and flight.
>Worldwide applicants are supported, although
>must be fluent in English.
>
>Please contact Dr. Daisy Taylor
>(daisy.taylor@bristol.ac.uk) for more details.
>Applications should include a CV with email
>addresses for two referees and a 1-page cover
>letter explaining why you would like to work on
>the project. Applications should be submitted by
>e-mail to Dr. Daisy Taylor. Shortlisted
>applications will be notified by email, and will
>be invited for interview either in person or
>over skype/phone.
>
>Dr Daisy Taylor
>Post-doctoral Research Assistant
>School of Biological Sciences
>24 Tyndall Avenue
>Bristol BS8 1TQ UK
>daisy.taylor@bristol.ac.uk
>
>----------
>6) GRADUATE POSITIONS: ANT AND APHID MICROBIOMES, DREXEL UNIVERSITY
>
>The Russell lab at Drexel University seeks
>strongly motivated and passionate Ph.D
>candidates to join them in the Department of
>Biology for the Fall of 2017. The best
>applicants will have background experience in
>molecular ecology, genomics, evolutionary
>biology, or entomology.
>
>Students will work on one of two systems:
>
>1. A 46-million year old nutritional symbiosis
>between Cephalotes turtle ants and their
>symbiotic gut bacteria.
>
>2. Symbioses between defensive bacteria, aphids, and their natural enemies.
>
>For both projects, graduate student research
>will explore symbiont diversity at both the
>taxonomic and functional scales. Research in
>both system uses genomic tools to understand
>symbiont function and evolution. Experimentation
>is also utilized in both systems, which are
>tractable for study in the field and the
>laboratory.
>
>While work on the ant symbiosis will be focused
>on elucidating symbiont function and
>evolutionary history, research on aphids will
>focus on antagonistic evolution between aphids
>natural enemies (wasps and fungal pathogens).
>Alternatively, aphid research could focus on the
>mechanisms underlying strong community structure
>of symbiotic bacteria. FISH microscopy and
>bioinformatics will be among the tools utilized
>for both lines of research, and both are
>supported by strong infrastructure and
>opportunities for training at Drexel.
>
>Collaborators on both projects come from other
>departments at Drexel and renowned institutions
>beyond, providing access to a wide network with
>diverse expertise. Through Jake Russell's joint
>appointment with Drexel's Biodiversity, Earth,
>and Environmental Sciences department, students
>will interact with a broad range of faculty and
>other grad students with interests in organismal
>biology, systematics, ecology, and evolution.
>
>For more information:
>Russell lab website: http://www.pages.drexel.edu/~jar337/index.html
>Researchgate website:
>https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jacob_Russell/?ev=hdr_xprf
>Application website:
>http://www.drexel.edu/grad/programs/coas/biological-sciences/
>Biology department website: http://www.drexel.edu/biology/
>BEES department website: http://drexel.edu/bees/
>Biology's Cell Imaging Center: http://www.pages.drexel.edu/~bio/cores/cic/
>Drexel's Proteus Computer Cluster:
>http://www.drexel.edu/research/urcf/services/cluster/
>
>Interested students should contact Jake Russell
>to discuss their background and aspirations for
>Ph.D research.
>
>Jacob Russell <jar337@drexel.edu>
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