Postdoc position in Plant Eco-Evolutionary Dynamics at Uppsala University
We seek a postdoc to join a project examining how adaptive genetic variation and demographic processes influence evolutionary response and population dynamics in a changing environment. The research uses the short-lived, perennial herb Primula farinosa as a model system, and focuses on the importance of variation in floral traits and life history in relation to differences in the intensity of biotic interactions and climate along a latitudinal gradient.
Tasks of the postdoc include the establishment and monitoring of experiments in the field, modelling of ecoevolutionary processes based on available demographic data collected in the field for seven years, statistical analysis and manuscript preparation. Three overarching questions will be addressed: (1) How is population viability influenced by variation in mutualistic and antagonistic biotic interactions and climate?, (2) How does variation in biotic interactions and climate influence the genetic structure of plant populations?, and (3) How does the presence of genetic variation in traits of adaptive significance and evolutionary responses influence population viability in a changing environment? Specific subprojects can be tailored to the skills and interests of the successful candidate.
The project is a collaboration between the labs of prof Jon Ågren at the Department of Ecology and Genetics, Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University, and prof Johan Ehrlén at the Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences, Stockholm University.
We are looking for a candidate with a keen interest in population biology and eco-evolutionary dynamics. Previous experience of modelling, and field or experimental work is desirable. Proficiency in English is a requirement.
The successful postdoc candidate should have a PhD completed within 3 years of the application deadline (reasons such as prolonged periods of illness and parental leave can motivate a longer period). The postdoc position lasts for two years.
Deadline for application is 28 February 2019
Please find the announcement, with all information about how to apply, at:
http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=249161
For informal enquiries, please contact Jon Ågren, jon.agren@ebc.uu.se, +46-18-471 2860
Some publications from the project:
Thomann, M., J. Ehrlén, and J. Ågren. 2018. Grazers affect selection on inflorescence height both directly and indirectly and effects change over time. Ecology 99:2167-2175.
von Euler, T., J. Ågren, and J. Ehrlén. 2014. Environmental context influences both the intensity of seed predation and plant demographic sensitivity to attack. Ecology 95:495-504.
Ågren, J., F. Hellström, P. Toräng, and J. Ehrlén. 2013. Mutualists and antagonists drive among-population variation in selection and evolution of floral display in a perennial herb. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA 110:18202-18207.
Vanhoenacker, D., J. Ågren, and J. Ehrlén. 2013. Non-linear relationship between intensity of plant-animal interactions and selection strength. Ecology Letters 16:198-205.
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Best,
Jon Ågren
Jon Ågren
Plant Ecology and Evolution
Department of Ecology and Genetics
Evolutionary Biology Centre
Uppsala University
Norbyvägen 18 D
SE-753 36 Uppsala
Sweden
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