PhD Student in Ecology

The research project will use systems biology techniques to investigate the microorganisms present in Baltic Sea sediments. The project aims to link the microorganisms present, their metabolic capability revealed by metagenomics and the processes they carry out in response to changing environmental conditions and how this affects nutrient fluxes.


 


Applicants should have a minimum of a good undergraduate degree although candidates with a Masters Degree (240hp/240ECTS) or corresponding experience would be at an advantage. Documented evidence of research in systems biology, sampling of aquatic environments, and measurement of nutrient fluxes would also be an advantage. Basic requirements for post-graduate studies are laid out in the Swedish Higher Education Ordinance (Högskoleförordningen), Chapter 7.


The PhD studies are limited to 4 years (100%) but may be extended to 5 years through teaching at the undergraduate level. Successful completion of the post-graduate studies will lead to a PhD in Ecology with emphasis in microbiology. The position is located in Kalmar, Sweden.

For further information please contact Docent Mark Dopson (mark.dopson@lnu.se), +46-(0)480-447334; Head of Department Tommy Claesson (tommy.claesson@lnu.se), +46-(0)480-446238; or Personnel Officer Therese Gullander (therese.gullander@lnu.se), +46-(0)480-446996.


Union representatives may be contacted via the university switchboard at +46-772-288000.

Applications, you apply through www.lnu.se. Closing date for application is November 28, 2013. Mark your application with reference number PA 2013/520-2.2.1.


The application (in English) should contain a CV (with telephone and e-mail), documentation of exams and grades, a description of motivation and experiences relevant to the research project and any other documentation (including industrial experience) that the applicant would like to present. The candidates should also organize at least two letters of recommendation (with the authors telephone number and e-mail) to be sent directly to Mark Dopson (mark.dopson@lnu.se).