PhD student in molecular Ecology

Swedish University of Agricultural Science Dept.of Wildlife, Fish and Environmental Studies in Umeå PhD student in the research education subject: Molecular Ecology Browsing dynamics and competition PhD position in Molecular Ecology A Ph.D. position in the field of Molecular Ecology (4 years full time) is available at the Department of Wildlife, Fish and Environmental Studies, at SLU, Umeå, Sweden.The position is funded by the Swedish research council, FORMAS.We are looking for a doctoral student who is broadly interested in applying genetic methods to quantify evolutionary and ecological processes in wild populations.The particular Ph.D. project aims to improve our understanding of browsing dynamics in forest habitats, particularly factors affecting individual foraging patterns and cost-benefit tradeoffs.Closing date: Please send your application, marked with reference number 848/09, to "the Registrar, SLU, P.O.Candidates using the electronic submission route should be prepared to complement the electronic application with hard copies on short notice.A complete application should include: 1) short cover letter indicating the reasons for applying and long-term career goals, 2) copy of the Master thesis (or equivalent work), 3) copy of University grades, 4) CV (maximum 2 pages), 5) summary of research experience, and 6) copies of any published or in-press papers (if applicable), and 7) the names of two references (who may be asked to provide a written reference).Shortlisted candidates can expect to be called for interview. Qualifications The successful candidate will be a highly motivated person with a firm theoretical understanding of behavioral and evolutionary ecology, and a strong commitment to basic science.Applicants must have completed a Master degree (or equivalent) in Animal Ecology within the last 3 years.Experience of field and laboratory work, proficiency in writing, data base management and statistics will be valued highly.The position is open to anyone meeting these qualifications. Forms for funding or employment Employment as PhD student 4 years SLU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A person has basic eligibility for third level education if he or she has taken a second level qualification or has completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, including at least 60 higher education credits at second level.Those who met the requirements for general eligibility before July 1st, 2007, i.e.had completed a programme of higher education for at least 180 Higher education credits or the equivalent, will continue to do so until the end of 2015." Selection among applicants meeting the requirements is made with reference to written application including curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and transcripts of academic records, one copy of the dissertation for masters or undergraduate degree, a list of at least two references familiar with the applicant's qualifications, certified knowledge of the English language and an interview. Read more about the PhD education in the Handbook for postgraduate students Read about the PhD education at SLU at www.slu.se/PhD Use this APPLICATION FORM http://www.slu.se/UserFiles/File/ansokningsblankett2_eng.doc For a complete advt: personal.slu.se/job