Postdoc in Aquatic Viral Ecology

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Linnaeus University is the result of a merger between Kalmar University and Växjö University.
The research activities within the Department of Biology and Environmental Science include the areas of aquatic ecology, cell and organism biology, evolutionary biology, microbiology, environmental science and environmental engineering as well as zoonotic ecology.

The research project
Viruses are the dominant biological entity in aquatic environments and mainly believed to infect microorganisms. At the Aquatic Viral Ecology research group we work on increasing our understanding regarding the genetic diversity within viral populations and communities and how it is linked to biotic and abiotic factors. This project will mainly focus on the impact of cyanophages on the highly abundant filamentous cyanobacteria in the Baltic Sea as well as the impact of different nutrient and carbon source on phage abundance and diversity. The project will use high throughput nucleic acid sequencing of viral community DNA as well as isolated phages to investigate their genetic diversity, linking them to co-variations with their hosts, and investigate the phages metabolic potential and how this affects nutrient fluxes.

Qualification requirements for the position is a PhD-degree in any of the following subjects or an equivalent subject: ecology, environmental microbiology, or environmental virology,
Further, the applicant should have knowledge regarding ‘omics work and experience of work with phages infecting filamentous cyanobacteria.

Other assessment grounds that would place the candidate at an advantage include documented evidence of research experience regarding phages and aquatic virology. Experience of mesocosm work and bioinformatics knowledge regarding handling of ‘omics’ sequencing data is beneficial. In addition, the Post Doc should have a high proficiency in written and spoken English, be able to solve problems, and have the ability to work independently as well as interact well in a research group.

Terms of employment
The position will be 100 % for 1 year, with good opportunities to be extended.
The starting date is June 1, 2017 or as soon as the position can be filled thereafter. The position is located in Kalmar, Sweden.

For further information
Please contact Assistant Professor Karin Holmfeldt (karin.holmfeldt@lnu.se), +46-(0)480-447310;
Head of Department Per-Eric Betzholtz (per-eric.betzholtz@lnu.se), +46-(0)480-446238; or HR-partner Christian Andersson (christian.andersson@lnu.se), +46-(0)470-708506.
Union representatives may be contacted via the university switchboard at +46-772-288000.

Applications should be made through www.lnu.se.
Closing date for application is 10th of April 2017. Mark your application with reference number 2017/1783-2.2.1
 

The application (in English) should contain a CV (with telephone and e-mail), documentation of exams and grades, a description of motivation and experience relevant to the research project and any other documentation that the applicant would like to present. The candidates should also provide contact details (including telephone number and e-mail address) of two reference persons.


Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.

Please apply by clicking on the "Apply" button at the bottom of the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 24.00 on the closing day.