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Postdoc: UIdaho.PlantPhylogenetics

Sat, 25 May 13 09:06:54 +0000

--Apple-Mail=_2EE71FE8-ECD2-4A69-AC4B-897B1D8F2C7A Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Postdoctoral Research Position at the University of Idaho - Phylogeny and Evolution Castilleja (paintbrushes) Position Description: The postdoctoral researcher will work in the lab of David Tank (http://phylodiversity.net/dtank/) to study diversification dynamics in the diverse North American clade of Castilleja (Orobanchaceae). The postdoc will focus on assembly and analysis of next-generation sequencing data using subgenomic approaches (microfluidic PCR, sequence capture) and phylogenetic comparative analysis of biogeographic, morphological, and ecological data, especially in relation to polyploidy. Research will require the integration of cytological, morphological, ecological, and molecular phylogenetic approaches. In addition, the postdoc will have the opportunity to participate in teaching a 2-week Advanced Field Botany course for upper division undergraduates and early career graduate students. More information about the course can be found at http://webpages.uidaho.edu/dtank/AFB/ Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Botany, Biology, Evolution, or related discipline. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with molecular phylogenetics, next-generation sequencing data, phylogenetic comparative methods, and at least basic computational experience (e.g. Unix, R, Python). Evidence of strong writing and communication skills. The position is available starting immediately, but the start date is flexible. The appointment is for one to three years, with annual extensions dependent on satisfactory performance. Please apply by sending a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to David Tank (dtank[at]uidaho.edu). General inquiries are welcome. _________________________________ David C. Tank Assistant Professor & Director, Stillinger Herbarium University of Idaho 208.885.7033 dtank[at]uidaho.edu http://www.phylodiversity.net/dtank/ --Apple-Mail=_2EE71FE8-ECD2-4A69-AC4B-897B1D8F2C7A Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/html; charset="us-ascii"

Postdoctoral Research Position at the University of Idaho - Phylogeny and Evolution Castilleja (paintbrushes)

Position Description: The postdoctoral researcher will work in the lab of David Tank (http://phylodiversity.net/dtank/) to study diversification dynamics in the diverse North American clade of Castilleja (Orobanchaceae). The postdoc will focus on assembly and analysis o">http://phylodiversity.net/dtank/">http://phylodiversity.net/dtank/) to study diversification dynamics in the diverse North American clade of Castilleja (Orobanchaceae). The postdoc will focus on assembly and analysis o f next-generation sequencing data using subgenomic approaches (microfluidic PCR, sequence capture) and phylogenetic comparative analysis of biogeographic, morphological, and ecological data, especially in relation to polyploidy. Research will require the integration of cytological, morphological, ecological, and molecular phylogenetic approaches.

In addition, the postdoc will have the opportunity to participate in teaching a 2-week Advanced Field Botany course for upper division undergraduates and early career graduate students. More information about the course can be found at

http://webpages.uidaho.edu/dtank/AFB/

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Botany, Biology, Evolution, or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with molecular phylogenetics, next-generation sequencing data, phylogenetic comparative methods, and at least basic computati">http://webpages.uidaho.edu/dtank/AFB/">http://webpages.uidaho.edu/dtank/AFB/

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Botany, Biology, Evolution, or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with molecular phylogenetics, next-generation sequencing data, phylogenetic comparative methods, and at least basic computati onal experience (e.g. Unix, R, Python). Evidence of strong writing and communication skills.

The position is available starting immediately, but the start date is flexible. The appointment is for one to three years, with annual extensions dependent on satisfactory performance.

Please apply by sending a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Davi d Tank (dtank[at]uidaho.edu). General inquiries are welcome.

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David C. Tank
Assistant Professor & Director, Stillinger Herbarium
University of Idaho
208.885.7033
dtank[at]uidaho.edu
http://www.phylodiversity.net/dtank/>

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Graduate position: UBielefeld.SalamanderGenomics

Sat, 25 May 13 09:06:53 +0000

Other: Evolution.Video.Contest.Deadline.May31

Sat, 25 May 13 08:06:55 +0000

NESCent Evolution Film Festival - Submission Deadline Approaching (May 31st)! Scientists and science educators of all stripes (students, postdocs, faculty, and full- or part-time science communicators) are invited to enter the third annual Evolution Video Competition, sponsored by the National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent). To enter, please submit a video that explains a fun fact, key concept, compelling question, or exciting area of evolution research in THREE MINUTES OR LESS. Entries may be related or unrelated to your own research, and should be suitable for use in a classroom (K-12, undergraduate, graduate - your choice). Videos should be both informative and entertaining. (In other words, no taped lectures or narrated Powerpoint presentations!) Animations, music videos, and mini documentaries are all fair game. The finalists will be screened at the 2013 Evolution meeting in Snowbird, Utah. (You do not need to attend the conference in order to enter a video.) First- and second-place winners will receive up to $1,000 and $500, respectively, to cover travel expenses to the meeting of their choice, any time within a year of the festival. The deadline to submit your video(s) is FRIDAY, MAY 31st, 2013. For more information (and to see entries from previous years) please visit filmfestival.nescent.org Jory P. Weintraub, PhD Assistant Director, Education & Outreach National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent) 2024 West Main St., Suite A200, Durham, NC 27705 Phone: 919.668.4578 Fax: 919.668.9198 Email: jory[at]nescent.org Skype: jory.weintraub "Weintraub, Jory P"

Graduate position: UGroningen.TheoreticalEvolution

Sat, 25 May 13 08:06:54 +0000

We are looking for a candidate to fill a PhD position in theoretical ecology, with some evolutionary aspects.. The project is titled "Competition theory with a dominance/tolerance trade-off: a mathematical approach to predict species abundances and distributions. Model development, analysis, and application to data on salt marsh." The supervisors areClaire de Mazancourt and Bart Haegeman, Station d'Ecologie Exp鲩mentale de Moulis, and Rampal S. Etienne, Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies, University of Groningen, The Netherlands. The student will be based at the Centre for Biodiversity Theory and Modelling, Station d'Ecologie Exp鲩mentale de Moulis, Ari觥, France, with visits to the University of Groningen, The Netherlands. For more information see http://www.sevab.ups-tlse.fr/fr/popup/detailsSujet.php?id=758(in French) or contact Claire de Mazancourt (claire.demazancourt[at]ecoex-moulis.cnrs.fr) or Rampal Etienne (r.s.etienne[at]rug.nl). We are looking for a candidate with - good communication skills in English - experience in theoretical ecology or a background in mathematics/physics or similar and affinity for biology Interested candidates should apply before *31 MAY 2013* by sending a CV and the names of three references to Claire de Mazancourt (claire.demazancourt[at]ecoex-moulis.cnrs.fr) or Rampal Etienne (r.s.etienne[at]rug.nl). -- Rampal S. Etienne Associate Professor, Community and Conservation Ecology Group University of Groningen The Netherlands +31 50 363 2230 http://www.rug.nl/staff/r.s.etienne/research Visiting address: Centre for Life Sciences Nijenborgh 7 9747 AG Groningen The Netherlands Mail address: Box 11103 9700 CC Groningen The Netherlands "R.S. Etienne"

Graduate position: UppsalaU.PopulationGenetics

Sat, 25 May 13 08:06:53 +0000

PhD position in population genomics 2013-05-15 at the department of Plant Ecology and Evolution, EBC, Uppsala University, Sweden Application no later than 2013-06-15. UFV-PA 2013/1479. Project description: Polyploidy, or whole genome duplication (WGD), occurs in virtually all vascular plants and has played a major role in evolution. In your PhD project you will take advantage of the recent developments in sequencing technology and previous studies in the Capsella genus to characterize genomic and phenotypic changes associated to WGD in the shepherd’s purse (C. bursa-pastoris), a recently formed tetraploid weed. You will first conduct whole-genome resequencing and gene expression studies of accessions from Europe and from China. In a second step, the association between genomic variation and putative adaptive traits will be assessed through association and linkage mapping. These data, together with data in its diploid relatives, will be used to address questions about the genomic consequences of WGD between species and between groups of accessions within species and questions on the consequences of WGD for putative adaptive traits. Part of this work will be done in close cooperation with research groups in Canada and China. An important part of your work will include statistical and genome analyses of large DNA sequence data sets from a number of Capsella genomes. In addition, molecular and experimental studies of specific pathways and phenotypic traits may be included. The exact work-plan of the thesis will be settled together with the doctoral student. The PhD student will be based in the group of Martin Lascoux at the Evolutionary Biology Center. (http://www.ebc.uu.se/forskning/IEG/Plant/Research_groups/Lascoux_group/)   Qualifications: An MSc degree or equivalent in a relevant field is required. We seek a highly motivated student with thorough education and strong interest in evolutionary genetics/genomics, and population genetics. Previous experience with bioinformatical and statistical analysis of modern sequence data is required and a working knowledge of Perl and Python or related programming languages is highly recommended. We are looking for individuals who can work independently but also as part of a team. Candidates must be fluent in English (orally and written). The successful candidate will receive her/his postgraduate training within the postgraduate school at the Evolutionary Biology Centre (http://www.ebc.uu.se/?languageId=1) that is one of world's leading research institutions in evolutionary biology.  Conditions: The postgraduate training comprises four years of full time studies. The successful candidate will receive a postgraduate fellowship the first year (15500SEK/month) and a postgraduate position year 2-4 (23100-27500 SEK/month). The position can be combined with up to 20% of teaching assistantship, which will then prolong the position accordingly. Please feel free to contact Martin Lascoux (Martin.Lascoux[at]ebc.uu.se, +46 18 471 6416) for more information. Union representatives are Anders Grundström, Saco-rådet, tel. +46 18 471 53 80 och Carin Söderhäll, TCO/ST, tel. +46 18 471 19 96, Stefan Djurström, Seko, tel. +46 18 471 33 15.   How to apply: Please prepare a letter of intent including descriptions of 1) your motivation for PhD studies in general and for this position in particular, 2) your education, especially in evolutionary biology, genetics/genomics/bioinformatics, molecular biology, and statistics. The application should further include a CV, an authorized copy of your MSc degree, and the names and contact information (address, email address, and phone number) of at least two reference persons. Relevant publications (including BSc/MSc thesis) should be enclosed. The application must be written in English.  You are welcome to submit your application no later than June 15, 2013, UFV-PA 2013/1479. Use the link below to access the application form. http://www2.personalavd.uu.se/jobb/appform.php?lang=en&case=UFV-PA%202013/1479 Martin Lascoux Department of Ecology and Genetics EBC, Uppsala University Norbyvägen 18D 75236 Uppsala Sweden Tel +46 (0) 18 471 64 16 Fax +46 (0) 18 471 64 57 martin Lascoux

Graduate position: UUppsala.EvolutionaryGenetics

Sat, 25 May 13 08:06:52 +0000

Course: NESCent_Durham.GMODSummerSchool.Jul19-23

Sat, 25 May 13 07:06:57 +0000

Learn how to get started with GMOD's toolkit for genetics and genomics, GMOD in the Cloud! July 19-23, 2013; NESCent, Durham, North Carolina http://gmod.org/wiki/2013_GMOD_Summer_School The 2013 GMOD Summer School is the best way to get to grips with GMOD in the Cloud, GMOD's suite of genomic and genetic software. Over five days, attendees will learn how to install, configure, and run popular GMOD software for visualization, storage, and dissemination of genetic and genomic data. The following software is covered: - Chado, a species-independent database schema covering many areas of genetic and genomic data; - GBrowse, the ubiquitous genome browser; - GBrowse syn, a synteny browser built on GBrowse; - Galaxy, analysis and computation pipeline; - JBrowse, genome browsing evolved; - MAKER, automated annotation pipeline; - Tripal, a slick web interface for displaying and editing data from Chado; and - WebApollo, distributed community genome annotation tool (built on JBrowse). There are additional sessions on setting up a GMOD in the Cloud virtual machine in the Amazon cloud, and common file formats. Courses are taught by members of the software development teams, and there are work sessions in the evenings for participants to talk to the developers or apply what they have been taught to their own data. For more information and to apply, visit http://gmod.org/wiki/2013_GMOD_Summer_School. There are some scholarship funds available for those from underrepresented minorities. All applications should be in by June 10th. If you have any questions, please contact the GMOD help desk at help[at]gmod.org. Hope to see you there! Thanks, Amelia Ireland GMOD Community Support http://gmod.org || [at]gmodproject amelia.ireland[at]gmod.org

Job: UBritishColumbia.BiologyDepartmentHead

Sat, 25 May 13 07:06:55 +0000

Graduate position: WageningenU.BehaviouralManipulation

Sat, 25 May 13 07:06:53 +0000

A PhD position is available at the Laboratory of Virology, Wageningen University, to study the mechanism of viral manipulation of insect behaviour. Job description: We are looking for a talented and highly motivated PhD student to study the mechanism of viral manipulation of insect behaviour. More and more examples accumulate of viruses that manipulate the behaviour of their hosts to increase transmission probability. The goal of this study is to unravel the molecular mechanisms behind behavioural manipulation by viruses in insects, for which caterpillars infected with baculoviruses will be used as a model. As a first step in this research, a viral gene that induces hyperactivity in baculovirus-infected caterpillars was identified. In this project you will apply transcriptomic and proteomic approaches to reveal differences in expression patterns and protein content between hyperactive insects as a consequence of infection with the wild type virus and insects infected with mutant viruses that do not induce this behaviour. These data will provide information about signal transduction pathways and insect effector genes that lead to altered host behaviour. A number of differentially regulated genes and proteins will be selected for follow-up studies (including both molecular and behavioural analyses) to confirm and specify their role in parasitic manipulation. Requirements: We ask: the candidate will have an MSc degree in Biology, Molecular Life Sciences or Biotechnology. Experience with bioinformatics is highly recommended. Knowledge on molecular biology and virology is advantageous, as is affection with behavioural studies. The candidate should have experience with working with complex data sets in a biological setting and will be proficient in the English language. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative spirit. The candidate should also be prepared to assist in the education of BSc and MSc students. Conditions of employment: We offer a full-time position (38 hours), initially for 1 year after which a go/no go decision will be taken on extension with another three years. Gross salary per month 2062 in the first year, rising to 2664 per month in the fourth year, for a fulltime appointment. The candidate will be based at the Laboratory of Virology in Wageningen. Occasional visits to collaborating institutes in Europe are expected. The PhD candidate will be offered a course program via the graduate school Production Ecology and Resource Conservation, which can be tailored to the desires of the candidate and the research team. Information on the research: Dr. Vera Ros, +31(0)317 484461 (vera.ros[at]wur.nl) and Prof. Dr. Monique van Oers +31(0)317 485082 (monique.vanoers[at]wur.nl). Information on the selection procedure: Mrs. Eva Siebelink (eva.siebelink[at]wur.nl). Don't send your application directly to the people mentioned above but use the website to apply www.wageningenur.nl/en/jobs/vacancies. Contract type: Temporary, Tijdelijk dienstverband. Organisation: Wageningen UR (University & Research centre) The Laboratory of Virology is part of the Plant Science Group of Wageningen University. We are situated at the recently established Wageningen Campus. Currently, over 30 researchers, including technicians, PhD students and Postdocs work in the Laboratory of Virology. We offer a lively, research-driven work environment. Research in the Laboratory of Virology focuses on plant viruses, arboviruses and insect viruses. Plant viruses form a major threat for crops and ornamentals and are often transmitted by insect vectors. Arboviruses are transmitted by insects as well and cause disease in humans and animals. Insect-infecting viruses on the other hand are pathogenic to insects and are used to control pest insects. Insect viruses are also in use biotechnologically to produce recombinant proteins in insect cells for instance for vaccines. Our research concentrates on virus-host and virus-vector interactions viruses, with special attention for defence mechanisms, viral evasion strategies and host manipulation mechanisms. Wageningen University & Research centre Delivering a substantial contribution to the quality of life. That's our focus each and every day. Within our domain, healthy food and living environment, we search for answers to issues affecting society such as sustainable food production, climate change and alternative energy. Of course, we don't do this alone. Every day, 6,500 people work on the quality of life, turning ideas into reality, on a global scale. Could you be one of these people? We give you the space you need. For further information about working at Wageningen UR, take a look at www.wageningenur.nl/en/Jobs.htm. Additional information: Vera Ros, tel. 0317-484461 More information about employer Wageningen UR (University & Research centre) <https://www.academictransfer.com/employer/WUR/> on AcademicTransfer. Direct link to this job opening: www.academictransfer.com/18564 Dr. ir. Vera I.D. Ros Laboratory of Virology Wageningen University Droevendaalsesteeg 1 6708 PB Wageningen The Netherlands tel: +31-317-484461 fax: +31-317-484820 vera.ros[at]wur.nl www.vir.wur.nl vera.ros[at]wur.nl

Postdoc: UArizona.VertebratePhylogenomics

Fri, 24 May 13 09:06:50 +0000

Other: LilyLeafBeetle.samples

Fri, 24 May 13 09:06:48 +0000

Dear Evoldir members, We are investigating the route(s) of invasion of the lily leaf beetle (Lilioceris lilii) in North America. We would be grateful to anyone willing to send us ethanol-preserved samples (15-30 individuals) from Eurasia. This conspicuous red insect lives exclusively on lilies (Lilium) and fritillary (Fritillaria), you may have seen it in your garden or in public parks. (http://invasives.biodiversityireland.ie/wp-content/uploads/lily_leaf_beetle-U.S-fact-sheet.pdf) Please contact me for further information ('collection kit', mailing addresses, etc). Alessandro Dieni, Candidat Msc. Laboratoire Jacques Brodeur - Institut de Recherche en Biologie V駩tale Universit頤e Montr顬 4101 Sherbrooke Est - Bureau G202 Montr顬, Qc, Canada, H1X 2B2 T鬩phone (514) 343-6111 #82548 Courriel : alessandro.dieni-lafrance[at]umontreal.ca Alessandro Dieni

Postdoc:Vanderbilt.EvolutionPregnancy

Fri, 24 May 13 08:06:56 +0000

--_000_1310770FFC7F054F86624ECBDC7E00D02A9CD6ITSHCWNEM101dsvan_ Content-Type: text/plain; charset="Windows-1252" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable A postdoctoral position is available to join a new collaboration between the Abbot and Rokas labs at Vanderbilt University. We are seeking candidates with strong backgrounds in evolutionary genetics and genomics, with expertise in statistical/computational/quantitative genetics. The primary appointment will be in the Abbot lab, but the candidate will join a team of faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and technicians in Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt. The Abbot lab studies social evolution and species interactions between insects and microbes, using a variety of evolutionary and molecular approaches. The candidate will be encouraged to develop independent research and training directions. However, the candidate will be a primary associate in Abbot & Rokas' team working in a new March of Dimes-funded transdisciplinary Center, the goal of which is to elucidate the biology of birth timing and the pathogenesis of preterm birth to allow evidence-based development of preventative measures (http://www.marchofdimes.com/news/11085.html). Preterm birth is a frequent and often devastating adverse outcome of pregnancy, and the single most challenging problem in modern obstetric practice and child health. As part of the new Center, the Abbot & Rokas labs are developing the computational and conceptual tools necessary for generating a comprehensive evolutionary synthesis of human pregnancy. Our goal is to generate a set of database tools that will build bridges between evolutionary biologists, geneticists, developmental biologists, physiologists, obstetricians, and social anthropologi sts, and to exploit the power of cross-species comparisons and macroevolutionary history in order to elucidate human birth timing and disease susceptibility. The Department of Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University has a diverse research faculty. The department is centrally located on the main campus, and adjoins the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Vanderbilt researchers enjoy the participation of excellent undergraduates and the resources of a thriving medical center. Our campus is located in the heart of Nashville, an up-and-coming, yet friendly and inexpensive city situated amidst the rolling hills of biologically diverse middle Tennessee. Candidates should send a CV and contact information for three references to Dr. Patrick Abbot, patrick.abbot@vanderbilt.edu. The position is effective immediately / July 1ST 2013 onward. Patrick Abbot Department of Biological Sciences Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37235 Tel. 615.936.2550 patrick.abbot@vanderbilt.edu http://vanderbilt.edu/abbotlab/Home.html See also: Antonis Rokas (http://as.vanderbilt.edu/rokaslab/) --_000_1310770FFC7F054F86624ECBDC7E00D02A9CD6ITSHCWNEM101dsvan_ Content-Type: text/html; charset="Windows-1252" Content-ID: <4067D73D96CEC143ABC1AE861EA56AE4[at]email.mc.vanderbilt.edu> Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable

A postdoctoral position is available to join a new collaboration between the Abbot and Rokas labs at Vanderbilt University. We are seeking candidates with strong backgrounds in evolutionary genetics and genomics, with expertise in statistical/computational/quantitative genetics. The primary appointment will be in the Abbot lab, but the candidate will join a team of faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and technicians in Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt. The Abbot lab studies social evolution and species interactions between insects and microbes, using a variety of evolutionary and molecular approaches.

The candidate will be encouraged to develop independent research and training directions. However, the candidate will be a primary associate in Abbot & Rokas' team working in a new March of Dimes-funded transdisciplinary Center, the goal of which is to elucidate the biology of birth timing and the pathogenesis of preterm birth to allow evidence-based development of preventative measures (http://www.marchofdimes.com/news/11085.html)">http://www.marchofdimes.com/news/11085.html">http://www.marchofdimes.com/news/11085.html). Preterm birth is a frequent and often devastating adverse outcome of pregnancy, and the single most challenging problem in modern obstetric practice and child health. As part of the new Center, the Abbot & Rokas labs are developing the computational and conceptual tools necessary for generating a comprehensive evolutionary synthesis of human pregnancy. Our goal is to generate a set of database tools that will build bridges between evolutionary biologists, geneticists, developmental biologists, physiologists, obstetricians, and social anthropologists, and to exploit the power of cross-species comparisons and macroevolutionary history in order to elucidate human birth timing and disease susceptibility.

The Department of Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University has a diverse research faculty. The department is centrally located on the main campus, and adjoins the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Vanderbilt researchers enjoy the participation of excellent undergraduates and the resources of a thriving medical center. Our campus is located in the heart of Nashville, an up-and-coming, yet friendly and inexpensive city situated amidst the rolling hills of biologically diverse middle Tennessee. Candidates should send a CV and contact information for three references to Dr. Patrick Abbot, patrick.abbot[at]vanderbilt.edu. The position is effective immediately / July 1^ST 2013 onward.

Patrick Abbot

Department of Biological Sciences

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37235

Tel. 615.936.2550

patrick.abbot[at]vanderbilt.edu

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See also: Antonis Rokas (http://as.vanderbilt.edu/rokaslab/)http://as.vanderbilt.edu/rokaslab/">http://as.vanderbilt.edu/rokaslab/)>

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Job: UHelsinki.ConservationBiol

Fri, 24 May 13 08:06:55 +0000

University Lecturer conservation biology, with special emphasis on the ecological and evolutionary issues of conservation biology Position announced on: May 13, 2013 Apply at latest on: Jun 14, 2013 Fixed-term: Permanent Employer: Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences Department of Biosciences The University of Helsinki is among the leading multidisciplinary research universities in the world and the most versatile institution of scholarship, education and intellectual stimulation in Finland. In addition to its 11 faculties, the University of Helsinki includes several independent institutes, some of which are jointly operated with other universities. Some 35,000 students are currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University. The Department of Biosciences in the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki, is Finland's largest and most prominent institution engaged in the research and teaching of the biosciences. The Department of Biosciences, based in the Viikki Science Park, is among the largest departments of the University. Its budget is EUR 24 million, and it employs over 300 people. The Department is divided into six divisions, namely those of biochemistry, ecology and evolutionary biology, physiology and neuroscience, plant biology, genetics, general microbiology. The Department coordinates the administration and provision of basic teaching for all students during the first few years of study, but each of the above major subject divisions are independently responsible for their teaching and research. The Department also offers a degree programme that provides students with the qualification of a biology teacher. The Department of Biosciences invites applications for the position of UNIVERSITY LECTURER The field of the position is conservation biology, with special emphasis on the ecological and evolutionary issues of conservation biology. The duties of the university lecturer include providing basic and intermediate level teaching, supervising and examining theses, conducting research in the field and attending to any other duties involving the discipline. Moreover, the duties include coordinating and developing teaching for international students. According to the University of Helsinki Regulations, holders of university lectureships are required to possess an applicable doctoral degree, to have the ability to provide high quality research-based teaching and to supervise theses and dissertations. When assessing the qualifications of the applicants, attention shall be paid to scientific publications and other research results of scientific value, teaching experience and pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning materials, other teaching merits and, if necessary, a teaching demonstration. University lecturers are required to be competent in the language in which they provide instruction. According to the Government Decree on Universities, university instructors must have at least satisfactory oral and written skills in Finnish and Swedish. Foreign citizens, non-native Finnish citizens or citizens who have not been educated in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from this requirement without a separate application. To successfully attend to the duties of the position, appointees must also have good English skills. The salary will be based on levels 5-7 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. Applications must be accompanied by a CV, a list of publications and other documents that may be relevant to filling the position, or alternatively, an academic portfolio containing the above-mentioned documents. Applicants who do not intend to enclose an academic portfolio with their applications must enclose a brief written report of their qualifications which they deem relevant to the assessment of their teaching skills. Further information about the academic portfolio and assessment of teaching qualifications can be obtained from the Faculty Office or the Faculty's website, or from the following website: http://www.helsinki.fi/henkos/academicportfolio/index.htm. Applications addressed to the head of the Department of Biosciences, together with the required enclosures, must be delivered to the following address: Registry of the University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 33 (Yliopistonkatu 4), 00014 University of Helsinki, Finland, or to hy-kirjaamo[at]helsinki.fi. The closing date for applications is June 14, 2013. (The Registry closes at 15.45 local Helsinki time.) Further information may be obtained from Professor Veijo Kaitala, +358 9 19157723, veijo.kaitala[at]helsinki.fi. http://www.helsinki.fi/recruitment/index.html?id=67217 Anna-Liisa Laine

Graduate position: Vienna.PopulationGenetics

Fri, 24 May 13 08:06:54 +0000

Conference: UGroningen.IndividualDifferences.Nov1-3

Fri, 24 May 13 08:06:48 +0000

International Conference on Individual Differences (20th KNDV Congress of Zoology) 1-3 November 2013 Groningen, The Netherlands www.rug.nl/fwn/indiv This meeting aims to bring together different perspectives on the importance, mechanisms, function and evolution of consistent individual differences at different levels of biological organisation. Jointly organised by the Groningen Centres for Behaviour and Neurosciences (http://www.rug.nl/research/cbn/) and Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (http://www.rug.nl/research/cees/), under the auspices of the Royal Dutch Zoological Society (http://kndv.science.ru.nl/index.html). Plenary speakers include: Stephen Suomi (National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, Bethesda, Maryland) Renee Duckworth (University of Arizona) Jonathan Seckl (University of Edinburgh) Distinguished Zoologist Lecture: Judy Stamps (University of California at Davis) We welcome contributions to the following seven symposia: . Individuality and neurobiology . Individuality and chronobiology . Individuality and energetics . Individuality and behaviour . Individuality and ecology, evolution and biodiversity . Individuality: applications and implications (welfare, biomedicine and conservation) . Individuality and aging In addition, it will be possible to submit contributions to a general symposium. Registration and Abstract submission for oral and poster contributions is now open. Check the conference website: www.rug.nl/fwn/indiv Dr. Martine E. Maan University of Groningen Department of Behavioural Biology room 5171-1.42 +31 (0)50 363 2196 visiting address: Nijenborgh 7 - 9747 AG Groningen mailing address: PO Box 11103 - 9700 CC Groningen packages: Nijenborgh 4 - 9747 AG Groningen www.rug.nl/staff/m.e.maan www.martinemaan.nl M.E.Maan[at]rug.nl

Postdoc: LBBE_Lyon.AncestralGenomes

Fri, 24 May 13 07:06:54 +0000

Other: Paper by Muck Lampert

Fri, 24 May 13 07:06:53 +0000

Postdoc:SydneyAustralia.GenomeEvolution

Fri, 24 May 13 07:06:50 +0000

The Darling lab at the University of Technology Sydney, in collaboration with Dr. Erik Matsen's group at Fred Hutchison Cancer Research Center, is exploring statistical inference algorithms for the next generation of genome evolution models. We have the opportunity to support an inspired postdoctoral researcher to join in this effort. In this role you would develop novel statistical methods and software to analyze genomes and metagenomes in forensic and environmental systems. You would be developing scalable approaches to Bayesian inference of phylogenetic models of genome evolution. Approaches of interest include Sequential Monte Carlo methods, Variational Bayes, hybrid SMC/MCMC approaches, and approximate Bayesian methods. As a Postdoctoral Research Associate experience and qualifications will include (but not be limited to): * Ph.D in computer science, statistics, bioinformatics, or quantitative population genetics * Knowledge of Bayesian phylogenetic inference * Strong computational, mathematical and/or statistical skills * Software engineering in C++, Java or Python UTS offers a friendly and collaborative work culture at its city campus, which is undergoing an exciting redevelopment program. The appointee will join a committed and energetic team within the ithree institute of the Faculty of Science. Salary: $65,539 - $79,822pa. plus 17% superannuation. See the UTS page for further information and to apply: http://www.jobs.uts.edu.au/job/job_details.cfm?id=813415 Contact Aaron Darling with questions: aaron.darling[at]uts.edu.au -- Aaron E. Darling, Ph.D. Associate Professor, ithree institute University of Technology Sydney Australia http://darlinglab.org twitter: [at]koadman UTS CRICOS Provider Code: 00099F DISCLAIMER: This email message and any accompanying attachments may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, do not read, use, disseminate, distribute or copy this message or attachments. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this message. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender expressly, and with authority, states them to be the views of the University of Technology Sydney. Before opening any attachments, please check them for viruses and defects. Think. Green. Do. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

Other: ASN support for regional meetings

Thu, 23 May 13 08:06:50 +0000

The American Society of Naturalists (ASN) invites organizers of local or regional conferences specializing in the areas of ecology and evolution to apply for funds to enhance and support student participation in their meetings. Previous awards in the range of $500-$1500 have been used to support plenary speakers, provide student presentation awards, and reduce registration fees for ASN student members. Please send a short letter describing the intended uses of funds to the chair of the ASN Regional Liaison Committee, Mike Whitlock (whitlock[at]zoology.ubc.ca). Requests should be made at least a month before the registration opens for the meeting and include information about the expected size and focus of the meeting. Informal inquiries in advance of a written proposal are welcome. Michael Whitlock whitlock[at]zoology.ubc.ca Department of Zoology - University of British Columbia 6270 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 CANADA phone: (604) 822-2069 FAX: (604) 822-2416 Michael Whitlock

Job: UColorado.TeachingEvolBiol

Thu, 23 May 13 08:06:45 +0000

Symposium: UWisconsin_Madison.SoberFest.May24-25

Thu, 23 May 13 08:06:43 +0000

Program All sessions will be held at the Pyle Center (location info) An interactive map of all workshop events can be found here. Friday – 5/24 9:00am - Welcome to Soberfest; introductory remarks by Larry Shapiro 9:15am - 10:30am - Paradoxes of Consistency and (Revising) the Logic of Belief Branden Fitelson (Rutgers) Chair: John Basl (Bowling Green) 10:45am - 12:00pm - Recalibrating Morgan's Canon Eric Saidel (George Washington) Chair: John Koolage (Eastern Michigan) 1:45pm - 3:00pm - Embodied Cognition and Emotion Fred Adams (Delaware) Chair: Melinda Hogan (Kwantlen Polytechnic) 3:15pm - 4:30pm - Non-Causal Features of Causal Explanation Angela Potochnik (Cincinnati) Chair: Matt Kopec (Colorado) 4:45pm - 6:00pm - KEYNOTE - Golden Gettier: What We (Should Have) Learned Fred Dretske (Duke) Chair: Zac Ernst (Missouri) 6:30 - 9:00 Dinner at Steenbock's on Orchard http://steenbocksonorchard.com/ - be sure to let me (joel[at]joelvelasco.net) know if you prefer chicken or a vegetarian entree. There will also be a cash bar. Saturday – 5/25 9:00am - 10:15am - Is it Prudent to be an Evidentialist? Chris Stephens (University of British Columbia) Chair: Shannon Spaulding (Oklahoma State) 10:30am - 11:45am - Deconstructing the Future: Causation, Interventionist Thinking, and the non-Identity Problem Tom Bontly (Connecticut) Chair: Matt Barker (Concordia) 1:45pm - 3:00pm - Does the philosophy of biology have any use? Steven Orzack (The Fresh Pond Research Institute) Chair: Paul Anders (Mount Marty) 3:15pm - 4:30pm - What is Science? Popper and Evolutionary Theory Mehmet Elgin (Muğla University, Turkey) Chair: Deborah Mower (Youngstown) 4:45pm - 6:00pm – KEYNOTE - Which of the many things that are causes of a sensory impression is the one being perceived? Denny Stampe (University of Wisconsin) Chair: Greg Novack (Wayne State) 6:30 - 9:00 Dinner at Porta Bella restaurant http://www.portabellarestaurant. biz/ - This will be appetizers and a cash bar. After dinner: Malcolm Forster has invited everyone to come to his apartment for an after dinner party Saturday night. The address is 620 N Carroll St, Apt 713. This is about a 10 minute walk from Porta Bella (about about the same back to the Lowell Center). program selection committee: Marc Ereshefsky, University of Calgary Larry Shapiro, University of Wisconsin Joel Velasco, California Institute of Technology organizing committee: Joel Velasco Marc Ereshefsky Denis Walsh André Ariew Branden Fitelson Larry Shapiro Daniel Hausman Malcolm Forster orzack

Conference: Montreal.BiodiversityMathematics.Sep16-20

Thu, 23 May 13 07:06:46 +0000

Mathematics for an evolving biodiversity September 16-20, 2013 CRM, Montr顬 (Canada) *EARLY REGISTRATION AND ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 15TH* **Contributed talks and posters are welcome** http://www.crm.umontreal.ca/2013/Biodiversity13/index_e.php Hosted by the Center for Mathematical Research in Montr顬 (Canada), in the context of MATH FOR PLANET EARTH YEAR 2013 <http://mpe2013.org/> Organizers : Jonathan Davies (McGill), Amaury Lambert (UPMC Univ Paris 6 and Coll觥 de France), Nicolas Lartillot (Montr顬) List of invited speakers Graham Bell (McGill University) Troy Day (Queen's University) Rampal S. Etienne (University of Groningen) R駩s Ferri貥 (Universit預ierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6)) Sergey Gavrilets (University of Tennessee) Emma Goldberg (University of Illinois) Luke Harmon (University of Idaho) Stephen Hubbell (UCLA) Steven Kembel (UQAM) Mark McPeek (Dartmouth College) Arne Mooers (Simon Fraser University) Mark Pagel (University of Reading) Todd Parsons (Univ. Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6)) Pedro Peres-Neto (UQAM) Daniel Rabosky (University of Michigan) Richard Ree (Field Museum of Natural History) Liam Revell (University of Massachusetts Boston) James Rosindell (Imperial College) Mike Steel (University of Canterbury) Chi Tran (Universit頤es Sciences et Technologies de Lille) John Wiens (University of Arizona) Conference agenda This workshop will provide an overview of recent theoretical and methodological developments for modeling the complex evolutionary dynamics that have shaped the structure of contemporary biodiversity. Theoretical work at the interface between ecology and evolutionary studies will be presented, as well as its applications to empirical data. This will include mathematical and probabilistic modeling, statistical methodologies, and new insights obtained from biological data. Accordingly, the workshop will gather a variety of participants within the fields of probability, statistics, ecology and evolutionary biology, and working on the following themes: - Likelihood-based phylogenetic tests of macroevolutionary hypotheses, based on models of diversification patterns incorporating density dependence, heterogeneity among lineages and species selection effects, as well as various models of trait evolution. - Ecophylogenetics, and theories such as the neutral theory of biodiversity, for deriving macroevolutionary models of species distribution and turnover from first principles of community ecology. - Adaptive dynamics and other models of evolving biodiversity, for linking micro-evolution and adaptation with global ecological patterns. - Probabilistic models of phylogeography, and their role in our understanding of biodiversity gradients. You might also be interested in the workshop on 'Mathematics and Sequence Evolution: Biological Models and Application', organized by Mathieu Blanchette (McGill) and Herv預hilippe (Montr顬), which will take place the following week, September 23-27 2013, in Montr顬, also in the context of the thematic semester on biodiversity and evolution organized by the Center for Mathematical Research: <http://www.crm.umontreal.ca/act/theme/theme_2013_2_en/mathematics_sequence_ evolution13_e.php>. You may want to make the most of your time in Montr顬 and attend both events. nicolas.lartillot[at]umontreal.ca

Other: Invisorb - DNA Plant HTS 96kit/C

Thu, 23 May 13 07:06:45 +0000

postdoc: theory of evolvability

Thu, 23 May 13 07:06:44 +0000

A postdoc position is available to work with Joanna Masel (http://eebweb.arizona.edu/faculty/masel) at the University of Arizona in Tucson. A popular tourist destination surrounded on all four sides by mountainous national and state parks, Tucson is a vibrant city of nearly a million people with an attractive climate. The EEB department in Tucson was ranked in the top 10 by US News & World Report. The Masel group's main research interests are in robustness and evolvability, using a mixture of analytical theory, bioinformatic and simulation approaches. In previous work (Rajon & Masel 2011 PNAS), we explored the evolutionary consequences of the simple fact that all molecular processes, from transcription to protein interactions, are subject to errors. The evolution of error rates is bistable. One attractor represents a global proofreading solution that avoids making errors at many loci at once, the other a local robustness solution, where errors happen at high rates but the consequences of each error have evolved, one locus at a time, to be benign. Populations that evolved the local solution were much more evolvable, with selection acting on the consequences of errors acting as a playground to explore and prescreen possible future mutations. We are looking for a postdoc to extend this and related work (Rajon & Masel 2013 Genetics) to examine sexual as well as asexual populations, and to test the controversial hypothesis of the adaptive evolution of evolvability. In other words, might the high evolvability of local solutions cause their prevalence to increase? A strong quantitative background, good programming skills, and previous modeling experience are all required. A background in evolutionary theory is strongly preferred. Some interest in the molecular biology of transcription, translation, protein folding and binding, and the errors in each of these processes is an advantage. The position is available starting August 26, 2013, and is renewable, with funding secured for at least two years. Contact Joanna Masel at masel[at]u.arizona.edu for more information and/or to apply.

Job: Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher

Wed, 22 May 13 14:06:40 +0000

--Apple-Mail-1462-36093361 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed; delsp=yes Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher Organization: Florida State University Job Location: Tallahassee, FL Job Description: To join our integrative laboratory team, which is generating data for phylogenomics, phylogeography, and population genetics on a massive scale using enrichment procedures and high-throughput sequencing (i.e., Illumina). Researcher will serve as the project coordinator, organizing collaborative research projects, managing the laboratory, developing novel applications for hybridization-based enrichment, providing training to laboratory members, and performing bench-level molecular work (e.g., library preparation, hybrid enrichment). Researcher will have opportunities for authorship and co-authorship on relevant papers. Qualifications: Candidate must have demonstrated organizational skills, excellent laboratory experience and troubleshooting skills, a strong background in molecular biology, good experience in protocol development, solid leadership skills, and a record of high productivity. Candidate must have the strong interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with a wide range of collaborators. Candidates with a background in genomic data collection and/or several years of experience in molecular laboratory management will be given precedence during application review. Start Date: June-Sept 2013 (earlier end of this range preferred) Characteristic Duties: - Organize and manage collaborative projects - Assist in development and troubleshooting of new genomic protocols - Conduct various bench level experiments - Oversee assistant laboratory technicians - Maintain laboratory (order reagents, etc. or delegate these duties) - Provide advice and/or training in molecular techniques to fellow lab members - Assist in mentoring undergraduate lab projects - Attend weekly meeting for planning experiments Essential requirements: (1) BS, MS, or PhD degree with either graduate experience or a minimum of two years of professional molecular laboratory experience (2) Strong background in molecular biology techniques (3) Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills required; must be able to work independently, solve problems, and interact with lab members. Contact Information: chorusfrog[at]bio.fsu.edu Please insert "Lemmon Lab Research Scientist" in subject header and attach a CV. Letters will be requested as needed. About Our Organization: The researcher selected will become part of the integrative laboratory groups of Alan Lemmon and Emily Moriarty Lemmon in the Department of Biological Science at Florida State University (in state capital Tallahassee, Florida). Our research interests and active research areas include theoretical and empirical phylogenetics, genomics, bioinformatics, speciation, behavioral evolution, phylogeography, population genetics, and development of new methods for data collection and data analysis for high-throughput phylogenomics. For information about Florida State University: www.bio.fsu.edu/ For information about Tallahassee, Florida: www.visittallahassee.com/ For information about research in the Lemmon Laboratories: www.evotutor.org/LemmonLab/ www.bio.fsu.edu/chorusfrog/index.html www.bio.fsu.edu/faculty-moriarty-lemmon.php Emily Moriarty Lemmon Department of Biological Science Florida State University 319 Stadium Drive, P.O. Box 3064295 Tallahassee, FL 32306-4295 Phone: 850-645-9170 http://www.bio.fsu.edu/chorusfrog/index.html http://www.bio.fsu.edu/faculty-moriarty-lemmon.php --Apple-Mail-1462-36093361 Content-Type: text/html; charset=WINDOWS-1252 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable

Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher

Organization:

Florida State University

Job Location:

Tallahassee, FL

Job Description:

To join our integrative laboratory team, which is generating data for phylogenomics, phylogeography, and population genetics on a massive scale using enrichment procedures and high-throughput sequencing (i.e., Illumina). Researcher will serve as the project coordinator, organizing collaborative research projects, managing the laboratory, developing novel applications for hybridization-based enrichment, providing training to laboratory members, and performing bench-level molecular work (e.g., library preparation, hybrid enrichment). Researcher will have opportunities for authorship and co-authorship on relevant papers.

Qualifications:

Candidate must have demonstrated organizational skills, excellent laboratory experience and troubleshooting skills, a strong background in molecular biology, good experience in protocol development, solid leadership skills, and a record of high productivity. Candidate must have the strong interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with a wide range of collaborators. Candidates with a background in genomic data collection and/or several years of experience in molecular laboratory management will be given precedence during application review.

Start Date: June-Sept 2013 (earlier end of this range preferred)

Characteristic Duties:

- Organize and manage collaborative projects

- Assist in development and troubleshooting of new genomic protocols

- Conduct various bench level experiments

- Oversee assistant laboratory technicians

- Maintain laboratory (order reagents, etc. or delegate these duties)

- Provide advice and/or training in molecular techniques to fellow lab members

- Assist in mentoring undergraduate lab projects

- Attend weekly meeting for planning experiments

Essential requirements:

(1) BS, MS, or PhD degree with either graduate experience or a minimum of two years of professional molecular laboratory experience

(2) Strong background in molecular biology techniques

(3) Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills required; must be able to work independently, solve problems, and interact with lab members.

Contact Information:

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Please insert "Lemmon Lab Research Scientist" in subject header and attach a CV. Letters will be requested as needed.

About Our Organization:

The researcher selected will become part of the integrative laboratory groups of Alan Lemmon and Emily Moriarty Lemmon in the Department of Biological Science at Florida State University (in state capital Tallahassee, Florida). Our research interests and active research areas include theoretical and empirical phylogenetics, genomics, bioinformatics, speciation, behavioral evolution, phylogeography, population genetics, and development of new methods for data collection and data analysis for high-throughput phylogenomics.

For information about Florida State University:

www.bio.fsu.edu/

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For information about Tallahassee, Florida:

www.visittallahassee.com/

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For information about research in the Lemmon Laboratories:

www.evotutor.org/LemmonLab/

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Emily Moriarty Lemmon

Department of Biological Science

Florida State University

319 Stadium Drive, P.O. Box 3064295

Tallahassee, FL 32306-4295

Phone: 850-645-9170

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Course: Microbial Ecology of Amphibian Decline

Wed, 22 May 13 13:06:47 +0000

This is a multipart message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_00B0_01CE5634.4AB0C530 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Hello, Below is a brief description of the Organization for Tropical Studies' Microbial Ecology of Amphibian Decline, an upcoming graduate-level specialty course which will be taught in Costa Rica from July 29 - August 12, 2013. The course is worth 2 graduate academic credits transferable to all institutions within the Organization for Tropical Studies consortium, which includes over 50 universities in the USA, Latin America, South Africa and Australia. This course may be of interest to students in the fields of microbial ecology, amphibian ecology, vertebrate survey techniques, disease ecology and amphibian decline, emphasizing on modern approaches: genomics, proteomics and metabolomics. http://ots.ac.cr/images/downloads/education/graduate/specialty-courses/amphi biandecline.pdf Your circulation of this material among graduate students in different departments and programs would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks! -- Microbial Ecology of amphibian decline Microbes are essential components of the environment because they provide key services that support ecosystem functioning. Our ability to understand these microbes has advanced substantially due to the recent development of rapid, low-cost, high-throughput sequencing. Entire microbiomes can now be characterized to understand both the identity and function of microbes within these communities. As a result, we are now gaining insights into microbial communities that are associated with animals. These recent developments in technology poise the field of microbial ecology to make important discoveries and advances regarding their relationship to amphibian decline. This course will present students with a variety of topics relevant to the microbial ecology of amphibian decline, emphasizing on modern OMICS approaches (genomics, proteomics and metabolomics). During the first part of the course at La Selva Biological Station, students will learn to identify and sample amphibians in the field, detect by culture dependent and molecular techniques of both symbiotic and pathogenic microbes including Batrachotrychium dendrobatidis (Bd) and ranavirus, as well as build phylogenetic trees and analyze complete genomes of these microbes. At the end of this period, students will be able to design their own hypotheses and test them the following week at the University of Costa Rica, employing a combination of genetic, proteomic and metabolomics approach. Course Content Through fieldwork, computer-based and laboratory analyses, this course will help students gain basic knowledge and hands-on experience in the following diverse fields: amphibian ecology, vertebrate survey techniques, disease ecology, isolation and laboratory culture of amphibian pathogens, microbial ecology and diversity, host-microbe symbioses, molecular biology, phylogenetics, next generation sequencing technologies, comparative genomics, proteomics and metabolomics. Participants The course will be held in Costa Rica and is limited to 20 students. We anticipate that half of the students will come from Latin American institutions and about half from U.S. institutions. All participants should be fluent in English. A working knowledge of Spanish would be useful. The course is intended for graduate students with an interest in amphibian conservation, microbial ecology or global change biology. Course Instructors:

Job: UAlabama.ResTech.DrosophilaGenetics

Wed, 22 May 13 13:06:40 +0000

The University of Alabama is seeking qualified applicants for a Research Technician to work in a Drosophila genomics lab. The successful candidate will assist the Principal Investigator (Laura Reed) in a 5-year NIH funded project to map the genetic basis of dietary variation in endophenotypes (e.g. gene expression, metabolites) relating to diabetes and obesity in Drosophila melanogaster. Bachelor of Science degree or higher in a discipline related to the position and one year of relevant experience required; some experience working with molecular genetic techniques is required. Must be willing to make at least a two-year commitment to the position. Visit Employment Opportunities at http://jobs.ua.edu for more information and to apply. EEO/AA Laura K. Reed Assistant Professor Dept. of Biological Sciences University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Office: 2330 SEC, Lab: 2322 SEC Mailing address: Box 870344, Tuscaloosa AL 35487 office: 205-348-1345 lab: 205-348-1368 lreed1[at]bama.ua.edu http://flygxe.ua.edu/ "Reed, Laura"

Job: Purdue University Continuing Lecturer

Wed, 22 May 13 12:06:40 +0000

The Purdue University Department of Biological Sciences in West Lafayette, Indiana is advertising a Continuing Lecturer position. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in the biological sciences or related discipline and preferably two years of teaching experience at the university level. The successful candidate will teach lecture courses in a sophomore-level ecology & evolution class and introductory genetics for majors. The initial contract for this position is two years with potential of continuation based on performance. Applications must be submitted electronically to https://hiring.science.purdue.edu as single PDF files that include a detailed curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three references, a 2-3 page summary of statement of teaching interests and/or philosophy. Inquiries should be directed to Continuing Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University, 915 West State Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2054 or emailed to search[at]bio.purdue.edu. Review of applications will continue until position is filled.

Graduate position: URennes.PolyploidGenomeEvolution

Wed, 22 May 13 11:06:47 +0000

Conference: 17th Evolutionary Biology Meeting at Marseilles Dead Line

Wed, 22 May 13 11:06:40 +0000

Dear all the dead line for the abstract submissions for the 17th EBM is june 30 more info including the list of the first accepted abstract is available : http://sites.univ-provence.fr/evol-cgr/ all the best Pierre Pierre PONTAROTTI

Graduate position: UFlorida.AntEvolution

Wed, 22 May 13 10:06:39 +0000

Call for applications: Masters Position in Ant Biology at the University of Florida Research Focus: ant diversity, population genetics and citizen science. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in entomology or closely related biological science. Applicants who have an intellectual interest in ants, evolution, ecology and outreach are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated ability to complete projects. Excellent written and oral communication abilities. Minimum GPA of 3.5 and competitive GRE scores are desired. Experience with the following will be an asset, but is not required: insect classification, collections management, systematics, DNA extraction and amplification (PCR), fieldwork, outreach/teaching. Apply: Interested candidates should send a letter by email addressed to Dr. Andrea Lucky at alucky[at]ufl.edu with the subject header ms position in ant biology. Please include CV, statement of purpose and names and contact information of three references. Application deadline is May 31, 2013, with the ideal start date in Fall 2013. Andrea Lucky, PhD Entomology/Nematology University of Florida 970 Natural Area Drive Gainesville, FL 32611-0620 Phone: (352) 273-3952 Email: alucky[at]ufl.edu www.andrealucky.com www.schoolofants.org alucky[at]ufl.edu

Postdoc: Vienna.DrosophilaAdaptationGenetics

Wed, 22 May 13 09:06:42 +0000

Postdoc: Cleveland.PlasmodiumPopulationGenomics

Wed, 22 May 13 09:06:40 +0000

Postdoctoral researcher - Plasmodium genomics A postdoctoral position is available to work on Plasmodium vivax population genomics with David Serre (http://www.lerner.ccf.org/gmi/serre/) at the Cleveland Clinic Genomic Medicine Institute. P. vivax is the main cause of malaria outside Africa but little is known about its biology since the parasite cannot be easily propagated in vitro. In the frame of a NIH-funded project, we are sequencing parasite genomes from blood samples of infected Cambodian patients to better characterize genetic diversity and organization of the P. vivax population and identify genetic loci underlying resistance to antimalarial drugs. Possibilities also exist for a successful candidate to develop new projects related to the overall goals of this research. An ideal candidate would have prior experience with next-generation sequencing data, strong quantitative, computational and programming skills, and a record of published work in population genetics. Applicant should hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Statistics or a related field, as well as strong written and oral communication skills. The position is available immediately. Applicants should send a single pdf including a CV, contact information for three references, and a cover letter to serred[at]ccf.org serred[at]ccf.org

Graduate position: UAberdeen.DamselflyEvolution

Wed, 22 May 13 08:06:39 +0000

UAberdeen.NicheEvolution Body: PhD POSITION IN NICHE EVOLUTION IN ISCHNURA DAMSELFLIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN Under changing climates, many organisms are facing dramatic range shifts and expansions. The evolutionary constraints and consequences accompanying these geographic shifts are little understood, but are critical for understanding the processes of adaptation, niche evolution, and generation and maintenance of genetic diversity. This project will investigate the evolutionary constraints on and consequences of niche evolution in the blue-tailed damselfly, Ishnura elegans, which has expanded its range northward in Great Britain by over 150 km in the past 50 years. The project involves fieldwork across the UK, and potentially also in Sweden. Field and genetic (genome-wide SNP) data will be used to test alternative hypotheses about niche evolution and adaptation to novel ecological conditions under range expansion. The ideal student shows initiative and independent thought, but will be provided with full training and support to ensure a strong basis in evolutionary and population genetic theory, and proficiency in analytical techniques, (e.g.,) genomic, landscape genetic, and species distribution models. This position is based within the Ecology research group the University of Aberdeen, a cutting-edge research community with many opportunities for collaboration. The student will work primarily under Dr. Lesley Lancaster, and further information about her research interests can be found here:http://www.nceas.ucsb.edu/~lancaster. Funding Notes: Applicants for a studentship must have obtained, or be about to obtain, an upper second class UK honours degree, or the equivalent qualifications gained outside the UK. Funding is available to UK nationals or those EU nationals who can demonstrate that they have been resident in the UK for three years. You should apply for Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences, to ensure that your application is passed to the correct College for processing. More information about how to apply can be found here: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=45283 Enquiries should be made to sbspgadmin[at]abdn.ac.uk. Lesley Lancaster

Course: UNordland.NGSofNonmodelOrganisms.Jun11-18

Wed, 22 May 13 08:06:38 +0000

PhD course: high throughput sequencing of non-model organisms Time: June 11-18, 2013 At: Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture, University of Nordland High throughput sequencing technologies are being applied to a wide range of important topics in biology. However, the analyses of non-model organisms, for which little previous sequence information is available, pose specific problems. This course will address the specific strengths and weaknesses of alternative HTS technologies, the computational resources needed for HTS, and how to analyze non-model species using HTS. The course consists of a practical training module on the Ion Torrent PGM, HTS bioinformatics training, and lecturing/seminars of HTS approaches specifically targeting non-model organisms. Find more information and application form on our web pages <http://www.uin.no/omuin/fakulteter/fba/phdakvakultur/courses/Pages/High-throughput-sequencing-of-non-model-organisms.aspx>. The registration deadline is May 29. If you think anyone in your network would be interested in the course, please forward this information to them! [cid:103113605[at]18052011-19E4] Best regards, Ms. Gøril Frømyr Borgen PhD coordinator Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture Phone: 75517351 E-mail: gfb[at]uin.no http://www.uin.no Gøril Frømyr Borgen

PostDoc:ETHZurich.Eawag.HostParasitoid

Wed, 22 May 13 07:06:40 +0000

The Evolutionary Ecology group based at Eawag Dubendorf and ETH Zurich in Switzerland is conducting research on host-parasite interactions. We are particularly interested in the topic of symbiont-mediated coevolution, that is in hosts adapting to their parasites by symbiosis with protective microorganisms, and in the parasites counteradapting to these protective symbionts. Our main study organisms are aphids, their bacterial endosymbionts and hymenopteran parasitoids of aphids. To strengthen our team we are inviting applications for a POSTDOC POSITION IN GENETICS OF HOST-PARASITE INTERACTIONS We are seeking an enthusiastic postdoc with interest in host-parasite coevolution and experience in generating and analyzing next-generation sequencing data, ideally in transcriptome sequencing (RNA-Seq). A PhD is required for this position. The expected starting date is 1 October 2013, but can be negotiated. This Postdoc position is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation and is available for 2 years. The successful candidate will be working in the Evolutionary Ecology group led by Christoph Vorburger (www.evec.ethz.ch). This group is associated with the Institute of Integrative Biology at ETH Zurich, Switzerland (http://www.ibz.ethz.ch), as well as with the Department of Aquatic Ecology at Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (http://www.eawag.ch). These institutions offer a stimulating work environment, ample opportunities for collaboration, and excellent facilities, including the state-of-the-art Genetic Diversity Center (www.gdc.ethz.ch). Salary and benefits are competitive. Dubendorf is adjacent to Zurich, a city known for its excellent quality of life. Applications have to be submitted online via the following link: http://internet1.refline.ch/673277/0199/++publications++/1/index.html . Please include a cover letter explaining your motivation, research interests and relevant experience, a curriculum vitae, publication list, and the names and contact details of three academic references as a single PDF file. Deadline for applications is 31 May 2013. For enquiries about this position please contact Christoph Vorburger (+41 58 765 51 96; christoph.vorburger[at]eawag.ch). We are looking forward to your application.

Other: BBSRC seeks views on future of bioscience

Wed, 22 May 13 07:06:39 +0000

--_000_CEBA2267871386479E33E025A6950050970D9149uosdunmbx2_ Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Dear all, One of the major UK Research Councils, the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, is asking for opinions on what the most important research areas and technological developments in biosciences might be over the next five to 10 years. The BBSRC is an important source of funding in the UK for evolutionary biology (especially evolutionary genetics) and animal behaviour, and this survey provides us in the evolution community with the opportunity to highlight the importance of understanding evolutionary change. Without appreciating the role of evolution, many of the proposed solutions to the crises of food security, climate change, and emerging diseases and pests, may fail to deliver. The BBSRC says the survey results will inform its long-term strategic plan and will be discussed by the council and its advisory network. Anyone can take part in the survey, but the BBSRC says it is particularly keen to hear from PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (so do please pass it on). The survey is open until 3 June and can be accessed at: http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/news/policy/2013/130517-n-strategic-workshop-survey.aspx Dr David M Shuker Lecturer in Behavioural Ecology School of Biology University of St Andrews St Andrews KY16 9TH United Kingdom --_000_CEBA2267871386479E33E025A6950050970D9149uosdunmbx2_ Content-Type: text/html; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable http://schemas.microsoft.com/office/2004/12/omml" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40">

Dear all,

One of the major UK Research Councils, the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, is asking for opinions on what the most important research areas and technological developments in biosciences might be over the next five to 10 years. The BBSRC is an important source of funding in the UK for evolutionary biology (especially evolutionary genetics) and animal behaviour, and this survey provides us in the evolution community with the opportunity to highlight the importance of understanding evolutionary change. Without appreciating the role of evolution, many of the proposed solutions to the crises of food security, climate change, and emerging diseases and pests, may fail to deliver.

The BBSRC says the survey results will inform its long-term strategic plan and will be discussed by the council and its advisory network. Anyone can take part in the survey, but the BBSRC says it is particularly keen to hear from PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (so do please pass it on).

The survey is open until 3 June and can be accessed at:

http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/news/policy/2013/130517-n-strategic-workshop-survey.aspxhttp://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/news/policy/2013/130517-n-strategic-workshop-survey.aspx">http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/news/policy/2013/130517-n-strategic-workshop-survey.aspx>

Dr David M Shuker

Lecturer in Behavioural Ecology

School of Biology

University of St Andrews

St Andrews KY16 9TH

United Kingdom

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Job: Uppsala Tenure Track Positions

Wed, 22 May 13 07:06:38 +0000

Graduate Position:GLIER at UWindsor.Population Genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species

Tue, 21 May 13 08:06:36 +0000

M.Sc. or Ph.D. Examining the Population Genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species (Sept 2013) The Conservation Genetics Lab at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER) has two paid assistantships available for new graduate students to explore the population genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS). The successful candidate will be a motivated and outstanding student with a background in Biology (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) and an interest in population genetics; experience with molecular biology techniques and analysis is preferred. As a member of NSERC's Canadian Aquatic Species Invasion Network (CAISN), you will join affiliates from academia, government and industry across Canada in developing our knowledge of and tools to deal with AIS -- widely recognized as one of the greatest threats to global biodiversity. As a student in GLIER's Environmental Science graduate program, you will benefit from world-class facilities, researcher expertise, focus on real world problems, and opportunities for working with GLIER's extensive collaborators and networks while making a difference in science, policy and innovation. The opportunity to train on cutting edge equipment within a collaborative atmosphere of world-class researchers will foster independence and advanced technical skills, increasing and diversifying your future employment possibilities. The successful graduate student(s) will be supported on a combination of Research Assistantships and Teaching Assistantships totaling over $20,000/year. We are currently accepting applications to begin study in September 2013. To apply, please send a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of three references. For more information about the positions, please feel free to contact Dr. Daniel Heath (dheath[at]uwindsor.ca). For more information about GLIER or CAISN, please see www.uwindsor.ca/glier and www.caisn.ca.

Other: Request for Fish Pathogen DNA

Tue, 21 May 13 07:06:39 +0000

--Apple-Mail-4--84271807 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" I am looking for DNA samples from two different fish pathogens to be used as positive controls for environmental sampling. The pathogens of interest are Flavobacterium psychrophilum and Saprolegnia ferax. If you have DNA samples that you would be willing to donate, or if you can suggest someone for me to contact, please send me an email (matt.lemay[at]ubc.ca). Best regards, Matt Lemay PhD Candidate, University of British Columbia (Okanagan Campus) --Apple-Mail-4--84271807 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/html; charset="us-ascii"

I am looking for DNA samples from two different fish pathogens to be used as positive controls for environmental sampling. The pathogens of interest are Flavobacterium psychrophilum and Saprolegnia ferax.

If you have DNA samples that you would be willing to donate, or if you can suggest someone for me to contact, please send me an email (matt.lemay[at]ubc.ca).

Best regards,

Matt Lemay

PhD Candidate, University of British Columbia (Okanagan Campus)

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Postdoc: South Africa. Association Mapping in Potato

Tue, 21 May 13 07:06:38 +0000

Postdoctoral position available in the Department of Genetics, Stellenbosch University (20 May 2013) A postdoctoral position is available in the Molecular Plant and Animal Research Group, Department of Genetics, Stellenbosch University with the focus on "Association mapping in Potato for advancement of Marker Assisted Selection for specifically Potato Virus Y disease resistance in South Africa". This project is a collaborative effort with Agrocorp and Tubertek South Africa. Breeding for enhanced cultivars in potato is a necessary, but time consuming process encumbered by the polyploid, heterozygous, non-inbred and clonal nature of the crop. With the sequencing and publishing of the potato genome in 2011 and associated marker development [mainly of Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) markers] the potential for molecular breeding in the crop has been enhanced. The development of an 8300 SNP array with genome-wide marker coverage attests to this. Disease resistance is one of the main breeding aims for many crops, as it is for potatoes. The nature of this resistance can vary from simple, Mendelian, single gene, vertical resistance to more complex, multi-gene (quantitative traits), horizontal resistance. Although work has been done on many single genes, quantitative trait loci (QTL) work is a laborious process, which in the past mainly relied on the creation of segregating mapping families. Quantitative variation is however proposed to be a more durable form of resistance as is has been shown that pathogens could potentially more easily overcome single gene resistance. During the past decade, association mapping, commonly applied in human- and livestock genetics, has shown greater promise and power for the genomic mapping of complex quantitative traits in plants as compared to traditional linkage mapping. It is the aim of this study to combine the potential and power of association mapping to identify genetic markers (SNPs) showing association with phenotypic variance mostly related to disease traits (specifically to potato virus Y) in order to expedite the process of marker assisted selection in this species for growth under South African conditions. To this effect we will make use of the recently published and developed genome sequence and SNP Infinium array developed by the SOLCAP community. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for: 1) Phenotypic evaluations, SNP data analysis and association mapping of potato cultivars in terms of Potato Virus Y resistance. 2) Identifying a set of markers associated with PVY resistance (known and novel QTL). 3) Development of robust marker assay to test for associated phenotypes in South African cultivars. 4) Advancement of marker assisted breeding of PVY resistance in South African potato breeding. Minimum requirements: PhD with specialization in association mapping or any closely related discipline. Candidates should have proficiency in the relevant software packages, and experience with handling and analysing large scale SNP data. Experience within the field of potato genetics in general and potato virus studies in particular would serve as a strong recommendation. The ideal candidate should also have proven project management experience and ability to set deadlines and meet milestones. This position is available for 3 years and commencement of duties is set for September 2013. Interested researchers are requested to send their CV including details of at least 2 references to Prof. Rouvay Roodt-Wilding at roodt[at]sun.ac.za Closing date: 10 June 2013 "Roodt-Wilding, R "

Course: Madrid.MasterEvolutionaryBiol.Autumn

Tue, 21 May 13 07:06:36 +0000

Dear EvolDir members: The Master in Evolutionary Biology at Complutense University of Madrid (Spain) is about to open its application period for the new course, starting in autumn 2013. The Master is an official postgraduate program directed to students seeking a comprehensive introduction to the major questions in evolutionary biology. To complete the program, students have to complete 60 ECTS credits. All students take four compulsory courses (The genetic basis of evolution, Natural selection and adaptation, Phylogenetic Systematics, Patterns and processes in macroevolution, each 6 ECTS) and produce a Master's Thesis (12 ECTS). The program is completed with four other 6-credit courses, to be chosen among the following: Molecular phylogenies, Phylogeography and its applications, Animal phylogeny, Evolution and phylogeny of plants, Life-history evolution, Mechanisms of speciation in plants, Principles of experimental design in ecology, Data analysis in ecology and evolution, Methods in evolutionary biology. Information about the Master: http://www.ucm.es/info/zoo/evolucion/inicio.html Prospective students should submit applications 21 May 2013 - 17 Jun 2013 (there may be another application period in autumn, which will open only if there are available places: 4-11 Sep 2013). All required information about the documents required to complete applications is available at the university website. Best regards, Javier P鲥z-Tris jperez[at]bio.ucm.es jperez[at]ucm.es

Conference: Fredericton.VolvoxEvolution.Jul31-Aug3.DeadlineExtended

Mon, 20 May 13 08:06:31 +0000

job: bioinformatician for maize/teosinte genomics

Mon, 20 May 13 07:06:37 +0000

--Apple-Mail=_F2459E58-C24E-4A86-9789-8947C0697C25 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii The Ross-Ibarra laboratory (www.rilab.org) at the University of California Davis is seeking a bioinformatician to head a project involving parentage analysis, imputation, and phasing of genomes from two large mapping populations in a study of inbreeding depression in maize and its wild relatives. The position description and application can be found here: www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65159 ____________________________ Jeffrey Ross-Ibarra Dept. of Plant Sciences 262 Robbins Hall, Mail Stop 4 University of California One Shields Ave Davis, CA 95616 www.rilab.org Tel: 530-752-1152 Fax: 530-752-4604 --Apple-Mail=_F2459E58-C24E-4A86-9789-8947C0697C25 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Type: text/html; charset=us-ascii The Ross-Ibarra laboratory (www.rilab.org) at the University of California Davis is seeking a bioinformatician to head a project involving parentage analysis, imputation, and phasing of genomes from two large mapping populations in a study of inbreeding depression in maize and its wild relatives.

The position description and application can be found here:

www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65159

http://www.rilab.org/">www.rilab.org) at the University of California Davis is seeking a bioinformatician to head a project involving parentage analysis, imputation, and phasing of genomes from two large mapping populations in a study of inbreeding depression in maize and its wild relatives.

The position description and application can be found here:

www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65159

____________________________

Jeffrey Ross-Ibarra

Dept. of Plant Sciences

262 Robbins Hall, Mail Stop 4
University of California
One Shields Ave
Davis, CA 95616

www.rilab.org
Tel: 530-752-1152
Fax: 530-752-4604

http://www.rilab.org">www.rilab.org
Tel: 530-752-1152
Fax: 530-752-4604

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Graduate Position:GLIER at UWindsor.Population Genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species

Mon, 20 May 13 07:06:35 +0000

M.Sc. or Ph.D. Examining the Population Genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species (Sept 2013) The Conservation Genetics Lab at the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER) has two paid assistantships available for new graduate students to explore the population genetics of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS). The successful candidate will be a motivated and outstanding student with a background in Biology (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) and an interest in population genetics; experience with molecular biology techniques and analysis is preferred. As a member of NSERC's Canadian Aquatic Species Invasion Network (CAISN), you will join affiliates from academia, government and industry across Canada in developing our knowledge of and tools to deal with AIS -- widely recognized as one of the greatest threats to global biodiversity. As a student in GLIER's Environmental Science graduate program, you will benefit from world-class facilities, researcher expertise, focus on real world problems, and opportunities for working with GLIER's extensive collaborators and networks while making a difference in science, policy and innovation. The opportunity to train on cutting edge equipment within a collaborative atmosphere of world-class researchers will foster independence and advanced technical skills, increasing and diversifying your future employment possibilities. The successful graduate student(s) will be supported on a combination of Research Assistantships and Teaching Assistantships totaling over $20,000/year. We are currently accepting applications to begin study in September 2013. To apply, please send a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of three references. For more information about the positions, please feel free to contact Dr. Daniel Heath (heath[at]uwindsor.ca). For more information about GLIER or CAISN, please see www.uwindsor.ca/glier and www.caisn.ca.

Conference: Asilomar.AmerSocNatl.Jan13-15

Mon, 20 May 13 07:06:32 +0000

The American Society of Naturalists is holding an independent meeting ("21st Century Naturalists: integrating pattern and process to understand biodiversity") at the Asilomar conference center on the Monterey Peninsula, California, on January 13-15 2014. Information about the meeting is now available at http://w3.biosci.utexas.edu/amnatasilomar/. The website will be updated periodically with additional information. Registration and lodging will open in early July. To be added to the email list for further updates, email amsocnaturalists[at]gmail.com with a subject message "Subscribe Asilomar". The goal of the 2014 American Society of Naturalists meeting is to bring together a diverse array of biologists, including evolutionary biologists, behaviorists, and ecologists, who might not normally encounter one another at their regular meetings. This will be a small conference to promote new conversations and ideas (attendance is limited). We wish to create a unique setting where graduate students, postdocs, and faculty can carry out discussions that define new research directions for our disciplines, and promote integration between biological disciplines including the fusion of theory, data, and new technologies for data acquisition. Dr. Daniel I. Bolnick Early Career Scientist Howard Hughes Medical Institute Associate Professor Section of Integrative Biology One University Station C0990 University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX 78712 512-471-2824 fax 512-471-3878 danbolnick[at]austin.utexas.edu https://webspace.utexas.edu/dib73/TheBolnickLab/Home.html danbolnick[at]austin.utexas.edu

Postdoc: FUBerlin.PhylogenomicsOfNymphaeales

Sun, 19 May 13 07:06:26 +0000

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on chloroplast phylogenomics of Nymphaeales at the Freie Universitaet Berlin (Germany). The project is supervised by Prof. Thomas Borsch (http://www.bcp.fu-berlin.de/biologie/arbeitsgruppen/botanik/ag_borsch/index.html) and will be executed in collaboration with the Berlin Centre for Genomics in Biodiversity Research (BeGenDiv; http://www.begendiv.de). It is a full-time position (40 hours/week) that will initially be limited to 2 years and that includes teaching at the Bsc and/or MSc level (max. 4 hours/week). The salary will be calculated according to E 13 TV-L. Starting date: June 2013, or soon thereafter. Requirements: - PhD in Biology or similar discipline - Experience in phylogenetics/-genomics - Good knowledge about systematics and diversity of flowering plants - Good statistical knowledge and experience with handling large datasets - Good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken Applications should include a motivation letter, detailed CV and the contact details of at least two referees, and can be sent to: FU Berlin Institut fuer Biologie - Botanik Prof. Dr. Thomas Borsch Altensteinstr. 6 14195 Berlin or by E-mail to: systbot[at]zedat.fu-berlin.de. Deadline for applications is June 7, 2013 and informal inquiries are welcome at t.borsch[at]bgbm.org. ludo_muller[at]yahoo.com

Postdoc: UUtah.EvolutionPlantHerbivore

Sat, 18 May 13 09:06:24 +0000

Postdoctoral position, May, 2013: The Kursar/Coley lab is looking for a Ph.D. in evolution or ecology with an interest in plant-herbivore interactions. Useful, though not essential, is a background in chemistry, including analytical chemistry, metabolomics, chemoinformatics, or the analysis of large data sets from LC-MS or GC-MS. The primary responsibility will be the analysis by LC-MS of the secondary metabolites, including non-protein amino acids, saponins and highly diverse phenolics, of multiple species in a genus of tropical tree, Inga, in a project funded by NSF. Our lab owns and has full-time access to a Waters I-class UPLC with a Xevo-G2 Q-ToF detector. The position also entails care of the LC-MS. All maintenance is covered by contract. The ideal candidate will have an excellent record of publication. The position also entails interacting with graduate students and co-supervision of undergraduates. We study the divergence of defenses in a phylogenetic context among species of the tropical tree genus, Inga, a process that may be central to speciation and coexistence. The position is flexible such that, in addition to the core metabolomics goals, one also may focus on related aspects of particular interest to the candidate. The University of Utah encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The position is available on September 1 for an initial period of 1 year, with an option of up to 1 additional year. Salary (plus full benefits) will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please provide a CV, the contact information for three references, and a short (500- to 1000-word) statement regarding your future, long-term goals. Address questions and applications to Tom Kursar at kursar[at]biology.utah.edu http://biologylabs.utah.edu/coley Closing: July 15. Renae Curtz

Postdoc: UToronto.MutualismEvolution

Sat, 18 May 13 09:06:22 +0000

This is a multi-part message in MIME format. --------------090709010303020608060401 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Postdoctoral Position in the Ecology or Evolution of Mutualism A postdoctoral position is available in the Frederickson Lab in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. My lab conducts research on the ecology and evolution of mutualism in a range of systems, especially protective ant-plant mutualisms, seed dispersal by ants, and, increasingly, interactions between bacteria and their plant or insect hosts. The ideal candidate will have a clear intellectual vision of promising directions and unresolved fundamental questions in mutualism ecology or evolution. Projects may involve greenhouse or molecular work, field experiments, or behavioral research on live ant colonies in the lab. Lab members currently do field research at the University of Toronto's field station, the Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill (ksr.utoronto.ca), as well as in the Peruvian Amazon and elsewhere. The successful candidate will primarily conduct independent research and work towards publishing in peer-reviewed journals; the postdoc will also be expected to mentor students and to perform some light administrative duties. The position is for 1 year, with the possibility of a second year depending on both progress and available funding. The preferred start date is August 1, 2013, but the position could start as early as July 1, 2013 or as late as January 1, 2014. The salary is $40,000 Canadian a year. Interested candidates should contact me by email (m.frederickson[at]utoronto.ca). Please include a single PDF attachment containing your CV, a brief description of past research accomplishments and future goals, and the names and email addresses of 2 potential references. Toronto is a vibrant, multicultural city on the shore of Lake Ontario, with a high quality of life. The EEB department is home to an interactive, collegial group of ecologists and evolutionary biologists, and currently supports a strong group of postdoctoral fellows with diverse research interests. -- Megan Frederickson Assistant Professor Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Toronto 25 Harbord Street Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3G5, Canada Email: m.frederickson[at]utoronto.ca Web: mutualism.ca --------------090709010303020608060401 Content-Type: text/html; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit

Postdoctoral Position in the Ecology or Evolution of Mutualism

A postdoctoral position is available in the Frederickson Lab in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. My lab conducts research on the ecology and evolution of mutualism in a range of systems, especially protective ant-plant mutualisms, seed dispersal by ants, and, increasingly, interactions between bacteria and their plant or insect hosts.

The ideal candidate will have a clear intellectual vision of promising directions and unresolved fundamental questions in mutualism ecology or evolution. Projects may involve greenhouse or molecular work, field experiments, or behavioral research on live ant colonies in the lab. Lab members currently do field research at the University of Toronto’s field station, the Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill (ksr.utoronto.ca), as well as in the Peruvian Amazon and elsewhere.

The successful candidate will primarily conduct independent research and work towards publishing in peer-reviewed journals; the postdoc will also be expected to mentor students and to perform some light administrative duties. The position is for 1 year, with the possibility of a second year depending on both progress and available funding. The preferred start date is August 1, 2013, but the position could start as early as July 1, 2013 or as late as January 1, 2014. The salary is $40,000 Canadian a year.

Interested candidates should contact me by email (m.frederickson[at]utoronto.ca). Please include a single PDF attachment containing your CV, a brief description of past research accomplishments and future goals, and the names and email addresses of 2 potential references.

Toronto is a vibrant, multicultural city on the shore of Lake Ontario, with a high quality of life. The EEB department is home to an interactive, collegial group of ecologists and evolutionary biologists, and currently supports a strong group of postdoctoral fellows with diverse research interests.

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Megan Frederickson
Assistant Professor
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Toronto
25 Harbord Street
Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3G5, Canada
Email: m.frederickson[at]utoronto.ca
Web: mutualism.ca

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Conference: Kunming.5thBarcodeOfLife.Oct27-31

Sat, 18 May 13 08:06:27 +0000

Fifth International Barcode of Life Conference 27-31 October 2013, Kunming, Yunnan, China Dear Colleagues and Friends The Kunming Institute of Botany (KIB) and Kunming Institute of Zoology (KIZ), research institutes of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), invite you to join us in Kunming, China from 27-31 October 2013 for the Fifth International Barcode of Life Conference. The conference is co-hosted by the International Barcode of Life Project (iBOL) and the iBOL China National Committee, in consultation with the Consortium for the Barcode of Life (CBOL). DNA barcoding has come a long way since December 2011 when we met in Adelaide for the Fourth International Barcode of Life Conference. The 2013 conference will provide an opportunity for delegates from around the globe to showcase and discuss scientific advancements in DNA barcoding and the wide-ranging socio-economic applications developed since the Adelaide Conference, and to review the progress in this field over the past decade. The Kunming conference will bring barcode researchers together to exchange ideas and plan new activities, and to learn about barcoding activities in China and the region. The theme of the conference is ¡°Global Change and the Barcode of Life: Challenges and Opportunities¡±. The conference will be held at the Lian Yun Hotel near Green Lake with a stunning view of Kunming. There will be two days of pre-conference workshops, including full-day short courses that will introduce participants to the lab protocols of DNA barcoding and to the management and analysis of barcode data. The week of events will culminate in a barcoding event for the public in the Kunming Botanic Garden of KIB. Registration will be limited by the capacity of the conference venue, so please register soon to ensure your participation. Please also continue to check this website (http://dnabarcodes2013.org or http://dnabarcodes2013.csp.escience.cn) as we add information (see Important Dates). To receive future notices, online registration is needed. We look forward to meeting you in Kunming in October! For more details on the conference program, exhibition, abstract submission, and registration and accommodation kindly visit:http://dnabarcodes2013.orgor http://dnabarcodes2013.csp.escience.cn Best wishes DNAbarcodes 2013 Secretariat DNAbarcodes