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France - INRA Postdoc Position in Statistical Genetics

18 months postdoc position at The Biometry and Artificial Intelligence Unit of INRA (French National Institute for Agricultural Research) in Toulouse, France.

The project, funded by the French Research Agency, aims at incorporating linkage disequilibrium into linkage mapping analysis, in order to fine map QTL. It consists in developing statistical methods using linkage disequilibrium for predicting similarity of genitor alleles in a multiple families design, and developing the necessary software tools.

The aim is to attribute, at every locus of the genome, for the alleles of the genitors in the design, (i) a measurement that accurately reflects the identity by descent probability with the ancestral alleles, or (ii) a probable coalescence tree to enable ancestral alleles to be tracked.

Continue Reading September 18th, 2008

USA - Cornell University Postdoc Position in Genetics / Genomics

Cornell University is a bold, innovative and inclusive teaching and research university of academic distinction and public service where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to be active citizens of the world.

A full-time postdoctoral associate is sought for genetic/genomic studies in apple (Malus x domestica). The project will focus on studying genes influencing plant architecture, fruit quality and disease resistance. Genetic maps will be developed and new molecular markers will be identified. The successful candidate will develop and use genomics tools for the genetic enhancement of apple, and is expected to contribute to a variety of studies within the apple genetic improvement program.

Qualifications:
Applicants should have a PhD in Plant Genetics/Genomics, Plant Breeding, Plant Molecular Biology or related disciplines. Hands-on experience in diverse PCR-based markers systems and linkage map construction is required. Experience in marker development and linkage analysis in allopolyploids is desired. A strong theoretical background in Statistical Genomics will be viewed favorably. Association mapping, genomic sequence analysis, genomic data mining and bioinformatics experience is surely desireable. Candidates should have a proven record of research productivity and proficiency and the ability to work collaboratively with other researchers and graduate students. Excellent English written and oral communication skills are required. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.

Continue Reading September 16th, 2008

Thailand - 2008 BIOTEC Postdoctoral Fellowships in Various Fields

BIOTEC welcomes new or recent doctorates in the fields of molecular biology, molecular genetics, microbiology, biochemistry and biotechnology. The following research topics are currently open for postdoctoral fellows:

• Immunostimulation and viral infection in shrimp and crab.
• Genomic and proteomic characterization of Laem Singh virus (LSNV), a new shrimp pathogen found in Thailand.
• Protein structure determination to understand structure-function relationship and catalytic mechanism in human malaria.
• Integrated computational tools for antimalarial drug design.
• Post-genomics studies for identification of potential antimalarial targets.
• Identification of pfDHFR-TS translational control complex.

In order to be eligible, applicants must have recently received their doctoral degree during the past two or three years.

Continue Reading May 11th, 2008

Australia - University of Queensland PhD Scholarship in Statistical Genetics / Bioinformatics

PhD Scholarship - Statistical Genetics/Bioinformatics - QIMR, Brisbane, Australia
Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR), Brisbane, Australia / University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.

Primary supervisor: Dr Stuart Macgregor

Applications: open until position filled.

Stipend: Fully funded stipend available for ‘home’ applicant (AUS$20K per annum tax free, rising to AUS$25K subject to satisfactory progress). ‘home’ applicant means Australian/New Zealand citizens/permanent residents. International students are still eligible for AUS$20K stipend but may need to pay additional tuition fees – please contact stuart.macgregor@qimr.edu.au for further details. Funding is tenable for 3 years.

Title: Statistical and computational methods for gene mapping

Continue Reading January 31st, 2008

Netherlands - University of Groningen PhD Position in Evolutionary Genetics

PhD position in Evolutionary Genetics (1,0 fte)
at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
(Groningen), University of Groningen

Job description
Little information is available about which genes are involved in male-male competition and female choice, and how these genes are interrelated as assumed by several models of sexual selection. Recent developments in methodology for dissecting genetic architectures (e.g. high resolution genomic markers for quantitative trait locus (QTL) analysis, gene expression profiling) in addition to classical methods (e.g. artificial selection) make it possible to functionally analyse the relation between genotype and phenotype.

This project will investigate the genetic architecture of mating behaviour and reproductive strategies in Nasonia wasps, a species that is being used increasingly in evolutionary biology research since its genome was completely sequenced. Mating behaviour is an important aspect of pre-zygotic isolation and appears to evolve rapidly in response to maladaptive hybridization between species. Nasonia wasps are particularly suited for genetic analysis of behaviour because of their haplodiploid mode of reproduction. We will use a combination of artificial selection, QTL analysis and high throughput micro-array technology to identify the genes that are responsible for mating traits (e.g. within host mating, male agression and site-fidelity, remating rates, mate discrimination) with respect to their number, their effects and their epistatic interactions.

Requirements
We are looking for a masters or equivalent degree in biology with preferably a strong background in evolutionary and molecular genetics. The project is expected to be very demanding and asks for a very creative mind. The candidate should also have a strong interest in experimental work on insects. Good proficiency of the English language is required. The candidate is supposed to attend graduate courses and assist in teaching (10% of time).

Continue Reading December 28th, 2007

Netherlands - Wageningen University PhD Position in Genetic Networks

Wageningen, 6700 EV, (Gelderland),
38 hours per week
Wageningen University and Research Centre
Agrotechnology & Food Sciences Group
Vacancy number: AFSG 07.120

Job description
Genetic activity is the basis for growth and production of organisms as bacteria, fungi and higher eukaryotic cells. In these systems genes are activated or repressed by transcriptional products of other genes. In this way, genes interact in time and form a dynamic network. Quantitative knowledge on genetic networks is essential to understand and predict the behaviour of organisms and to improve their performance.

This PhD-position deals with quantitative modeling of responses in genetic networks of fungal systems. The work concerns the use of Aspergillus niger and focuses at the AmyR network for starch degradation, and the XlnR network for (ligno-)cellulose degradation. The work is a combination of two aspects:

• a systems approach for identification of the interaction structure between genes and to quantify their degree of interaction, including the development of suitable algorithms, and
• experimental work for responses of a fungal system (Aspergillus niger) to external triggers. Obtained micro-array and PCR data are analyzed by using the developed algorithms.

The PhD-candidate works both in the Systems and Control Group and in the laboratories of Fungal Genomics.

Continue Reading December 9th, 2007

Netherlands - Erasmus University Medical Center PhD Studentship in Molecular Biology and Genetics

Erasmus MC
PhD Studentship
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Department of Forensic Molecular Biology

A 4 year PhD student position in molecular biology and genetics is available in the Department of Forensic Molecular Biology, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

The general area of research is in identifying and understanding human individual and population differences (geographic origin, visible / physical traits, evolutionary genetic adaptation) for fundamental biological interest but also for potential future application to forensics. We are using state-of-art D/RNA including genome-wide technologies to identify respective regions / markers including dedicated follow-up studies. A suitable applicant will hold a M.Sc. in molecular biology or molecular genetics. Exceptional B.Sc. students are also encouraged to apply.

Continue Reading October 30th, 2007

Austria - 2008 / 2009 Klagenfurt University IAS-STS Fellowship Programme

INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDIES
ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY (IAS-STS)

Fellowship Programme 2008-2009

The IAS-STS in Graz, Austria, promotes the interdisciplinary investigation of the links and interactions between science, technology and society as well as technology assessment and research into the development and implementation of socially and environmentally sound technologies.
The IAS-STS invites researchers to apply for a stay between 1 October 2008 and 30 June 2009 as

• Research Fellow (up to nine months) or as
• Visiting Scholar (shorter period, e.g. a month)

The IAS-STS offers excellent research infrastructure. Close co-operation with researchers at the IFZ (Inter-University Research Centre for Technology, Work and Culture; see: www.ifz.tugraz.at), guest lectures, workshops and conferences provide an atmosphere of creativity and scholarly discussion.

Furthermore we can offer five grants (up to EUR 1,000 per month) for long-term Research Fellows (up to nine months) at the IAS-STS.

Continue Reading October 14th, 2007

USA - Jackson Laboratory Postdoctoral Training in Mammalian Genetics

The Jackson Laboratory, a non-profit research institute, provides a unique research environment with unparalleled resources for training in mouse models of development and disease. 36 faculty members perform research in the following disciplines:

• Neurobiology
• Cancer Biology
• Reproductive/Developmental Biology
• Immunology/Hematology
• Metabolic Disease Research
• Computational Biology/Bioinformatics

For a complete description of our facultys research, visit our web page.

Continue Reading October 12th, 2007

Australia - CSIRO PhD Studentships in the field of Quantitative Genetics / Genomics, Bioinformatics and Systems Biology

There are 3 PhD positions open at the JM Rendel laboratories, Rockhampton in the Division of Livestock Industries, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia. These 3 PhD positions relate to scientific research projects in the area of Quantitative genetics/genomics, Bioinformatics and Systems Biology and are funded by the Office of the Chief Executive (OCE) of CSIRO, CSIRO Livestock Industries (CLI) postgraduate studentship program and Beef CRC for Genetic Technologies’ studentship awards. Students will be trained in research projects under joint supervision with a University. The division of CLI has a well established PhD training programme and there are currently around 70 doctoral and masters students within CLI.

OCE PROJECT 1: Genetic Improvement using SNP Genotyping Arrays in Livestock
This project is based on prediction of molecular (SNP) breeding values and comparison of genetic improvement/economic responses from SNP panel versus traditional selection methods in animals. Computer simulations will be used but the developed prediction methods will be tested on SNP Chip data from sheep parasite resistance whole genome scan experiments. The successful candidate will be enrolled at the University of New England (UNE), Armidale. He/She will be supervised by Dr Haja Kadarmideen at CSIRO Rockhampton and co-supervised by Prof. Julius van der Werf at UNE, Armidale.

Continue Reading October 9th, 2007