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Postdoc: UGothenburg.AvianCarotenoidColoration

Postdoc: UGothenburg.AvianCarotenoidColoration WANTED: A highly motivated and self-driven postdoc, with strong evolutionary and molecular genetics background, to join the ECCO (Evolution of Colour Communication) lab at the Dept. of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Sweden. ECCO (P.I. Staffan Andersson) explores sexual selection, evolution and diversification of the spectacular breeding plumages of African weaverbirds (Ploceidae), in particular carotenoid coloration and elongated tails in the widowbirds and bishops (Euplectes spp.). In collaboration with researchers in UK, Norway and South Africa, the focal areas are at present; 1) Evolutionary genetics and physiology of carotenoid metabolism and pigmentation, and 2) Phylogenetic and comparative analyses of coloration and sexual dichromatism in weaverbirds. Depending on background, talents and interests, the successful candidate may be involved in either of these interacting approaches, as applied to a suggested project on Coevolution of color signals and color vision, as well as to other ongoing or emerging projects. QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in biology, a genuine interest in the intersection of behavioral ecology and evolutionary genetics, ability to conceive and write research papers, extensive PhD or postdoc experiences of either or both molecular genetic labwork (spec. qRT-PCR) and computational biology (bioinformatics, statistics, comparative methods). A background in biochemistry (spec. HPLC and LC-MS) is valued, so also proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages (spec. R, Python), and database management (spec. PostgreSQL). Other relevant qualifications include reflectance spectrometry, field ornithology (watching, handling, and sampling birds), and social and communicative skills. POSITION: The postdoc is funded by a tax-free 2-year scholarship from the Carl Tryggers Foundation, amounting to 23,000 SEK per month. Starting date: ASAP, but not later than 1 October, 2018 APPLICATION: Before the DEADLINE 30 JUNE, 2018, submit an e-mail to staffan.andersson@bioenv.gu.se with subject heading ‘ECCO PDRA' followed by your last name, and attach a SINGLE PDF FILE including the following documents: i) A cover letter describing your research background and interests, suitability for the position, and which aspects of the ECCO research you are most interested in, ii) A detailed CV including a publication list and other achievements, iii) Contact details (letters welcome, but optional) of two or three reference persons who can be contacted by phone or e-mail. Prospective candidates will be invited for interviews in person or by Skype. For more information contact staffan.andersson@bioenv.gu.se. BioEnv, University of Gothenburg, Box 463, 40530 Goteborg, Sweden. +46-317863647 (office), +46-708-641959 (cell) Staffan Andersson Professor, Animal Ecology Dept of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Gothenburg Email: staffan.andersson@bioenv.gu.se Skype: euplectes Phones: +46-317863647 (office), +46-708641959 (mobile) OrderID: 3130BANSTA (on all invoices!) Invoices: Box 115, 40530 GÖTEBORG Deliveries: Medicinaregatan 18, 413 90 GÖTEBORG Snailmail: Box 463, 405 30 GÖTEBORG Staffan Andersson via Gmail