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stillingsbetegnelse: Researcher in Fish Population Genetics/Genomics

jobbeskrivelse:

Within the research area Population Genetics at The National Institute for Aquatic Resources, DTU Aqua (http://www.aqua.dtu.dk/english/Research/Population_genetics), we offer a position as researcher in the field of fish population genetics/genomics. 

The fellow will be employed at DTU Aquas´s location in Silkeborg, Jutland, which besides the Population Genetics group also hosts the section for Freshwater Fisheries and Ecology (FFE). 
The DTU Aqua Silkeborg location currently employs around 35 people including 7 PhD students. The young researchers work on a diversity of projects related to fish biology and provision of advice for fisheries management. They actively interact through various fora including regular seminars and the local study group in population ecology and genetics. 

The starting time is negotiable, but preferably November 1st 2018.

The position as a researcher is a permanent entry-level position.

Responsibilities and tasks
The successful candidate will be responsible for bioinformatics support and development within the research area. Over time the candidate is expected to develop an independent research profile, to extract external funding and to contribute to teaching and advice. He/she will work on several externally funded projects within the topic fisheries genomics.

The position encompasses genomic analysis of 1) archived material (scales and otoliths) from marine and anadromous fishes to describe and understand historical genetic changes. 2) Development of genomic resources and abstractJV_description of population structure in key commercial marine species. 3) Fisheries genetics, applying genetic tools to provide advice on pertinent fisheries management questions. 

Qualifications 
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent.

We invite applications from postdoc and researcher level with a strong background in population genetics/genomics. As we aim to continue the expansion of the group’s competences in genomic analysis, we exclusively encourage applicants with previous bioinformatics experience in handling and analysing genomic data. The candidate will be selected based on previous scientific track record and qualifications in relation to bioinformatics and fish population genomics of relevance to the described topics. 

Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates, consideration will be given to

• Research experience
• Research vision and potential
• Societal impact
• Documented innovation activities, including commercialization and collaboration with industry
• International experience
• Internal and external collaboration
• Communication skills

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The position as a researcher is a permanent entry-level position. After a maximum of 4 years, a researcher can be promoted to a senior researcher position after assessment.

More information can be found here: Career paths at DTU.

Candidates applying from outside Denmark can be eligible to a tax reduction.  

Workplace will be at DTU Aquas´s location in Silkeborg, Jutland.

Further information 
For further information please contact the Population Genetics research coordinator, professor Einar Eg Nielsen (een (at) aqua.dtu.dk)

You can read more about DTU Aqua at http://www.aqua.dtu.dk

Application procedure
We must have your online application by 2 October 2018 (local time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Research statement, with a focus on the “Assessment” bullets points listed above
• Documentation of previous teaching and research, as related to the “Assessment” bullet points listed above
• List of publications
• H-index, and ORCID (see e.g. http://orcid.org/)
• Diploma (MSc/PhD)

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

The population genetics group at DTU Aqua consists of four senior researchers (one professor, two senior research scientists and one associate professor), three postdocs, four laboratory technicians and several PhD and masters students (currently four PhD students). Our main research focus is on Fisheries Genetics, i.e. to use molecular genetic tools to solve problems in fisheries science and to contribute to long term sustainable management of marine resources and biodiversity. Our project portfolio ranges from basic science to projects directly targeted at providing specific management advice, and most projects encompass both basic and applied aspects. In recent years the group’s main focus has shifted from genetics to genomics. Thus, most ongoing projects include genomic analysis. The facilities in Silkeborg comprise a fully equipped state of the art genetics laboratory, including next generation sequencing facilities, and a DNA clean lab for manipulating historical and environmental DNA samples.

DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and scientific advice. Our staff of 6,000 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society, and our 11,200 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government and public agencies.

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