Postdoctoral fellowship in modeling viral dynamics and evolution



Posted: 6/3/2009





http://ecotheory.biology.gatech.edu/





A postdoctoral position in quantitative modeling of viral dynamics and

evolution is available under the direction of Prof. Joshua Weitz (School of

Biology, Georgia Tech). The postdoc will work in an interdisciplinary research

group of biologists, physicists, and computer scientists. The postdoc will

collaborate on research focusing on bacteriophage dynamics and evolution, at

the molecular and ecological scales. Specific project goals will be to develop

gene regulatory models of viral exploitation and link intracellular dynamics to

long-term changes in viral functional traits at the population scale. The

postdoc will also have the opportunity to develop new research projects at the

interface of systems biology, theoretical ecology & dynamical systems.

The position will provide competitive salaries and benefits. The postdoc will

be based in the School of Biology at Georgia Tech, with a preferred start date

of September 2009, though the start date is flexible. The initial appointment

will be for one year, with renewal up to three years subject to satisfactory

progress and mutual agreement.



REQUIREMENTS: (1) PhD in computational biology, physics, mathematics,

microbiology, ecology or related area; (2) Demonstrated research excellence;

(3) Strong quantitative skills; (4) Strong oral and written communication

skills. Ideal candidates from the biological sciences should have experience

with scientific programming. Ideal candidates from the physical/mathematical

sciences should have prior exposure to research in the biological sciences.

However, outstanding applicants looking to broaden their field of interest will

also be considered.



TO APPLY: Applications should be emailed to jsweitz(at)gatech.edu and consist

of (1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) the names

and contact information for three references, (3) a curriculum vita (including

publications). Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and continue until

the position is filled.





ABOUT THE GROUP: The Weitz group is supported by grants from the Burroughs

Wellcome Fund, the James F. McDonnell Foundation, DARPA, and the National

Science Foundation. For more information, consult the Weitz group website or





contact Joshua Weitz: jsweitz(at)gatech.edu.

Summer student position (June-August)



posted: Thursday 28. May 2009



Institute of Plant Biology, Zuerich (CH), Botanical Garden



Description



We are looking for a motivated candidate for temporary part time or full time help in the plant molecular biology laboratory (70-100% for 2 months). Ideally, you have basic knowledge of molecular biology and have taken practical courses in this field. Any previous work experience in molecular biology would be an asset.



Your work would include, but is not limited to:

Characterisation of transgenic plants which includes infecting leaves with fungal isolates, determination of resistance phenotypes, plant DNA extractions, Southern blotting and specific PCR (also quantitative PCR) for gene detection.



You will be carefully introduced to the experiments and would be expected to be independent for the further repetitions or similar experiments.



Education



Ideally, you have basic knowledge of molecular biology and have taken practical courses in this field. Any previous work experience in molecular biology would be an asset. You should be able to communicate efficiently in English.



Entrance upon Expected start mid June-beginning of July (this can be negotiated)



Duration of appointment 2 months



Remarks The position is limited (befristet) to two months.

The salary depends on your education and experience, and will be fixed according to the hiring regulations of the University of Zuerich. Further information is available from Dr. Navreet K. Bhullar (nsohal@botinst.uzh.ch<mailto:nsohal@botinst.uzh.ch>) or Prof. Beat Keller (bkeller@botinst.uzh.ch<mailto:bkeller@botinst.uzh.ch>).



Contact address Please send your application and CV detailing

relevant experimental experience by mail or email to:



Dr. Navreet K. Bhullar

Institute of Plant Biology

University of Zurich

Zollikerstrasse 107

8008 Zuerich (CH)

nsohal@botinst.uzh.ch<mailto:nsohal@botinst.uzh.ch>

A partnership between the Zoological Society of London and the Wildlife Conservation Society is looking for a suitably qualified person to coordinate the implementation of the regional strategy for the conservation of cheetah in East Africa, drawn up in 2007. This region covers the countries of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia and Djibouti.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years experience working in conservation in the region, and ideally will also have some experience in cheetah and/or wild dog conservation. He/she must be prepared to travel and work with diverse groups of people and must have good written and spoken English. Responsibilities will include:

?? Facilitating government endorsement of existing strategies

?? Coordinating and implementing aspects of the strategy that require regional collaboration

?? Coordinating and assisting with fundraising

?? Assisting in implementing national action plans for each country that falls within the region

?? Developing capacity within the region to conserve cheetah

?? Monitoring and evaluating progress towards achieving the overall objective and goal of the strategy

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their ability to carry out the above tasks. Preference will be given to nationals from the region. The post is for a maximum of three years, on an annual renewable contract, and will be based within an East Africa range state for cheetah. The successful applicant will work closely with the Coordinator of the Regional strategy for the conservation of cheetah in Southern Africa.
Applicants should send their CVs to Dr Netty Purchase at spottedcat@yoafrica.com by Friday 12th of June 2009
For more information contact Dr Netty Purchase at spottedcat@yoafrica.com or + 263 9 242837

Department of Animal and Plant Sciences

Sheffield University

Ref No R07278

Closing Date: 31st May, 2009

Salary: £36,532 - £46,278 per annum

Summary

The postholder will extend our collaborative research programme and contribute to undergraduate teaching in the field of conservation biology and will have a track record of research explicitly in the core science of conservation biology, with a focus on addressing major over-arching principles and issues. Particular areas of interest could include: climate change, the science of conservation management, conservation planning, ecosystem services. A PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline, teaching experience, willingness to work as part of a team, and demonstrated ability to undertake high quality research and to produce publications that contribute to the department’s research reputation are essential.

This post is available from 1 September 2009.

Link: http://www.shef.ac.uk/jobs/cms_job_details.php?start=1&file=jobs_all&ID=6758#top