PhD Fellowship in Phytoplankton Evolutionary Ecology

A PhD fellowship in Phytoplankton Evolutionary Ecology is available from the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Biology. The goal of this research is to comprehend how human activity affects the ecology and evolution of phytoplankton in freshwater environments. Abiotic factors such as salinization, temperature rise, altered elemental availability, and other changes provide difficulties for aquatic life, including phytoplankton. Resilience is ensured by the fact that a wide variety of organisms can adapt to changes in their environment. The short-term physiological and ecological responses of important phytoplankton groups to anthropogenic challenges will be investigated in this study. Understanding the implications for inter- and intraspecific ecological interactions, as well as for short- and long-term evolutionary processes, is one of the project’s main goals. The study’s findings will advance knowledge of phytoplankton ecological processes.

Qualifications:

Those with experience in ecology, limnology, or marine biology are what we are looking for. It is helpful to have prior experience with phytoplankton culturing techniques and to be familiar with the planning and management of large-scale experiments. Candidates should be highly interested in dealing with organisms and performing fieldwork, as well as having an inquisitive and imaginative attitude. Excellent communication, presentation, data analysis, and academic writing abilities in English are also crucial.

About the Group and Research:

Scientific research has a long history at the Freshwater Biology Section, which is a division of the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen’s Faculty of SCIENCE. The section’s research investigates issues pertaining to patterns of biological variety, how organisms adapt to their surroundings, and the structure and ecological functions of streams, lakes, wetlands, and coastal waters. The area focuses on contemporary issues like climate change, land use, and nature management while working closely with both domestic and foreign partners. The research methodology includes laboratory-based experimental settings, surveys, and field experiments. Staff members, lab workers, PhD candidates, postdocs, and MSc and BSc students are all included in this area. The research infrastructure includes state-of-the-art greenhouse facilities, temperature-controlled rooms, specialized equipment for sample analysis, and a variety of field sampling tools.

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Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: November 27, 2023
• Employment Start: March 1, 2024
• Department/Location: Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen

PhD Programme Details:

Applicants must have finished a degree program relating to the project’s field (such as ecology, limnology, or marine biology) that is comparable to a Danish master’s degree in order to be eligible for the standard PhD program. A PhD fellow can work full-time for a maximum of three years in this capacity. It is necessary to have successfully enrolled as a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen’s Faculty of SCIENCE. The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC) and the Ministry of Finance have an agreement that governs the terms of employment and salary. The Protocol on Job Structure governs this post.

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Application and Assessment Procedure:

By November 27, 2023, applicants must submit their application in English via the online application system, together with any necessary supporting documentation. An unbiased professional assessor will evaluate the candidates’ academic records in the next round, and those who pass will likely be invited to an interview in January 2024. Visit https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Further Information:

Please get in touch with Associate Professor Dean Jacobsen, the primary supervisor, for more details regarding the PhD fellowship. Visit the PhD School webpage (https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/) for general information regarding PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE. You can click here to apply here

The University of Copenhagen welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, as part of its commitment to diversity.

Contact:

Jana Isanta-Navarro E-mail: jana.isanta-navarro@bio.ku.dk