Research position in complex evolutionary systems
Biomathematics & Statistics Scotland (BioSS) and
The Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IEB),
University of Edinburgh seek to recruit a highly
motivated mathematician, physicist, theoretical
population geneticist or quantitative scientist
wishing to develop a research career in the
mathematical study of complex biological systems,
evolution and population genetics. The precise
direction of the research will depend upon the
successful candidate's experience and interests.
Potential topics include resource dynamics and
spatial effects in ecological communities,
population genetics in clustered populations and
across range boundaries, and the coupling of
ecological and evolutionary dynamics. The post
(available for up to 2 1/2 years) will be based
in Edinburgh and contribute to the NANIA project
www.ph.ac.uk/nania/ funded under EPSRC's Novel
Computation Initiative. The post-holder will work
jointly with Professor Nick Barton
([log in to unmask] IEB:
http://bartongroup.icapb.ed.ac.uk/) and Glenn
Marion ([log in to unmask] BioSS:
www.bioss.ac.uk), and have the opportunity to
interact with other members of the NANIA
consortium in Edinburgh and beyond.
Candidates should have a strong quantitative
background (PhD or MSc with at least three years
relevant postgraduate experience), excellent
communication skills, the ability to work
independently, and enthusiasm for enhancing
scientific understanding through the development
of mathematical models. Experience of developing,
simulating, and analysing stochastic models would
be a considerable advantage. Preference will be
given to making a higher graded appointment to an
individual with a promising publication record
and experience of productive collaborations with
applied scientists.
The starting salary will be in the range £23,000
- £26,000, plus contributory public sector
pension (Pay award pending).
Closing Date - 13th October 2006
Applications are invited for this post by CV and covering letter, to include:
_ education and employment history;
_ full publication list;
_ names and addresses of three referees;
_ a short description of why you
consider yourself suitable for this post.
Please send applications to:
The Administrative Officer
Biomathematics & Statistics Scotland
The King's Buildings
Edinburgh EH9 3JZ
UK.
Tel: +44 (0) 131 650 4900
Fax: +44 (0) 131 650 4901
email: Betty Heyburn at [log in to unmask]
Potential applicants should contact Dr. Glenn
Marion ([log in to unmask], Tel: +44 (0) 131 650
4898), or Professor Nick Barton
([log in to unmask]) in confidence to discuss the
post.
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