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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.