At the Institute of Marine Research (IMR), a 3-year Post Dr. position is available for work with ploidy and inheritance genetics of salmonids. The position will be linked to a NFR project addressing the production-related challenges of triploid Atlantic salmon, primarily developmental genetics, inbreeding and aberrant inheritance in triploid fish. The position is affiliated with the research group Population Genetics and is based in Bergen.
About our research group and our work
Our work in the Population Genetics group is tightly linked to the Institute of Marine Research’s overall vision of providing knowledge that will form the foundation for long-term and sustainable resource use in the marine environment, including the interaction between aquaculture and the environment. We deliver research and advice of high professional international quality and our group consists of around 35 employees, of which approx. 20 has a workplace in Bergen.
Main tasks
- Sampling of biological experiments producing and investigating performance and welfare of diploid, triploid, “failed-triploid”, gynogenetic and tetraploid salmon
- Laboratory and statistical analyses with various genetic markers to identify pedigree, ploidy and aberrant inheritance patterns etc.
- Planning and execution of these biological experiments
- Data analysis, interpretation, presentation and publication of results
Qualifications:
We are therefore looking for someone
- with a PhD in genetics, genomics, developmental genetics, or similar field
- able to document direct experience with handling and statistical analysis of genetic and/or genomic data
- publication in international, peer-reviewed journals.
The working language at the IMR is Norwegian, and good communication skills in Norwegian will be beneficial for both the applicant and the IMR. Sufficient progression in learning to speak and write Norwegian is expected during the first two years of employment. If necessary, language training will be offered and costs incurred will be reimbursed based upon completion of the language courses.
Desired competencies
The ideal candidate has
- direct experience of developmental genetics especially with respect to ploidy and/or (mis-)inheritance issues in general.
- experience in performing biological experiments with fish and knowledge of salmon
Personal competencies
At the IMR we believe that personality affects how we work, communicate and thrive in the work place.
The person appointed will be responsible for independent and accurate work tasks and will contribute to the ongoing project together with several other researchers. Reliability, flexibility, and accuracy are required.
Personal qualities such as good communication and collaboration skills, the ability to work independently, efficiently, and purposefully.
Inclusion, Diversity and Affirmative Action
The Institute of Marine Research welcome all qualified candidates to apply for the position, regardless of age, gender, functional ability, nationality or ethnical background. We are an Inclusive Working Life Enterprise, and we aim to facilitate for applicants with disabilities.
Upon receiving applications from candidates with reduced abilities, gaps in CV or immigrant background, we will invite at least one qualified candidate from each category to an interview. In order to be considered for affirmative action, certain requirements should be met, and you must specify that you wish to be considered for the action when applying. Please read more here.
We offer
- the opportunity to work in one of Europe’s leading research institutions
- a creative work environment
- facilities centered near Bergen City Center
- flexible work hours
- public sector occupational pension through the Norwegian Public Service Pension Funds
- cabins available for rent at decent prices
- sport facilities
- welfare benefits
Your application must include
- a short statement of your research interests and motivation for applying for this position (no more than 1 A4 page)
- CV, copies of exam and degree certificates and other relevant certificates
- a complete list of scientific publications
- full name, e-mail address and phone number of 2-3 references and they should be supervisors from your PhD and previous positions.
All documents must be in a Scandinavian language, or in English. Applicants with certificates from a foreign educational institution must include the institution’s explanation of the grading system.
Additional information
The Institute of Marine Research offers a governmentally regulated salary as 1352 Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
Please note that information about applicants may be made public even if an applicant has requested to be exempted from the list of applicants. Applicants will be notified about this in advance.
For more information, please contact Kevin Glover by: Phone: +47 480 40 035, or by E-mail: kevin.glover@hi.no
Further information, can be found here.