A three-year PhD fellowship in genomics is available at the Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture, Nord University (Bodø, Norway) from October 1st. 2022.
FBA invites applications from outstanding candidates for a PhD fellowship within the project “HALIBOT – Epigenetic basis of halibut and turbot broodstock improvement through feed supplementation”, which is linked to the research grant BREEDFLAT funded by EEA and Norway Grants, and coordinated by CIIMAR (Portugal).
The overall aim of this PhD thesis is to determine how the broodstock reproductive performance can be enhanced by feed supplementation at an epigenetic level.
The position is to be located in Bodø.
Qualification requirements
- At the time of taking up the appointment, the candidate should have completed an MSc degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, namely reproductive biology, epigenetics and genomics. The grades at the qualifying MS examination needs to be B or better (ECTS scale from A-E)
- This challenging project requires a highly motivated, creative and ambitious applicant with an excellent academic record and the ability to collaborate with other members of a multidisciplinary team.
- Hands-on experience in exosome isolation, next-generation sequencing, epigenetic analysis and bioinformatics are advantageous for the position.
- Proficiency in oral and written English is essential and must be documented either by the Norwegian Higher Education Entrance Qualification or internationally recognised certificates, such as TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL or similar. Knowledge of a Scandinavian language is beneficial for the position.
- The candidate should fulfill the admission requirements of this PhD programme at the Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture and participate in the training components stipulated in regulations of the PhD program.
- Application for admission to the programme must be submitted within three months after taking up the position. For admission requirements and regulations, see our web page.
Qualified applicants will be ranked according to the following criteria:
- Themes and perspectives from the applicant’s master’s degree will be given weight in the assessment of candidates. Project sketch with description of project idea and plan for implementation.
- Personal suitability and motivation for the position.
- The applicant’s description of motivation for doctoral work and opportunities for implementation. Relevant experience from research work will count positively.
- The applicant’s motivation to apply for the position
We offer
The annual salary for doctoral researchers (code 1017) is set at wage level 54, LR 20, NOK 491 200,- in the Norwegian State Salary Scale.
- Advantages within the Government Pension Fund for borrowing, insurance and pension.
- Creative and collegial working environment
- A workplace with steady progressive development
- Flexible working hours
- Active university sports team
General information
The person who is appointed must abide by the applicable laws, agreements, and directives. The responsibilities and duties associated with the position may change with future reorganization at Nord University.
The public sector workforce is expected to reflect the diversity of the population in general. Nord University therefore encourages qualified candidates with disabilities, gaps in their CV, immigrant backgrounds or different life experience to apply. Nord University practices moderate allocation according to gender quotas in accordance with the Basic Agreement for State Employees.
If applicants indicate they have disabilities or gaps in their CV, their details may be used anonymously for the purposes of governmental annual review
Contact information
For further information about the position, please contact professor Jorge Fernandes (e-mail: jorge.m.fernandes@nord.no; telephone: +47 75 51 77 36). Questions related to the application process should be addressed to the head of office Irene Stork (e-mail: irene.stork@nord.no).
Application process
Applicants will be evaluated by an internal expert committee. Relevant applicants will be invited for an interview, trial lecture or other presentations.
The Faculty reserve the right not to hire applicants who may be scientifically qualified but who do not meet other criteria such as language, educational background or personal characteristics
Application
Applications must be submitted electronically by 31. July 2022.
Applicants for this position are required to provide the following:
- Motivation letter outlining the candidate’s suitability for this position, relevant experience and how she/ he will contribute to the successful implementation of HALIBOT and BREEDFLAT (maximum 1 page)
- A research proposal of a potential research project (maximum 2 pages)
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications (maximum 3 pages)
- Certified copies of academic degree transcripts and any other relevant qualifications
- Contact details for at least two referees
- Signed consent form PhDÂ (if relevant)
All documents must be uploaded as attachments to the electronic application form.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit the complete documentation within the deadline.
After the application period has expired a list of applicants will be published. Note that, in special cases, the identity of particular applicants to a position may be made public even when that applicant has requested that their application be processed confidentially. Applicants requesting an exemption from publication of their identity must explain their reasons for doing so in their application. In this case, advance notice will be given in the event of a decision to make any information about the applicant public.
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Further details and application, follow this link.