PhD fellowship in Evolutionary Biology at Globe Institute, University of Copenhagen We are looking for a highly motivated researcher for a 3-year fully funded PhD fellowship to work on bean domestication through comparative genomics and palaeogenomics. Project description: The PhD project is part of a larger initiative aimed at studying the coevolution of legumes and their root bacteria through the domestication process. Due to their ability to form symbiotic relationships with soil bacteria, legumes offer a unique opportunity to investigate the coevolution of plants and their root microbiome across different environments. Additionally, since legume seeds can be found in the archaeological record, they can be used to trace these species through time using ancient DNA. The PhD project involves sampling Phaseolus nodule data from wild and domesticated plants, generating whole-genome sequencing data from wild and domesticated legumes, as well data from ancient bean seeds, and data analysis and integration of the results. The PhD fellow will work closely with Assistant Prof. Jazm??n Ramos Madrigal. Start: 1 July 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter) Duration: 3 years as a PhD student Key criteria for the assessment of applicants: We are looking for candidates within the fields of biology, ecology, genomics, agronomy, molecular biology, or similar with experience relevant to the project (see qualifications below). The ideal candidate will have a curious mindset with strong interest in evolutionary biology, ecology and in the subjects related to the PhD position (see project description), and experience in: - Carrying out fieldwork - Carrying out molecular biology laboratory work - Proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken The candidate should have interest in learning or experience in: - Carrying out ancient DNA laboratory work - Processing and analysing high-throughput genomic sequencing data - Conducting population genomics, comparative genomics or metagenomic computational analyses - Working in an interdisciplinary research group Other relevant assessment criteria: - Experience with engaging with diverse stakeholders - the grade point average achieved Application procedure: Your application must be submitted electronically by clicking ???Apply now??? below. The application must include the following documents in PDF format: 1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page) 2. CV incl. education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position 3. Certified copy of original Master of Science diploma and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in other language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted. As a prerequisite for a PhD fellowship employment, your master???s degree must be equivalent to a Danish master???s degree. We encourage you to read more in the assessment database: https://ufm.dk/en/education/recognition-and-transparency/find-assessments/assessment-database Please note that we might ask you to obtain an assessment of your education performed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science 4. Publication list (if possible) Application deadline: Sunday the 16th of March 2025, 23.59pm CET Questions: More information about the position and how to apply can be found here: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1307&ProjectId=163466&DepartmentId=19217&MediaId=5&SkipAdvertisement=False&uiculture=en For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact Assistant Prof. Jazm??n Ramos Madrigal (jazmin.madrigal@sund.ku.dk). General information about PhD studies at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is available at the Graduate School???s website: https://healthsciences.ku.dk/phd/guidelines/ Jazm??n Ramos Madrigal Center for Evolutionary Hologenomics Globe Institute University of Copenhagen Jazmin Ramos Madrigal <jazmin.madrigal@sund.ku.dk> (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)