Graduate position:

University of Melbourne. Evolution of colour defences.

We are looking for an enthusiastic PhD student interested in the ecology
and evolution of warning signals, and with a passion for insects and
invertebrates. The project will involve exploring potential links between
dispersal, invasiveness, and anti-predator colour strategies. Background
in ecology and evolution is expected. The project will involve analysing
large datasets, so programming experience in R (and interest in
programming) is desirable. There will be opportunity for some fieldwork
as well.

Location: University of Melbourne (Australia), ranked one of the best
cities to live in the world. There is also opportunity to travel to
Swansea University (UK) to visit co-supervisor A/Prof Will Allen, and
other locations depending on fieldwork.

Qualifications: MSc (Preferred) or Honours in biology with experience
in evolutionary biology, animal ecology or behavioural ecology.

Funding: Selected applicants will be asked to apply to the University
of Melbourne International Scholarship. CV must be competitive.

Start date: Between July and September 2026, but flexible.  Details here:
https://study.unimelb.edu.au/find/courses/graduate/doctor-of-philosophy-science/how-to-apply/#nav

If interested, please send an e-mail to iliana.medina@unimelb.edu.au with
a CV, academic transcripts, and your research interests (max 2 pages).

Link to our website for more information on our group:
https://www.ecomedina.com

Iliana Medina (she/her)

School of BioSciences

University of Melbourne

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Iliana Medina Guzman <iliana.medina@unimelb.edu.au>

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