PhD position in human population genetics and ancient DNA analyses Are you interested in working with human population genetics, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment, with the support of competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Are you looking for an employer that invests in sustainable employeeship and offers safe, favourable working conditions? We welcome you to apply for a PhD position at Uppsala University. We're looking for a dedicated PhD student to join our team focused on the DNA research of African populations, both modern and ancient. The selected candidate will be responsible for laboratory work with ancient DNA and the bioinformatic analysis of population genetic data. The goal is to understand African population structure and their genetic responses to changes in lifestyle and environment over time. This position offers a chance to deepen our knowledge of Africa's human population history. Research will be conducted within the Schlebusch group, Human Evolution Program, Department of Organismal Biology (Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University). The group is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research council. The Schlebusch group is specifically interested in studying human history on the African continent and uses genetic data from modern day populations and ancient remains as a tool for the inference of African history. The Human Evolution Program, in which the Schlebusch group is situated, has a broad interest in population genetics and human evolution. There are ample opportunities to work closely with postdocs and PhD students that focus on related projects. The research environment is international with English being the working language. See Prof. Schlebusch web-page for more information on the research and recent publications (http://www.iob.uu.se/research/human-evolution/schlebusch/) and Human Evolution Program web-page for more information on the Program (http://www.iob.uu.se/research/human-evolution). Duties The work consists of bioinformatic working in Uppsala University's computer cluster, implementing scripts and running population genetic software as well as programming and statistical analysis. Additionally, the position encompass work in an ancient DNA clean-lab environment. Requirements Completed university education of 240 university points (hogskolepoäng, hp) out of which 60 hp on advanced level corresponding to master degree in relevant field. The ideal candidate is highly motivated with thorough education and strong interest in evolutionary genetics/genomics, population genetics and human evolution. Good knowledge of English in speech and writing. Great emphasis is placed on personal qualities such as planning and organizational skills, accountability and accuracy. Additional qualifications Previous experience with large-scale genetic data analysis, bioinformatics, programming and implementation of aDNA bioinformatic pipelines is advantageous. Experience of work at molecular biology research lab or cleanroom. Experience of work with next generation sequencing methods, DNA extraction, PCR and DNA quantification. Experience and knowledge about human population genetics. Fieldwork experience (especially in Africa) and an interest/background in African history. About the employment The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 2024-08-01 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala For further information about the position, please contact: Carina Schlebusch carina.schlebusch@ebc.uu.se. Please submit your application by 7th June 2024, UFV-PA 2024/1731. Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all of our 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of Sweden's most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services. Submit your application through Uppsala University's recruitment system: https://www.jobb.uu.se/details/?positionIdr8524 Placement: Department of Organismal Biology Type of employment: Full time , Temporary position Pay: Fixed salary Number of positions: 1 Working hours: 100% Town: Uppsala County: Uppsala län Country: Sweden Last application date: 2024-06-07 -- Carina M. Schlebusch (PhD, Genetics) Professor of Human Evolution and Genetics Human Evolution Program, Department of Organismal Biology Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University Norbyvägen 18C SE-752 36 Uppsala, Sweden Mobile number: +46 76 306 3341 Email: carina.schlebusch@ebc.uu.se or cschlebu@gmail.com Webpage: https://mp.uu.se/web/profilsidor/start/-/emp/N9-1616 Group webpage: http://www.iob.uu.se/research/human-evolution/schlebusch/ När du har kontakt med oss pÃ¥ Uppsala universitet med e-post sÃ¥ innebär det att vi behandlar dina personuppgifter. For att läsa mer om hur vi gor det kan du läsa här: http://www.uu.se/om-uu/dataskydd-personuppgifter/ E-mailing Uppsala University means that we will process your personal data. For more information on how this is performed, please read here: http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/data-protection-policy Carina Schlebusch (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)