Postdoc position in Amphibian Disease Ecology

We are seeking for a postdoctoral researcher in amphibian disease 
ecology and evolution to work in the Genomics and Experimental Evolution 
group at the Institute of Environmental Sciences, Jagiellonian 
University, Krakow, Poland. The position is part of the National Science 
Centre (NCN) grant "The role of blood parasites in emerging disease 
dynamics and biodiversity loss in amphibians".

*Background*. Understanding the interactions between pathogens, as well 
as between pathogens and their hosts, is essential for inferring the 
evolution of disease dynamics, host immunity, and pathogen virulence. 
This knowledge is particularly critical for endangered taxa like 
amphibians. In this project, we aim to assess the role of hematic 
parasites in amphibian decline, as these parasites have been shown to 
significantly impact other taxa.

*Job description*. The postdoc will conduct an experiment to investigate 
the impact and costs associated with infection by blood parasites in 
amphibians. This experiment will be carried in Dr. Netherlands' lab in 
South Africa 
(https://www.ufs.ac.za/natagri/faculty-of-natural-and-agricultural-sciences-home/general/staff?pid=HyjqNLMuYYE%3D). 
The position will involve experimental laboratory work and statistical 
modelling. (S)he will work together with the PI, Dr. Netherlands, and 
other team members, including a network of international collaborators.

*Requirements*. The suitable candidate will have a PhD degree obtained 
no earlier than in 2017 (extensions for parental leave apply), be fluent 
in English and have a strong interest in disease ecology and 
evolutionary biology. The candidate should have experience in 
experimental biology and data analysis, ideally with R; a background in 
blood parasites or emerging amphibian diseases will be an advantage. 
Employment: full-time research for nine months. Salary: approx. 7800 PLN 
gross (before tax, including benefits).

*How to apply*. The application (one single pdf file) should include: 
cover letter, CV with the list of publications, contact details of two 
referees and a scan of the PhD certificate. Please send the application 
by e-mail to: gemma.palomar.garcia@gmail.com by 20th February 2025 at 
the latest. Selected candidates will be invited for live or Skype 
interviews. Preferred starting date April-May 2025.

Gemma <gemma.palomar.garcia@gmail.com>

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