*Link with all info* https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/277333/postdoctoral-research-fellow-in-evolutionary-and-comparative-genomics *Contact info* jose.cerca@ibv.uio.no *What* Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Evolutionary and Comparative Genomics *Context *Some of the most diverse lineages on our planet (e.g. Darwin's Finches and Hawaiian Silverswords), are found in oceanic archipelagos. Paradoxically, species in these regions often have small population sizes, frequently experience bottlenecks and founder events, and are prone to inbreeding all factors typically detrimental to genetic diversity. How, then, can these remotely located lineages, subject to such genetic constraints, maintain enough diversity to radiate and evolve? This project aims to explore this fascinating paradox. This Postdoc project will incorporate ecology, genomics, and evolutionary biology to investigate the evolution of genetic variation on three lineages within the Asteraceae family in the Galápagos: Scalesia, Lecocarpus, and Darwiniothamnus. There may be opportunities for fieldwork in the Galápagos, and research visits abroad (Australia, Canada, Ecuador) as part of this research project. *We will focus on:* *The impact of structural variants in local adaptation* *Pangenome approaches to detect variation in gene content across individuals;* *Where* The position provides an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, diverse and very active research group with a focus on close mentorship, skills and career development, at the University of Oslo. The group is situated with the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES) which is a vibrant interdisciplinary research cluster with an active and welcoming research culture. There will be possibilities for supervision of PhD and MSc students. The main purpose of a postdoctoral fellowship is to provide the candidates with enhanced skills to pursue a scientific top position within or beyond academia. To promote a strategic career path, all postdoctoral research fellows are required to submit a professional development plan no later than one month after commencement of the postdoctoral period. *Qualification requirements* - Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree in biology, bioinformatics, genomics, ecology, evolutionary biology, or alike. Doctoral dissertation must be submitted for evaluation by the closing date. Only applicants with an approved doctoral thesis and public defense are eligible for appointment. - Fluent oral and written communication skills in English *Desired qualifications:* - Experience with whole genome data and computational biology or bioinformatics (genome assembly and annotation, pangenome graphs, population genomics) using Nanopore, PacBio and/or Illumina data - Strong interest in biodiversity genomics *We offer* - Attractive welfare schemes and a generous pension agreement - Professionally stimulating working environment - Vibrant international academic environment - Postdoctoral development programmes - Opportunity of up to 1.5 hours a week of exercise during working hours. - A workplace with good development and career opportunities. - Membership in the Statens Pensjonskasse, which is one of Norway's best pension schemes with beneficial mortgages and good insurance schemes. - Salary in position as Postdoctoral Fellow, position code 1352 in salary range NOK from 579 700 to 657 300, depending on competence and experience. >From the salary, 2 percent is deducted in statutory contributions to the State Pension Fund. *Application* Your application should include: - A well-justified cover letter including a statement of interest, briefly summarizing your scientific work and interests, and a personal assessment focusing on how you fit the description of the person we seek. - Documentation of English proficiency, if applicable - CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity) - Copies of educational certificates, academic transcript of records - A complete list of publications and up to 5 academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee (PDFs should be attached in the application) - Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and telephone number) - [Optional, but beneficial] A 1-2 page research proposal outlining research questions, and an experimental design focusing on structural variants, pangenomes and Galápagos plants. - [Optional, but beneficial] A previously submitted grant application (e.g. MSCA or any other grant) by the candidate, so the committee assesses interests and merits islandevolution.github.io [group website] jcerca.github.io [personal website] Google Scholar Evolutionary Biologist Swedish Museum of Natural History (20% @ the University of Oslo) José Cerca (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)