********************GradStudentPositions******************** 1 PhD position (m/w/d) on antimicrobial resistance evolution at Kiel, Germany Well-motivated and highly-qualified students from all countries are welcome to apply. We are looking forward to your application for a PhD position to join the Schulenburg group at Kiel University in the beautiful landscape of Northern Germany. Your profile: - Master of Science degree in Evolutionary Biology or Microbiology. - Experience in evolutionary research and/or bacterial genetics and/or bacterial genomics. - Any of following expertise is an advantage: performance of evolution experiments, biostatistical analysis, bacterial genetics, genome sequence analysis. - Good oral and written communication skills in English. - Motivation to learn and research topics in basic science. The PhD project aims at understanding how evolutionary principles can be harnessed to constrain bacterial adaptation to antimicrobial drugs. The specific focus is on the influence of mutation rates for resistance against different antimicrobials and associated evolutionary trade-offs, such as collateral sensitivity, on resistance evolution in the model pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa. See related publications: https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.68876; https://doi.org/10.1038/s41559-021-01511-2; and https://doi.org/10.1128/spectrum.00143-24. The position will be integrated within the graduate school on Translational Evolutionary Research (https://transevo.de/), providing numerous opportunities for exchange with colleagues working on related topics. The PhD position is based in the Schulenburg group (Kiel University, Northern Germany) for a period of 36 months at the earliest possible date, and at the typical pay-grade of 65% 13 TV-L. Research in the Schulenburg group focuses on the evolution of host-microbe interactions and antimicrobial resistance evolution, combining experimental evolution, genomics, and functional genetic analyses. See: https://evoecogen-kiel.de/. The working language of the group is English. Kiel University sees itself as a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural and social background, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. We promote equality of the sexes. Kiel University is committed to the employment of people with disabilities. Preference will be given to applications from severely handicapped persons and persons of equal standing, provided they are suitable. We expressly welcome applications from people with a migration background. For enquiries regarding the position and research topic please contact Prof. Dr. Hinrich Schulenburg: hschulenburg@zoologie.uni-kiel.de Applications should be sent by email to Hinrich Schulenburg (hschulenburg@zoologie.uni-kiel.de) as a single PDF. Please use 'PhD application AMR evolution - [your name]' as a subject. Applications should include: (1) A letter of motivation (max 1 page, Arial 11, line spacing 1.15). In your motivation letter, please explain how your background fits the required profile and how your research interests align with the group research focus. (2) Curriculum vitae, including names and contact details of 1-2 referees. (3) Master certificate (or current grades transcript in case of ongoing studies) Application deadline: 18. October 2024. Hinrich Schulenburg (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology- Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology Job Summary Earlham College invites applications for a biologist with teaching and research interests in evolution, ecology, and organismal biology. This is a full-time, one-year appointment in the Biology Department as a visiting professor, possibly renewable depending on institutional needs. The position begins in August 2025. The Department seeks an individual who is first and foremost excited about teaching in lecture, seminar classes, laboratory, and research venues to bright and motivated undergraduates in a student-focused department at a nationally ranked small liberal arts college. Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include contributing to introductory courses in evolution, ecology, and biodiversity, and upper-level organismal courses in the applicant's area of taxonomic expertise. Applicants who have expertise in evolutionary biology with a strong research fieldwork component are especially encouraged to apply. Typical course load is two courses with labs per semester (12 contact hours). The successful candidate will join a department with a long history of mentoring visiting faculty, supporting pedagogical innovation, and encouraging professional development. The candidate would also have access to the Joseph Moore Museum biological collections, 400 acres of the Earlham Nature Reserve System, the Hill Memorial Greenhouse and Miller Farm. For an expanded description of Earlham College and the Biology Department please visit: http://www.earlham.edu/biology Qualifications A Ph.D. is required; teaching experience or post-doctoral research is desired Be a positive example and resource to all Earlham Students To Apply: Please submit the following application materials through our Earlham Careers Portal (https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=229818&clientkey=E724250F91A1149AB3AC0A2F64E3DA29) Curriculum Vitae Unofficial transcripts Cover letter - Address your interest in the opening explaining your relevant work history as it pertains to this position. Statement of DEI - Submit your thoughts and experience with matters of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, as it relates and specifically pertains to this position, in a 300 - 1000-word statement. Statement of your Teaching Philosophy. Research statement addressing your research history. List of Three Professional References with Contact Information. References should be able to respond (or produce a letter of recommendation) within 1 week after they are contacted. For additional information, contact Dr. Wendy Tori, Professor of Biology at: toriwe@earlham.edu Review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago. Earlham is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse community, one that reflects the makeup of society at large and that particularly welcomes and supports individuals from groups that have been historically marginalized because of factors such as race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class, and physical ability. The College strongly encourages applications from women and people of color. As an institution with a Quaker identity, the College also solicits applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Wendy P Tori (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** The School of Biological Sciences (SBS) at Washington State University (WSU) invites applications for a permanent, full-time, nine-month (academic year), tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Pullman, WA, with a specialty in Integrative Molecular Biology. We seek a molecular biologist who addresses fundamental questions on the underlying molecular mechanisms of biological processes of animals or plants at the cellular, tissue, or organismal level. Research areas should include, but are not limited to, solving complex biological problems such as animal- or plant- environment interactions, or genotype-phenotype relationships, with a preference for research systems that go beyond model organisms. The ideal candidate should combine approaches, methods, perspectives or scales of organization to provide novel insights into biological functions. They should incorporate traditional methodology with modern approaches such as genomics, RNA biology, proteomics, nanotechnology, dynamic imaging, and structural and environmental microscopy. We seek candidates who will contribute to high quality education and training of undergraduate and graduate students, while also contributing to SBS efforts to enhance equitable and inclusive educational experiences. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will begin the appointment on August 16, 2025. Online applications must be received before 12:00am on: October 29, 2024 Send questions to: sbs.search2@wsu.edu See the job posting for full details: https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Pullman-WA/Assistant-Professor_R-12419?q=Biology Eric H. Roalson, Ph.D. Professor of Biological Sciences Director, Marion Ownbey Herbarium (WS) School of Biological Sciences Washington State University Pullman, Washington 99164-4236 He/Him/His eric_roalson@wsu.edu @ehroalson 509-335-7921 The Washington State University Pullman campus is located on the homelands of the Nim�ipuu(Nez Perce) Tribe and the Palus people. We acknowledge their presence here since time immemorial and recognize their continuing connection to the land, to the water, and to their ancestors. "Roalson, Eric" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** Three new faculty positions in our department in Plant/Fungal Biology. Please encourage your students/postdocs to apply!! https://biology.duke.edu/about-us/jobs -Rytas V Professor Rytas Vilgalys Mail to: Biology Department Duke University 130 Science Drive, rm 139 Durham NC 27708 Office: Biological Sciences rm 346 Email: fungi@duke.edu Phone: 919-672-0403 Rytas Vilgalys (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Postdoctoral position in Evolutionary Genomics Arizona State University The School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to join a vibrant and collaborative team of researchers. The postdoctoral scholar, based at our Tempe Campus, will be trained to lead research on the evolutionary adaptations of vertebrates to their environment. The laboratory has expertise in a wide range of comparative genomic approaches to address questions in evolutionary biology, conservation, development, and functional morphology. We are part of a collaborative group that brings together genome biologists, bioinformaticians, evolutionary biologists, physiologists, functional morphologists, developmental geneticists, and molecular biologists. We partner with local, state, and federal agencies to inform their conservation efforts. More information about the group can be found at https://kusumi.lab.asu.edu. The postdoctoral scholar will receive mentorship and training in leading interdisciplinary, integrative research. This is an in-person, full-time, fiscal-year, term-limited 1-year position, which may be renewable for a second year, contingent on funding and satisfactory performance. Applicants must be within five years of receipt of their Ph.D to be considered. The anticipated start date is January 2025. For more information or to apply: https://apply.interfolio.com/154121 "Dolby, Greer" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Postdoctoral Research Scientist Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Laboratory of Dr Wilfried Haerty in the Research Faculty of the Earlham Institute, based in Norwich, UK. Background: During the lifetime of an organism individual cells will acquire both programmed and spontaneous mutations. Most studies have so far focused on the implications of those events in diseases such as cancer, however such events also occur during normal development and can be part of the response to environmental stress or adaptation. Therapid development of single cell approaches now enable the characterisation of the functional implications of cellular heterogeneity. As part of the Institute Strategic Programme Cellular Genomics, a highly collaborative project bringing together molecular biologists, computational biologists, and computer scientists, we are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Postdoctoral Research Scientist to undertake computational analysis of the functional implications of cellular heterogeneity in systems such as mouse and human cell lines. The role: The successful candidate will investigate the implication of ploidy variation on gene and transcript expression during cellular differentiation in both in-vitro and in-vivo models through the analysis of short and long read sequencing single cell data. To achieve this, the candidate will develop computational pipelines to reproducibly handle both publicly and newly produced single cell data (genome, transcriptome, epigenome) to enable their integrations and interpretation. The project is led by Dr Wilfried Haerty, and the successful candidate will work closely with groups across EI (Dr Iain Macaulay, Dr Edyta Wojtowicz, Dr Conrad Nieduszynski) and with external collaborators. At EI, the post holder will have access to cutting-edge high performance computing facilities and expertise. They will join an active community of experimental and computational biologists working on a wide range of cellular genomics and single-cell analyses. They will have the opportunity to contribute to other projects and the overall development and implementation of single-cell genomic approaches at EI The ideal candidate: The successful applicant will have a PhD in bioinformatics, computational genomics or a related subject. They will have significant experience working with genomic/epigenomic/transcriptomic data, and experience with single-cell genomics analysis. The candidate should have a demonstrable working knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Perl, or R. it is advantageous if the post holder has experience with long read sequencing. Additional information: Salary on appointment will be within the range 36,720 to 39,750 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 24 months. This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options. For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website http://jobs.earlham.ac.uk/ or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004532 As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. The closing date for applications will be 29 November 2024. Naomi Baxter HR Advisor (Recruitment) Human Resources NBI Partnership, Norwich Research Park, Colney, Norwich, NR4 7UH Email: naomi.baxter@nbi.ac.uk with Subject: 1004532 Tel: 01603 450462 or Ext 2462 The NBI Partnership Ltd provides non-scientific services to the John Innes Centre, The Sainsbury Laboratory, the Earlham Institute and the Quadram Institute Bioscience This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may also be privileged. If you are not the named recipient, please notify the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to another person, use it for any purpose, or store or copy the information in any medium. Although thise-mail and any attachments are believed to be free from any virus or other defect which might affect any system into which they are opened or received, it is the responsibility of the recipient to check that they are virus free and that they will in no way affect systems and data. No responsibility is accepted by NBIP for any loss or damage arising in any way from their receipt, opening or use. Any opinion or other information in this e-mail or its attachments that does not relate to the business of NBIP is personal to the sender and is not given or endorsed by NBIP. "nbi recruitment (NBI)" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** A Postdoctoral Research Associate position (one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year) is available in the Caves lab at Brown University in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology in the area of evolution and phylogenetics of marine decapod shrimps. Research in the Caves lab is at the intersection of behavioral ecology, animal vision, and evolution. As a model system, we use cleaner shrimp, a taxonomically and geographically diverse group, and their reef fish 'clients.' Cleaner shrimp are small, tropical crustaceans that remove and often consume ectoparasites and other materials from their client fish, many of which are potential predators. In particular, our work focuses on how cleaners and clients recognize one another and decide to interact cooperatively, and the ecological and evolutionary implications of that cooperation. Existing projects in the Caves lab focus on understanding the dynamics of communication between cleaner and client and investigating how the behavioral, social, and ecological context in which a cleaning interaction occurs can impact its outcome. This postdoctoral position, housed in the Caves lab but with project mentorship and support from Dr. Heather Bracken-Grissom at Florida International University, would focus on using a multi-gene approach to expand our understanding of the phylogenetics of the genus Ancylomenes. This genus has approximately 23 species, about half of which are cleaners and half of which are non-cleaners. The current phylogeny, which includes a handful of species, is not well-resolved, and there are indications that the genus is paraphyletic. This postdoctoral position will involve visits to museum collections (and optionally the field), DNA extraction and sequencing, phylogeny building, and mapping of behavioral, ecological, morphological traits to the phylogeny to examine the evolution of cleaning behavior in the genus and what factors correlate with the evolution of cleaning. Experience with phylogenetics, DNA extraction and sequencing, phylogeny-building, comparative phylogenetic methods, and bioinformatics is necessary. Experience working in marine systems, including is highly desirable. The post-doc is expected to: (1) conduct and coordinate research in a transparent and reproducible manner; (2) participate in lab meetings; and (3) write up results for publication in a timely manner. Opportunities exist for mentorship of undergrad and grad students. Additionally, opportunities exist for participation in marine, SCUBA-based fieldwork. The postdoc is expected to participate in seminars, and will receive mentoring on job applications and interviews, CV prep, and other professional development topics. Salary is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications. Postdoctoral benefits are included. Anticipated start date is Spring or Summer 2025, but is negotiable. A PDF of this job ad is available at:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cFDOhVL43xK7qjntTO8cAMOYzG5jzLyC/view?usp=sharing To indicate interest in the position, email a single PDF to Eleanor Caves (eleanor_caves@brown.edu) by December 15, 2024 with the subject line "Postdoc position your last name" that includes: (1)A cover letter that highlights the required and preferred qualifications listed above and interest in the position (2)A research statement (2 pages) that describes prior research, particularly highlighting skills, techniques, and experience relevant to the position (3)CV (4)2 writing samples, ideally published manuscripts or in prep manuscripts (5)The names and contact information for at least three references Dr. Eleanor Caves She/her/hers Assistant Professor Brown University Department of Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Biology https://caveslab.org/ Zoom: https://brown.zoom.us/j/2877640326 Eleanor Caves (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear all, We are excited to announce that our upcoming Eukaryotic Genome Assembly Using PacBio and Hi-C course, scheduled for 4-8 November, has only a few seats remaining! Course website: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/pacbio/ ) This course offers a deep dive into state-of-the-art methods for assembling eukaryotic genomes, which are often composed of complex repeats. With technologies like PacBio HiFi, which provides both contiguity and base accuracy, and Hi-C scaffolding, participants will learn to assemble genomes with unprecedented precision. Over five days, you'll gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, from working with raw sequencing data to producing fully assembled genomes. We will guide you through: Manipulating and analyzing raw reads Running assembly and scaffolding algorithms Assessing the quality of your final assemblies This course is designed for researchers of all levels who are eager to learn the theory and practice of de novo eukaryotic genome assembly using PacBio long reads and Hi-C data. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, you'll find valuable insights throughout the course. Learning Outcomes: Master PacBio HiFi and Hi-C data for de novo assembly Understand key concepts of genome assembly Gain practical experience with cutting-edge tools For the full list of our courses and workshops, please visit: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/ ) Best regards, Carlo Carlo Pecoraro, Ph.D Physalia-courses DIRECTOR info@physalia-courses.org mobile: +49 17645230846 "info@physalia-courses.org" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** We are launching a call for participation in the following meeting in Montpellier on 2-3-4April 2025, with the aim of developing an international network. The ENI BC+ Network Non-target effects of alternatives to pesticides: an interdisciplinary meeting Who we are? The French network ENI-BC+(Effets Non-Intentionnels des BioContrôles) brings together a community of scientists from a wide range of disciplines, from the biological sciences to the humanities. The aim is to use the same criteria to assess the effects generated by all the techniques and practices used to protect crops and livestock, and to manage vector-borne diseases. Revealing and comparing non-target effects in all their diversity is necessary to guide the choice of solutions in a variety of contexts and territories. This will also enable us to identify sustainability criteria, essential for guiding changes in agricultural practices. Why are we organizing a meeting?To form an interdisciplinary and international network to co-construct research questions on non-target effects of alternatives to pesticides. Why get involved?We're looking for participants who want to develop new collaborations, contribute to collective synthesis reviews, or set up interdisciplinary projects. The meeting will alternate the sharing of original results, mini-reviews and case studies with workshops covering as wide a range of approaches as possible. For inspiration (non-exhaustive lists): Diversity of approaches: environmental sciences, management sciences, biology, linguistics, sociology, healths, economics, geography, history, chemistry, psychology, ecotoxicology, information-communication, ecology, ... Examples of themes: assessment of ecosystem services, representation of non-target effects in media/scientific communications, biological adaptations in pests, One Health, power challenges, struggles for/obstacles to recognition of non-target effects, regulatory issues, historical or territorial insights, etc. How to apply?As the number of participants is limited to 100, applications will be selected by a scientific committee in order to best represent all disciplinary fields and the diversity of perspectives around these issues.Please fill in the application form. Simon Fellous (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Dear colleagues, The Vienna Graduate School of Population Genetics runs an internationally recognized seminar series featuring weekly talks by leading experts in population genetics. We invite interested viewers to stream the seminars during the upcoming winter term (Tuesdays at 17:00 CET/CEST). Sign up here to receive weekly streaming links (Webex): https://forms.gle/eaWbQEWvEN9A1z4CA Schedule and updates are listed on our website: https://www.popgen-vienna.at/news/seminars/ Many talks are posted to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@popgenvienna8051 Winter term schedule: 08.10.24 - Lara Radovic (Vetmeduni, AT) Y chromosome enlightens the last 1,500 years of horse history. 15.10.24 - Rasmus Nielsen (Univ. of California, Berkeley, US) Ancestral Recombination Graphs and their use for population genetic inferences. 22.10.24 - Patrick Tschopp (Univ. of Basel, CH) Cell fate convergence in the vertebrate skeleton. 29.10.24 - Ann-Marie Waldvogel (Univ. of Cologne, DE) Understanding ecological impact on genome evolution - from rivers to deserts. 05.11.24 - Aurelien Tellier (TU Munich, DE) Inference of past demography and life-history traits from genomic and epigenomic polymorphism data. 12.11.24 - Nandita Garud (Univ. of California, Los Angeles, US) Inference of demography and selection from human gut commensal microbiota. 19.11.24 - Ralf Sommer (Max Planck Inst. for Developmental Biology, DE) What's wrong with evolutionary theory? 26.11.24 - Alexander Suh (Univ. of East Anglia, UK) Unusual inheritance and evolution of the germline-restricted chromosome of songbirds. 03.12.24 - Mario dos Reis (Queen Mary Univ. of London, UK) Modeling the action of natural selection on protein-coding genes. 10.12.24 - Rhonda Snook (Stockholm Univ., SE) Ecological and evolutionary consequences of reproductive stress in insects. 17.12.24 - Katie Lotterhos (Northeastern Univ., US) Inversions as concentrators of polygenic architectures. 14.01.25 - Martin Kaltenpoth (Max Planck Inst. For Chemical Ecology, DE) Microbial symbionts as sources of evolutionary innovations in beetles. 21.01.25 - George Cresswell (St. Anna Kinderkrebsforschung, AT) Cancer Evolution: Basic principles to clinical implications. 28.01.25 - Simon Martin (Univ. of Edinburgh, UK) Chromosomal rearrangements and local adaptation: more than meets the eye. Sincerely, Carina Baskett Coordinator, Joint Research Program (SFB)--Polygenic Adaptation Coordinator, Vienna Graduate School of Population Genetics she/her/hers carina.baskett@vetmeduni.ac.at Baskett Carina (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)