PhD position in Yeast Evolutionary Genomics, University of Stockholm, Sweden The Stelkens Lab is hiring a highly motivated person for a 4-year fully funded PhD position. Research topics include but are not limited to: 1) Parallel evolution of climate adaptation in Europe and South America, 2) The genetic architecture of temperature adaptation, 3) The evolution of pathogenicity as a by-product of thermotolerance. The selected candidate will use the powerful microbial model system budding yeast (Saccharomyces spp.), experimental evolution, and cutting-edge genomic tools to study evolutionary processes. We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in evolutionary biology, ideally with some experience in experimental evolution and/or molecular, population, and quantitative genetics. Prior training in yeast cultivation, statistics, and programming (e.g. R, Python) is a plus. Applicants should be independent thinkers, well-organized, good communicators, and happy to work in an international team. Applicants are required to hold a MSc degree (or equivalent qualification) in biology. Training will be provided in molecular genetics, whole genome sequencing, statistics, bioinformatics, yeast cultivation, and microbiology. The work will mostly be lab-based but may include some fieldwork. There is flexibility within the project for the student to develop their own interests with guidance and support from the supervisor and collaborators. The position can be combined with teaching (maximum 20%), which prolongs the employment. The successful candidate will receive a salary and full social benefits. Work environment: Stockholm University is located four metro stops from the centre of Stockholm, one of the most beautiful and dynamic capital cities of Europe. SU is home to a vibrant scientific community, including the Science for Life Laboratory and the Swedish Museum of Natural History. Sweden is a free and open society, and strives to be one of the world's most innovative and research-intensive nations. We enjoy a respected system of democracy and individual rights, free health care, freedom of speech, a free press, the right to scrutinize those in power, and access to beautiful nature. Most Swedes speak English. It is strongly recommended that you read relevant literature and tailor your cover letter and application according to the position. Applications without this will not be considered. Application: Use the official Stockholm University job portal. Please send formal application, including a statement of motivation, relevant expertise, your CV, and the contact details of at least two references. Link to application portal with more details: https://su.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:798314/ Start date: negotiable, but in 2025 Application deadline: 22. April 2025 Informal enquiries to Rike Stelkens: rike.stelkens@zoologi.su.se Rike Stelkens Associate Professor Yeast Evolutionary Genomics Department of Zoology Stockholm University, Sweden email: rike.stelkens@zoologi.su.se tel: +46 (0) 816 4223 lab website: stelkenslab.com Rike Stelkens (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)