Research Technician Fellowship Reference: Academy of Finland: 21000023311 Main scientific field: Molecular biology, biotechnology Specific scientific field: Molecular genetics Summary A Research Technician Fellowship (BI) is now available within the framework of BIODESERTS, Biodiversity of Deserts and Arid Regions, financed by the Finnish Academy of Science foundation. A research technician will work in genetic laboratory on molecular mechanisms of evolution of coloration in mammals. Primarily he/she will develop and optimize techniques previously used in model organisms, in non-model species. Admission requirements Candidates will be admitted to the competition when demonstrating: (i) a M.Sc. title in Molecular Genetics or closely related fields; (ii) expertise in molecular biology including developing and optimizing laboratory techniques. Preference will be given to candidates with proven experience in working independently in molecular genetic laboratory, including designing and managing projects, and developing methodology. Work plan The successful candidate will support project tasks primarily related to the developing and optimizing PCR protocols, designing primers, optimizing and conducting sequencing on non-model organism. It will include: (1) the identification, from literature and available datasets (e.g. mouse genome) of colour candidate genes; (2) designing primers to study colour genes in none model species; (3) describing sequence polymorphism in genes affecting coloration in mammals. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate in writing technical reports and scientific publications, as well as to explore novel approaches and tools related to molecular evolution (e.g. next generation sequencing platform). Legislation and regulations Law N º. 40/2004, dated August 18 (Statute of Scientific Research Fellow); Regulation of Advanced Training and Qualification of Human Resources 2010; and as Grant Regulation of ICETA, approved by FCT. [Lei Nº. 40/2004, de 18 de Agosto (Estatuto do Bolseiro de Investigação Científica); Regulamento da Formação Avançada e Qualificação de Recursos Humanos 2010 e conforme Regulamento de Bolsas do ICETA aprovado pela FCT.] Workplace The work will be carried out at CIBIO - Research Centre for Biodiversity and Genetic Resources, under the scientific supervision of Zbyszek Boratynski ([email protected]). Grant duration The grant will be awarded for a period of 6 months, starting as soon as candidate is selected. The grant contract may be renewed up to a maximum duration of 18 months. Further extended collaboration (including next generation sequencing techniques) will be considered for candidates interested in pursuing research and academic training at the level of PhD. Value of monthly maintenance allowance Monthly allowance will be 980 euros, according to the grant regulations of FCT in Portugal (alfa.fct.mctes.pt/apoios/bolsas/valores). Selection methods The ranking of candidates will be performed by a global evaluation based on the CV (40%), the previous experience of the applicant relevant to the project and work-plan (50%), and the motivation of the applicant (10%). Applications should include a CV, preferably accompanied by a motivation letter and copies of all relevant academic certificates. All documents should be submitted in English. The jury may not award the scholarship if the quality of candidates is lower than desired. Composition of the Selection Panel Dr Zbyszek Boratynski (Chair, [email protected]), Prof. Tapio Mappes (Vogal), Dr. Rui Miguel Macieira de Faria (Vogal, [email protected]), and Dr José Carlos Brito (Vogal). Form of advertising/notification of results The final evaluation results will be published and the winning candidate will be notified by e-mail or telephone. Deadline for application and presentation of applications The application period will be from 1 October to 31 November 2013. Applications must be formalized by sending a letter of application/motivation together with the following documents: Curriculum vitae, degree certificates, and other documents considered relevant. Contacts Rui Miguel Macieira de Faria (CIBIO): [email protected] Zbyszek Boratynski (CIBIO) [email protected] (due to field work responses might be delayed)
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