PhD: Marine Dispersal & Population Genomics

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU); Trondheim; On-site; NOK 496,000 - 606,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU's Department of Biology invites applications for a fully-funded PhD position in modelling marine larval dispersal and population genetics. You will work at the intersection of population genetics, oceanography, and computer science under Associate Professor Scott Burgess.

The role offers training in computational methods, software tools, and opportunities for conferences and research stays. The appointment is for a 3-year doctoral program with a 2% pension contribution and a focus on

Qualifications

• Strong background in ecology or evolution and population genetics.
• Good oral and written English communication and presentation skills.
• Strong quantitative and computational skills.
• Experience with coding and numerical analysis for genetic data.

Responsibilities

• Complete the doctoral education and obtain a PhD.
• Apply advanced statistical and computational methods to analyze genetic data.
• Develop reproducible code and workflows for research.
• Produce a high-quality PhD thesis suitable for publication.
• Engage in international collaboration and conferences.

Skills

Coding (R)

Python

MATLAB

English proficiency

Quantitative skills

Education

Master's degree in ecology or evolution

Tools

SLiM

Linux

Bash scripting

HPC workflows

Job description

NTNU's Department of Biology invites applications for a fully-funded PhD position in modelling marine larval dispersal and population genetics. You will work at the intersection of population genetics, oceanography, and computer science under Associate Professor Scott Burgess.

The role offers training in computational methods, software tools, and opportunities for conferences and research stays. The appointment is for a 3-year doctoral program with a 2% pension contribution and a focus on