A postdoc position is available in the research group of Dieter Ebert, at Basel University in Switzerland. I am looking for a highly motivated post-doc with interest in the genetics/genomics of host-parasite interactions. This position is funded to work on the Daphnia - microparasite system. A background in evolutionary genetics, molecular genetics and bioinformatics skills is welcome. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, a superb work ethic, and the ability to think creatively and critically are desired. Here are 4 recent publications related to this project:
- Bento et al 2017. PLoS Genetics, DOI:10.1371/journal.pgen.1006596).
- Ebert, D. & Fields, P.D. 2020. Host-parasite coevolution and its genomic signature. Nature Reviews Genetics 21: 754-768. doi: 10.1038/s41576-020-0269-1
- Ameline, C., Voegtli, F., Andras, J., Dexter, E., Engelstaedter,J. & Ebert, D. Genetic slippage after sex maintains diversity for parasite resistance in a natural host population. bioRxiv 2021.07.11.451958; doi:
https://doi.org/10.1101/2021.07.11.451958- Ameline,C., Bourgeois,Y., Voegtli, F., Savola, E., Andras, J., Engelstaedter, J. & Ebert, D. 2021. A two-locus system with strong epistasis underlies rapid parasite-mediated evolution of host resistance. Molecular Biol. and Evol. 38: 1512-1528.
https://doi.org/10.1093/molbev/msaa311The starting date for the position is negotiable. The working language in the group is English. Speaking German is helpful in everyday life in Basel, but is not a requirement. A PhD degree is required. The position is initially for 2 years, but can be extended.
Please send your application by E-mail (all material in one PDF please) to Dieter Ebert. Applications should include a motivation letter, a CV, a list of publications and a 1-page statement about research interests. Please give names and email addresses of two persons who are willing to write a letter of recommendation. Application deadline is 15. October 2021.
