2–years postdoc position at the University of the Balearic Islands, under the project MARISCO “Phenotyping Rubisco in aquatic organisms: evolutionary drivers, molecular mechanisms and ecological consequences”
The aim of the project is to study the performance of Rubisco in targeted phylogenetic branches along the evolution of photosynthetic organisms
Duration: 2 years, potentially longer depending on funding.
Starting date: end of 2019 or by agreement.
Interested applicants should send their CV plus motivation letter to Concepción Íñiguez (c.iniguez@uib.es <mailto:c.iniguez@uib.es>) or Jeroni Galmés (jeroni.galmes@uib.cat <mailto:jeroni.galmes@uib.cat>).
Applications close on November 30th.
The candidate is expected to have a PhD in one of the following subjects: Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Ecology, Microbiology, and/or related topics. Background in bioinformatic analysis, genomic data and familiarity with meta-analysis is also expected. Demonstrated ability in writing and scientific communication, with a sufficient number of publications in relevant positions is a requisite.
Competencies which will constitute an advantage during the selection are:
– Experience in Rubisco biochemistry.
– Experience of working with phytoplankton and aquatic macrophytes.
– Experience of working with extremophyles.
Additional skills:
Capacity to take the initiative, be creative and to manage own progress with accuracy.
Good ability to work independently in a cross disciplinary environment.
Good communication skills and a good command of written and spoken English is required.
Freshwater Ecology 