2 PhD positions in coastal marine connectivity

 

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Two PhD positions in coastal marine connectivity available immediately. Two fully-funded PhD positions are available immediately within the School of Biological Sciences at Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand) - refer to http://www.vuw.ac.nz/sbs and http://www.vuw.ac.nz/cmeer  for more information.

 

Both positions will focus on genetic aspects of the connectivity of New Zealand coastal taxa. The students will develop microsatellite markers to be applied to four different taxa to determine geographic patterns of genetic variation, to quantify gene flow among populations, and to reveal common and unique patterns of connectivity around the NZ coastline, and the location(s) of common barriers to dispersal.

 

Preference will be given to applications with demonstrated skills and experience in molecular research, including the development and application of genetic markers, in particular microsatellites. Because this project involves a substantial component of field work to collect samples and to inspect sites within New Zealand, applicants must be fit, healthy and prepared to work for several weeks at a time away from home. These two positions are open to New Zealand and all international students.

 

Each stipend covers living expenses (NZ $21,000 pa) and fees (NZ $5,000 pa). Note that for students whose first language is not English, a test score of 6.5 or higher will be required in the IELTS test.

 

Further information may be obtained from Dr James Bell This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ,  Dr Jonathan Gardner - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Dr Peter Ritchie This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; Dr Joe Zuccarello - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  Further details and the application form can be found at -

http://www.fis.org.nz/BreakOut/vuw/schols.phtml?detail+500369