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PhD thesis in MHC evolution and parasite-host interaction, Germany
January 6, 2008
PhD thesis in MHC evolution and parasite-host interaction
A Ph.D. studentship (E13TV-L/2) in fish ecology and evolution is
available from January 2008 in the group of Jasminca Behrmann-Godel at
the Limnological Institute of the University of Konstanz.
The thesis will focus on parasite-host interactions and investigate
local and seasonal differences in the parasite community of Eurasian
perch and ruffe and its relation to individual immune Parameters (MHC
alleles). The planned work includes field and laboratory work such as
catch and preparation of fish for parasite assessment and molecular
genetics work (fragment analysis and sequencing). The thesis will be
financed within the SFB 454 (BLittoral of Lake Constance
(http://www.uni-konstanz.de/sfb454/) and cooperation with other
working groups within the SFB 454 is planned and desired.
The lab of Jasminca Behrmann-Godel studies ecology and evolution using
fish as model species. Ongoing projects range from behavioural
experiments on MHC triggered mate choice, kin and population
recognition to molecular evolution of MHC genes in fish and
phylogeography of the Lake Constance region.
A description of our research can be found at
http://www.uni-konstanz.de/fish-ecology/
A successful candidate will have a strong background in evolutionary
biology. Experience in parasitology is advantageous. We are looking
for an individual with a Masters Degree or equivalent, who is highly
self-motivated and can work independently.
Closing date for applications: December 20, 2007
Curriculum Vitae, a letter of application highlighting recent relevant
experience, and the names, addresses and e-mail addresses of at least
two referees should be sent as a single pdf file to:
Contact address:
Jasminca.Behrmann@uni-konstanz.de
Jasminca Behrmann-Godel
Limnological Institute
University of Konstanz
78457 Konstanz
Germany
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