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  • Postdoc position in population genomics, CSIRO, Canberra

    The Position:
    Opportunity for a Post-Doctoral researcher to use genome-wide approaches
    to study population connectivity and gene flow in globally distributed
    and highly mobile insect species. The project will focus on two of the
    most destructive global caterpillar pests, the cotton bollworm
    (Helicoverpa armigera) and the tropical armyworm (Spodoptera litura),
    with the aim of determining the degree to which neighbouring countries
    are important as sources of genes of ecological interest in Australia.
    These are, in particular, genes significant for pesticide resistance,
    host use, and mobility. This information will benefit agricultural
    industries worldwide.

    In this position, you will have primary responsibility for developing
    and implementing a population genomics study that uses genome,
    transcriptome and re-sequencing data to examine population structure,
    and identify adaptation signatures in regional populations of these
    emerging non-model species. Developing the appropriate bioinformatic and
    biostatistical approaches will be a significant part of the work, as
    well as the opportunity to collaborate with international partners and
    contribute to empirical studies.

    As part of the CSIRO Ecosystem Sciences team, you will visit leading
    scientists in the field and be trained to use state-of-the-art
    technology. You will also have a development plan tailored to your
    experience and interests, to further your career in science. There is
    access to CSIRO's extensive Library services and facilities as well as
    the opportunity to collaborate with post-doctoral and research
    scientists in other CSIRO Divisions.

    Specifically you will:

    * Undertake research on the population and comparative genomics and
    transcriptomics in species of Helicoverpa and Spodoptera, with a
    focus on genes significant for pesticide resistance, host use,
    and mobility
    * Participate in the identification of further opportunities arising
    from research and initiate new lines of research
    * Assist in the planning and preparation of research proposals and
    carry out investigations requiring originality, creativity and
    innovation
    * Publish and present results to national and international audiences

    Location: Black Mountain, Canberra
    Salary: AU$75K - $82K per annum plus up to 15.4% superannuation
    Ref no: ACT12/00784
    Tenure: 3 year term

    To be successful you will have:

    * Completed, or will shortly complete, the requirements for a PhD
    degree in a relevant scientific discipline with not more than 3
    years of relevant Postdoctoral experience.
    * Experience in genome bioinformatics using next-generation sequence
    technologies and in quantitative population / evolutionary genetics
    * Ability to publish in scientific journals and present research at
    conferences
    * Experience cooperating and collaborate with others to achieve
    objectives

    About CSIRO: Australia is founding its future on science and
    innovation. Its national science agency, CSIRO is a powerhouse
    of ideas, technologies and skills for building prosperity,
    growth, health and sustainability. It serves governments,
    industries, business and communities across the nation. Find out
    more! www.csiro.au

    Applications close 31st May 2012
    Find out more! For further information and instructions on how to
    lodge your application, please visit our website at CSIRO Careers
    http://csiro.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm, choose "Job Search" and insert
    Reference Number ACT12/00784 where indicated.

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