Research Fellow in Evolution

An enthusiastic, motivated, and creative postdoctoral Research Fellow is sought to join a collaborative team within the School of Biological Sciences to develop new theory and predictive process-based models on species’ range dynamics under environmental change. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in theoretical ecology and/or evolution, strong programming skills, and interest in applying those skills to improve understanding and forecasting of species’ eco-evolutionary range dynamics. The fellow will join Dr Greta Bocedi’s team and a wider strong team of PIs, postdocs and postgraduate students developing and applying the RangeShifter platform (led by Dr Greta Bocedi, Prof Justin Travis and Prof Damaris Zurell at the University of Potsdam, in collaboration with Dr Lesley Lancaster), who are embedded within a global collaborative network that will maximize both the impact of the work and the advancement opportunities to the postdoctoral researcher.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £35,333 - £42,155 with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Greta Bocedi, Research Fellow, e-mail: greta.bocedi@abdn.ac.uk.

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa.  At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number:  SBS130R

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 09 February 2023

The School of Biological Sciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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