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from the dept. PhD Position in evolutionary ecology and conservation - University of Otago, New Zealand. We are seeking a highly motivated student with a proven academic record for this very challenging PhD. If you are interested or want to know more about this PhD, please contact Dr. Shinichi Nakagawa by email (shinichi.nakagawa@otago.ac.nz; email subject should say “Trojan fish PhD”) . If you would like to apply for this studentship, send your CV including academic records and names and contacts of 3 referees. The position will be filled as soon as a suitable applicant is found. A PhD studentship in evolutionary ecology and conservation at University of Otago, New Zealand. This project uniquely integrates different disciplines – evolutionary biology, conservation biology, behavioural ecology, genetics and endocrinology – to tackle a multitude of questions. The main aim of this project is to test the assumptions of “Trojan sex chromosome theory” using life bearing Poeciliid fish. Trojan sex chromosome theory utilizes hormonal reversal of sex and skewing sex-ratio to control animal population size. In this project, we will investigate the fitness of sex-reversed individuals and their offspring (trans-generational effects). We will also conduct behavioural experiments for mate choice and intra- and inter-specific aggression in these individuals. Furthermore, we will use computer simulations (individual-based modeling) to integrate all observed parameters to predict outcomes of the application of this theory in the real world. The student will be encouraged to explore their own ideas. The scholarship consists of: a stipend NZD 25,000 every year for 3 years and tuition fee waivers over 3 years. This PhD position (3 years) is open to students, who have completed or are completing their BSc(Hons) or/and MSc (or equivalent), of any citizenships (need to fulfill University English Requirements). The preferred date of start for this PhD is September 1st (or slightly later). The successful applicant will be supervised by Dr Mark Lokman, Dr Gerry Closs, and myself (Shinichi Nakagawa). Please check our departmental webpage (http://www.otago.ac.nz/zoology). Our department offers an excellent working environment for PhD students. Also s/he will live in the wonderful city of Dunedin, which is surrounded by beautiful sceneries. < California Condor Nesting Technician Position Available at Santa Barbara Zoo | Post-doctoral research and teaching opportunity >
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PhD Position - Trojan Sex Chromosome theory - University of Otago, New Zealand
