Researcher in invertebrate visual neurobiology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply
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Lund University, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
Subject description
We seek a researcher at postdoctoral level for a two-year position at Lund University Vision Group to work on the neurobiology of visually guided locomotion in sea urchins. As part of a Human Frontiers project in collaboration with labs in Naples, Berlin and New York, we will investigate the sensory and neural mechanisms that allow sea urchins to orient towards dark objects. We seek a person with experience in electrophysiology (extracellular and/or intracellular) of invertebrate visual systems.
Work duties
- To develop and perform electrophysiological recordings from all parts of the sea urchin nervous system that are involved in controlling visually guided locomotion
- Supervision of degree students and doctoral students
- Administration related to work duties listed above
Qualification requirements
Applicants must have:
- A PhD or equivalent research qualification within the subject of the position
- Very good oral and written proficiency in English
- Some experience of electrophysiological techniques
Assessment criteria and other qualifications
- Experience of visual neurobiology or visual ecology, especially of invertebrates, will be considered an asset
Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.
Terms of employment
The position is fulltime, will start June-September 2020 and last for two years.
Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:
- CV, including a list of publications
- a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages)
- contact information of at least two references
- copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2 year position, start June-September 2020 (according to agreement) |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100 |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2020/843 |
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| Published | 12.Mar.2020 |
| Last application date | 02.Apr.2020 11:59 PM CEST |