POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP LIMNOLOGY

April 30, 2008

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POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP in
Evolution, within the discipline of Limnology

Invasion patterns a bloom-forming alga

The position will be part of the Research School
in Genomic Evolution at Lund University, with
placement at the Department of Evolution, Section
of Limnology, Faculty of Science.

The Research School in Genomic Evolution is an
integrated part of the Centre for Genomic Evolution
(CGE). Genomic evolution is a new interdisciplinary
research field on the interface between ecology,
evolutionary and molecular biology, and genomics.
A long-term goal is to achieve an integrated
understanding of the molecular, evolutionary and
ecological mechanisms and processes that are
involved in the generation of the immense
diversity of form, and function that
characterizes living organisms. Clearly these
processes operate at different levels of
biological organization, and at different
temporal and spatial scales. Further information
about CGE and the research school could be found
at http://www.ekol.lu.se/research/genomic-ecology.

Reference Number: 110
Last application date: 15 May 2008
Starting date: As soon as possible
Information: Karin Rengefors, Ph. +46 46 222 84 27
e-post: Karin.Rengefors@limnol.lu.se
Worker’s unions at the University of Lund: ST, SACO and SEKO

Project Description:
This project involves studying the population
genetic structure of a nuisance microalga, in
relation to its invasion and dispersal patterns.
It thus has both a basic science approach as well
as an applied aspect. The background is that a
large number of Nordic lakes have become invaded
or dominated by the noxious microalgal species
Gonyostomum semen (Raphidophyte) during the past
decades. This phytoplankton species forms intense
blooms and expels slimy threads that cause skin
irritation to bathers as well as clogging of
filters, thereby reducing the recreational value
of lakes and water quality. It is unclear whether
the species has been spreading to new lakes or
simply become more abundant due to changes in the
environment. This position will involve using DNA
techniques to determine genetic profiles for
Gonyostomum strains, and subsequently population
structure as well as geographical patterns.

This position is suitable for students interested
in approaching evolution questions with
molecular tools. The project will involve
traveling to sampling locations in Sweden and
neighboring countries, which is why a driver’s
license is necessary. The daily work will be very
lab-oriented, including culturing of algae and
molecular analyses.

Qualifications:
Requirements for this position are an MSc or
comparable degree in evolution preferably with an
aquatic evolution specialization. The successful
candidate will have experience in PCR techniques.
A driver’s license is required, as is good
knowledge of written and spoken English.

Regulations concerning appointment as a full
doctoral student can be found in HF 5 Chap 1-7??
and SFS 1998:80. Also consult the admission
regulations at

http://www.science.lu.se/o.o.i.s/2319.

An educational stipend is awarded for the first
18 months of full-time study, following which
time the student is appointed as a full doctoral
student. Regulations concerning educational
stipends for doctoral students can be found in
SFS 1995:938 and 1998:81. Regulations concerning
appointment as a full doctoral student can be
found in HF 5 Chap 1-7?? and SFS 1998:80.

Those who hold an educational stipend or a
doctoral student appointment must first be
accepted for postgraduate study. To be accepted,
a student must be judged to have the competence
necessary to complete a course of postgraduate
study.

In addition to pursuing postgraduate studies, the
doctoral student may also perform other duties -
including research, teaching and administration -
according to the specific regulations.

The university strives for a more even gender
representation within postgraduate education.

Applications:
Applications are made on a specific application
form found on the web site:

http://www.science.lu.se/o.o.i.s/2319.

The application must reach the Registrar, Kansli
N, Lund University, Box 118, SE-221 00 Lund,
Sweden, not later than May 15th, 2008. All
submitted documents must be attested as to their
authenticity.

Scholarship Tags: LIMNOLOGY, Postgraduate, Scholarship