Research Fellow

Job title:

Research Fellow

Company

University of Aberdeen

Job description

This post provides an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to major new attempts to predict such eco-evolutionary dynamics in nature.The researcher will be based primarily in the School of Biological Sciences, University of Aberdeen, UK. There will be close working collaborations with researchers at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU, Norway) and UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (Edinburgh, UK, Professor Francis Daunt), with opportunities for extended visits to these groups.Together, these groups hold strong expertise in population, behavioural, evolutionary and statistical ecology, including current emphasis on understanding the evolutionary ecology of seasonal migration. They hold thriving PhD and postdoctoral research communities, in which the successful applicant will be embedded.Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £37,099 – £39,347 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Jane Reid, Professor of Population & Evolutionary Ecology, e-mail: jane.reid@abdn.ac.ukShould 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 visitJob Reference Number: SBS162RThe closing date for the receipt of applications is 15 July 2024The 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.

Expected salary

£37099 per year

Location

Aberdeen

Job date

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 01:36:28 GMT

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