Mar 26th, 2008 by The Editors
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The Liggins Institute of The University of Auckland is seeking to appoint a Senior Research Fellow/Associate Professor in Evolutionary Medicine
The appointee will have a strong research background in a relevant area of evolutionary biology with application to medicine, anthropology or human biology, and will continue and develop this research programme in collaboration with existing groups in the Liggins Institute and its partner institutions. The successful candidate will also play a key role in developing Evolutionary Medicine as an academic discipline within The University of Auckland by contributing to teaching in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences and the School of Biological Sciences. An exceptional candidate could be appointed at a professorial level.
The Liggins Institute (www.liggins.auckland.ac.nz), directed by Professor Peter D. Gluckman FRS, is a Large-Scale Research Institute within The University of Auckland. It is committed to world-class biomedical and clinical research in areas of major health importance. Within the Institute, research in the Centre for Human Evolution, Adaptation and Disease focuses on how present (ecological) and past (developmental and evolutionary) interactions with the environment influence human health and disease. A particular focus is on the nexus between evolutionary biology, developmental biology and life history biology. Most of its research has been in defining developmental pathways affecting metabolic disease, body composition, appetite and behavior, obesity and pubertal changes. There is a strong focus on epigenetics. The Liggins Institute is a leading partner in New Zealand’s multi-institutional National Research Centre for Growth and Development, and also has close linkages with research groups with similar interests in the U.K., U.S. and Singapore.
Enquiries should be directed to Professor Peter D Gluckman FRS, email pd.gluckman@auckland.ac.nz.
University of Copenhagen,
Recruitment underway for first Professor of Evolutionary Medicine
Applications due by Nov. 15.
This is the first full time position for a Professor of Evolutionary Medicine. Based within the Department of Biology of the University of Copenhagen, the position offers a wonderful opportunity to develop the field with a well-funded international group and to develop one’s own research. The lab group communicates in English. The search committee includes Jacob Boomsma, Randolph Nesse and Stephen Stearns. Application for work in all areas of evolution and medicine are welcomed. Many researchers in the international group associated with this position are pursuing projects related to aging, infection or immunology. Full info at http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/jobs/28747
Director, National Evolutionary Synthesis Center
Duke University, Durham, NC, USA
Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Director of the National Evolutionary Synthesis Center, NESCent (www.nescent.org), a research center in Durham, North Carolina, USA. The Center is supported by the National Science Foundation, and is jointly sponsored by Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina State University. The position of Director will be a faculty appointment at the senior level made by Duke University.
NESCent promotes collaborative research on fundamental synthetic questions in evolutionary biology by supporting visiting scientists in working groups and catalysis meetings (>500 scientists/year) and resident sabbatical and visiting scholars and postdoctoral fellows. The Center also has a large Informatics group and an active program in Education and Outreach in evolutionary biology.
Applications and nominations should be submitted electronically to nescent-director@duke.edu. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.
The full ad and application instructions can be viewed at:
http://www.nescent.org/about/employment.php.
The Center is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.
Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent)
Communications Manager, Education & Outreach
The National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent) http://www.nescent.org/index.php seeks a highly motivated biologist to serve as Communications Manager for the Center’s Education and Outreach program. The Communications Manager will be involved in all aspects of the Center’s Education and Outreach activities and will work closely with the Associate Director for Education and Outreach and EOG staff to promote the scientific and educational activities of the Center. The individual will be expected to work with initiatives in the public understanding of science and will work with postdocs, visiting scientists and working groups to help translate NESCent science. We seek an individual with a strong background in Evolutionary Biology or a related field, and with demonstrated experience in science communication, education and outreach.
Expected Qualifications: Ph.D. in biology or related field, with experience in evolutionary biology. We are looking for an individual with experience in science communication, teaching, and/or education and well developed communication skills and leadership potential.
How to Apply: Candidates should submit a letter of application discussing their background and job interests, CV and names of three individuals willing to provide letters of recommendation to CommMgr@nescent.org. Applications will be considered until the position is filled; applications received before January 10 will be guaranteed consideration. For more information see our web site at NESCent Employment Opportunities at http://www.nescent.org/about/employment.php. Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.