Postdoc opportunity

We are seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral position in Population Genetics to study the demographic history of settlers of Patagonia. The postdoc will work in a genomics and bioinformatics laboratory and will have available unique microarray genotyping data and whole genome sequence data from modern and ancient DNA from Patagonia (Chile and Argentina). He/she will also be responsible for generating and analyzing new data. Travel opportunities to our collaborator’s laboratory, Carlos Bustamante in Stanford University.

Requisites:

  • PhD in Genetics, Evolution or related field obtained between January 1st 2013 and November 30th 2016.
  • A motivation letter
  • Writing fluency in English
  • CV or resume

Desired skills:

  • Strong background in quantitative or population genetics
  • Bioinformatic skills at user level
  • Spanish or willingness to learn

Funding:

  • Through a FONDECYT Postdoctoral fellowship (Spanish).
  • Successful applicants will apply for funding with the sponsorship and assistance of the laboratory PI (application will be in English).

Deadline:

  • July 8th 2016 (FONDECYT applications end in August 4th)

Postdoc start date:

  • March 2017

Interested should inquiries and application material to Dr. Ricardo Verdugo (raverdugo@u.uchile.cl).