Two post-docs in computational Bayesian phylogenetics in Stockholm

Two 24-month post-doctoral positions are available in the Department of

Biodiversity Informatics at the Swedish Museum of Natural History in

Stockholm to work with Dr Fredrik Ronquist on Bayesian phylogenetic

inference. In this project, funded by the Swedish Research Council, we are

developing an R-like computational environment making it possible to build

complex evolutionary models for simulation and Bayesian inference. You will

be expected to contribute to the computational environment while developing

an independent, methodological or empirical research project where Bayesian

phylogenetic computation plays a central role. The choice of research topic

is quite flexible within these general constraints.


The successful candidates will be part of the Stockholm Phylogenomics Group,

involving mathematicians, computer scientists and biologists at the

Karolinska Institute, the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), the Swedish

Museum of Natural History, and Stockholm University. The group offers an

excellent interactive environment for cross-disciplinary research in

bioinformatics. Through the Swedish National Infrastructure for Computing

(SNIC) and the Bioinformatics Infrastructure for Life Sciences (BILS), the

group has access to high-performance computing resources and support

services.


You should have a doctoral degree in a relevant area, such as

bioinformatics, mathematics, statistics, computer science or evolutionary

biology. You should be comfortable with mathematical and statistical

reasoning, be a skilled programmer, and have experience with empirical

research problems of scientific significance. A strong track record and good

communication skills are expected, including proficiency in English.



Monthly salary will be 3,100-3,600 Euros depending on experience. Starting

date is flexible but should be no later than December 31, 2012. Please

indicate desired starting date in the application.



For more information about the positions, contact Professor Fredrik

Ronquist, Head of the Department of Biodiversity Informatics at the Swedish

Museum of Natural History (

fredrik.ronquist@nrm.se; +46-8 5195 4094).




The application should consist of a personal letter, a description of the

planned research project (3-5 pages), and a CV. Mark the application with

"dnr 33-119/2012", and send it by e-mail to rekrytering@nrm.se

 by *** March 30, 2012 ***.