Postdoctoral Research Assistant

Spatial and temporal genetic structuring of Edible crab populations

Applications are invited for a PDRA position in the laboratory of Dr Paul Shaw to work on a DEFRA funded study into population genetic structuring of edible crab (Cancer pagurus) in the English Channel. In addition to the definition of stock structuring the project will address fundamental issues such as the effects on gene flow of hydrography, larval dispersal and adult migration.

The PDRA will be expected to apply microsatellite marker and mtDNA sequencing approaches. Applicants should have proven experience in population genetics / evolutionary biology and ideally will possess expertise in the molecular methods stated, although some training can be provided.

The post is for a fixed period of 3 years. The provisional start date is 1st January 2005 (negotiable). The appointment will be on the RA1A scale, starting salary up to £26,954 per annum inclusive.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr Paul Shaw (tel 01784 443774, email p.shaw@rhul.ac.uk).

Further details and an application form are available below or from the Personnel Department, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX; fax: 01784 473527; tel: 01784 414241. Please quote reference KB/4313

	Information about the College and Recruitment
	The Project
	Job Description
	Person Specification
	Application form in Word

Please note the College is closed between 24 December 2004 and 4 January 2005 and that applications can be downloaded from our website during that period.

Closing date for the receipt of applications is Noon, Friday 7 January 2005.

We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community

URL link: http://www.rhul.ac.uk/Personnel/ads/bio4313.html