Position is available at the Institute of Marine Research in Bergen,Norway, to develop and analyse eco-genetic models of fisheries-inducedadaptive change. This modelling framework aims at combining a realisticdescription of the ecological setting as well as population structurewith a description of genetic detail at a level that would still allowpredictions on rate of evolutionary change. Potential empirical interfacesinclude applications to cod, plaice, salmon and oysters.

The post is funded as part of a EU Marie Curie ResearchTraining Network FishACE (Fisheries-induced Adaptive Changein Exploited Stocks). According to fellowship rules (seehttp://www.iiasa.ac.at/Research/ADN/FishACE/Positions.html), applicantsmust be of non-Norwegian nationality and must not have resided in Norwayfor more than 12 months in the last three years [notice that Norwegiancitizens and residents can apply for positions in other teams in thisnetwork.] Skills in life history theory, ecological and evolutionarymodelling and an interest in fisheries would be an advantage. The workwill be carried out in collaboration with other teams in the network,facilitated by short research visits.

FishACE (http://www.iiasa.ac.at/Research/ADN/FishACE/) is an EU MarieCurie Research Training Network set up to investigate the prevalence andconsequences of fisheries-induced adaptive changes in exploited aquaticsystems in European waters. The network is coordinated by InternationalInstitute for Applied Systems Analysis in Laxenburg, Austria. There arealtogether 11 network teams in 8 European countries. Besides trainingthrough research, the network provides tailored training courses onrelevant methods and skills.

Institute of Marine Research (http://www.imr.no) is a national researchcentre affiliated with the Norwegian Ministry of Coast and Fisheries. Theinstitute conducts research in the fields of marine environment,marine resources, and aquaculture. IMR, in its area, is one of thelargest research institutes in the world, focusing on both applied andfundamental marine research. The main office of IMR is located in Bergenon the west coast of Norway. Bergen is a lively town with rich culturallife, and the surroundings offer excellent opportunities for all sortsof outdoor pursuits.

The PhD position is for 36 months. The fellow will enrol as a PhD studentat the Institute of Biology in University of Bergen. Salary, which includetravel and mobility allowances, follows the rates prescribed by EC andare competitive. Preferred starting date is in autumn 2005. The reviewof applications will start September 1 and continue until the positionsare filled.

For more information, please contact Mikko Heino(http://www.imr.no/research/heino), preferably via e-mail(mikko@imr.no). An application, consisting of an application letter,curriculum vitae and two references, should be sent to the PersonnelSection, Institute of Marine Research, P.O. Box 1870 Nordnes,NO-5817 Bergen, Norway. Mark the application with the reference number”33-05″. Please also submit an electronic copy of the application toMikko Heino by email.