**Job Description**
This PhD position investigates an emerging zoonosis caused by anisakid nematode parasites using advanced genomic methods. The research aims to generate high-quality, chromosome-level reference genomes for selected species, quantify genome-wide divergence, and undertake historical and population comparisons. The study also promises insights into the role of parasitic marine nematode genomes in disease and the identification of potential gene targets for intervention, against the backdrop of increasing anthropogenic disturbance and climate change impacts on marine ecosystems.
**Skills & Abilities**
• Good knowledge and practical experience in molecular ecology, population genetics, and statistical and bioinformatic analyses
• Interest and prior practical experience in genomic analysis and bioinformatics (preferred)
• Highly motivated, creative, and ambitious
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other members of a multidisciplinary team
• Good English skills, both written and oral (documented by Norwegian Higher Education Entrance Qualification or internationally recognised certificates for non-native speakers)
• Ability to work independently, goal-oriented and systematically
• Personal suitability
• Ability to speak Norwegian or another Scandinavian language (considered a strong merit)
**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Genetics
• Molecular Ecology
• Related field
Other:
• MSc degree (or equivalent)
• Grade average of B or better (or equivalent score) for the programme in total and the master’s thesis
• Applicants from outside the EU/EEA must submit NOKUT approval of their master’s degree
• Admission to the faculty’s doctoral program required
• Candidates who already have a PhD degree will not be considered
**Experience**
Experience Required:
• MSc degree (or equivalent)
Other:
• Practical experience in molecular ecology, population genetics, and statistical and bioinformatic analyses
• Prior practical experience in genomic analysis and bioinformatics (preferred)
• Relevant experience from research work
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