Scholarship for PhD students in Biology, University of Helsinki,

Scholarship for PhD students in biology: The Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki, offers a fully funded four-year PhD position focusing on theoretical evolutionary biology and the evolution of ageing.

Scholarship for PhD students in Theoretical Evolutionary Biology
Designation: PhD student in Theoretical Evolutionary Biology
Research area: Modelling of ageing and life course theory
Location: University of Helsinki, Viikki Campus, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Biology, mathematics, physics, economics or a related field
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Interest in evolutionary biology
  Job description:
  The PhD student will work on understanding aging patterns in different species, exploring aging differences between organisms, and investigating sex-specific aging patterns. The project will involve the application of techniques from theoretical evolutionary biology such as evolutionary game theory, adaptive dynamics, and population genetics.
  How to apply:
  Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

1. A cover letter detailing your experience and research interests (max. 1 page)
2. CV with information on education, qualifications, professional experience, list of publications and contact details for references (maximum 3 pages)
3. Copies of Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates with official transcripts (translations required if these are not in Finnish, Swedish or English)

External applicants can apply through the University of Helsinki recruitment system by clicking the “Apply Now” button on the website. Existing employees of the University of Helsinki can apply via the “Employee Login” button.
Last application date: 19 August 2024 at 23:59 EEST

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