JOB DETAILS

Field(s) of Specialization:

Eco-Genetic Modelling, Mathematical Biology

Position Title:

PhD position on Eco-Genetic Modelling of Fish Species

School/Institute/Unit:

Middle East Technical University – Institute of Marine Sciences

Location:

Mersin - TURKEY

Summary Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student to conduct research using ecological and genetic (evolutionary) models to investigate how fish stocks in the Black Sea will evolve by 2100 in terms of biomass, abundance, life history traits, and evolutionary dynamics. This research will consider multiple anthropogenic pressures, including climate change and fisheries. The position is funded by the Horizon Europe project “ACTNOW: Advancing Understanding of Cumulative Impacts on European Marine Biodiversity, Ecosystem Functions, and Services for Human Wellbeing” (https://www.actnow-project.eu/).

Responsibilities:

The PhD research project will involve the following tasks:

• Applying eco-genetic modelling to Black Sea fish stocks.

• Conducting simulations to assess the impacts of climate change and fisheries on fish populations using the developed model.

• Collaborating with international scientists within the project consortium.

• Working as part of a multidisciplinary and multinational team.

The student will be supervised by Assoc. Prof. Ekin Akoglu.

Minimum Degree Required:

A Master’ (MS) degree in natural sciences or engineering, such as ecology, oceanography, earth sciences, applied mathematics, any field of engineering or any of the physical, biological, and chemical sciences

Required special knowledge, abilities, and skills:
  • Excellent command of English, both written and oral
  • Familiarity with ecological theory and concepts
  • Command of R or any other high-level programming language (e.g., Phyton, MATLAB, etc.)

Preferred special knowledge, abilities, and skills:
  • Previous experience with mathematical biology
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, within and across departments/functions, managing multiple priorities
  • Creativity and ability to work independently

Posting Date:

November 2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Date Review Begins:

As soon as applications are received

Required Applicant Documents to Submit:

Applicants are asked to submit a CV, a statement of research experience and interests, and names of two references to Dr. Ekin Akoglu (eakoglu@metu.edu.tr) as a single PDF file

Quick link for Posting:

Please send your application documents directly to Assoc. Prof. Ekin Akoglu (eakoglu@metu.edu.tr). Full details of the application procedure can be found here: http://ims.metu.edu.tr/graduate-programs

Note that you will need English proficiency (TOEFL, METU EPE or PTE Academic) and/or ALES/GRE scores.

Proposed Start Date:

February 2024

Type of Contract:

Minimum 2 years

Job Status:

Full-time

Salary:

The salary will be at least equivalent to that of a research assistant at a public university in Turkey, with the potential for increases based on your skills, qualifications, and performance.

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Position open to internal candidates only?

No