The Animal Genomics group at
the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ETH Zurich, now wishes to invite
applicants for its PhD Position to Characterize the genomic variation of a
local cattle breed using whole-genome sequencing data. The duration of the
position is three years and the position is available from March 2018
(negotiable).
the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ETH Zurich, now wishes to invite
applicants for its PhD Position to Characterize the genomic variation of a
local cattle breed using whole-genome sequencing data. The duration of the
position is three years and the position is available from March 2018
(negotiable).
The objective of the PhD
project is to generate and analyze whole-genome sequencing data of a local
dual-purpose (meat and milk) cattle breed in order to characterize genomic
variation that segregates within that population.
project is to generate and analyze whole-genome sequencing data of a local
dual-purpose (meat and milk) cattle breed in order to characterize genomic
variation that segregates within that population.
ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal
Institute of Technology in Zurich; German: Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule
Zürich) is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics university in the
city of Zürich, Switzerland.
Institute of Technology in Zurich; German: Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule
Zürich) is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics university in the
city of Zürich, Switzerland.
Scholarship Description:
- Application
Deadline: January 15, 2018 - Course
Level: Position is available for PhD
programme. - Study
Subject: Position is awarded to
characterize the genomic variation of a local cattle breed using
whole-genome sequencing data. - Scholarship
Award: ETH Zurich offer to work
on an exciting project carried out in a newly established group at ETH
Zurich equipped with excellent computational, lab and experimental
facilities. Supervision will be close but allow for independent work.
Scientific writing and active participation in international scientific
conferences is very much encouraged and supported. The duration of the
position is three years and the position is available from March 2018
(negotiable). - Nationality:
International students are eligible to apply for the position. - Number
of Scholarships: Number of position is not
given. - Scholarship
can be taken in Switzerland
Eligibility for the
Scholarship:
- Eligible
Countries: International students are
eligible to apply for the position. - Entrance
Requirements: Applicants should have a
strong interest in animal breeding and genetics, statistical genomics
and/or computational biology and
must hold an MSc degree in agricultural science, animal science, genetics,
computational biology, bioinformatics or related disciplines. - English
Language Requirements: Applicants
must be fluent in English.
Application Procedure:
How to Apply:
- We look
forward to receiving your online application including a cover letter that
demonstrates your motivation and suitability for the position, a
curriculum vitae with the complete academic record, copies of Bachelor and
Master degrees, and the name and contact information of two references
until January 15, 2018. - Please
note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online
application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be
considered.
