PhD Fellow - Interaction between microbiota and Atlantic salmon in recirculating aquaculture systems

Tromsø, Troms og Finnmark, Norway Full Time

Job Details

The selected PhD candidate will conduct research on interactions between microbiota and Atlantic salmon in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS). The microbiota is influenced by water chemistry, feed and the fish in the system, but their dynamic and function in the RAS are not fully understood. Bacterial cultures are very dynamic and will vary in different parts of the production system, they will affect the microbiota in the gut and skin of the salmon and potential susceptibility to disease. The project aims to increase understanding of the interaction between fish biology/physiology and microbiome function in RAS and contributes to optimized production and improved welfare of salmon in aquaculture. PhD position is funded by the Research Council project (# 331892) "Competence and education in land-based production of salmon in recycling facilities (CandRAS)."

Applicants shall deliver a short project description (maximum 2 pages) related to the positions research area. The understanding of RAS and factors affecting microbiota and their interaction with Atlantic salmon, choice of methods and suggested experimental designs will be central for the evaluation.

Requirements

The applicants should have a master’s degree in microbiology / aquaculture / biology related to finfish aquaculture or pharmacy. Experience with Atlantic salmon during the candidate´s masterwork as well as previous experience with RAS will be regarded advantage.

Knowledge on water chemistry and experience with lab work will be beneficial.

About

Candidates should have excellent communication and collaboration skills, be highly motivated, and passionate about developing new research. The evaluation committee will emphasis personal suitability. We are looking for candidates who:

  • Have good collaboration skills
  • Have good communication and interaction with colleagues and students
  • Wants to contribute to a good working environment

Applicants must document fluency of in English and be able to work in an international environment. Nordic applicants can document their English capabilities by attaching their high school diploma. Working knowledge of Norwegian or a Scandinavian language is also beneficial.

In the assessment, the emphasis is on the applicant's potential to complete a research education based on the master's thesis or equivalent, and any other scientific work. The project description will also be considered. In addition, other experience of significance for the completion of the doctoral programme may be given consideration.

As many people as possible should have the opportunity to undertake organized research training. If you already hold a PhD or have equivalent competence, we will not appoint you to this position.

Admission to the PhD programme

For employment in the PhD position, you must be qualified for admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Biosciences, Fisheries and Economics and participate in organized doctoral studies within the employment period.

Admission Normally Requires

  • Completed 3-year bachelor's (180 credits) and 2-year master's (120 credits), 5-year integrated master's (300 credits) or education of equivalent scope and duration. The master's degree must contain an independent master thesis.
  • Applicants who have completed higher education abroad shall be considered in line with the Universities and Colleges Act,
  • 3-5 (3).
  • Applicants who have completed a Norwegian experience-based master's degree of 90 credits can qualify for admission at 30 credits extension of the master's degree as follow:
    • Written thesis (individual work) with a scope of 30 credits with a final exam.
    • A scientific article/manuscript that has either been published, accepted or submitted to a scientifically recognized journal. The work will be assessed by the DC.
    • Ordinary subjects at master's degree level.
Applicants must have achieved B or better on the master thesis and have an average grade of B or better on subjects included in the degree. The average must be at least 3,5 according to the conversion table in section 35 in the regulations for study and examinations at UiT (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1.) For applicants with an abroad educational background where the assessment expression deviates from the Norwegian grading system, the grades must be assessed individually. A more detailed description of admission requirements can be found here.

If you are employed in the position, you will be provisionally admitted to the PhD programme. Application for final admission must be submitted no later than six weeks after taking up the position.

Applicants with a foreign education will be subjected to an evaluation of whether the educational background is equal to Norwegian higher education, following national guidelines from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. Depending on which country the education is from, one or two additional years of university education may be required to fulfil admission requirements, e.g. a 4-year bachelor's degree and a 2-year master's degree. UiT normally accepts higher education from countries that are part of the Lisbon Recognition Convention.

Contact Information

UiT- The Arctic University of Norway



https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/268149/phd-fellow-interaction-between-microbiota-and-atlantic-salmon-in-recirculating-aquaculture-syste

Questions about the position

Jelena Kolarevic

Professor

+47 77645793

jelena.kolarevic@uit.no

https://www.jobbnorge.no/jobseeker/#/application/apply/268149



Post Date: 10/4/2024 8:48:48 AM
Closing Date: 11/1/2024 12:00:00 AM