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Debabrata Phukon
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From: Binoy vv <vvbinoy@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 9 Jun 2019, 8:18 pm
Subject: Fwd: [ASAB-MAIL] 2 Year Postdoc Position: Collective behavior of
epithelial cells and honey bees
To: YETI <meet.yeti@xxxxxxxxx>
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Dear All,
We're looking for a theoretical/computational person to join an
interdisciplinary team examining collective behavior in epithelial cells
and honey bees. See advert below, PDF attached, or this link
<http://collectivebehaviour.com/positions/cellsbeespostdoc/>.
Please feel free to spread the word widely. Interested persons can get in
touch directly, or via the advert.
Cheers,
Michael
Postdoc Position: Collective behavior of epithelial cells and honey bees
*2-Year Postdoc Position: Rules governing collective behavior at different
scales – **Collective sensing and group behavior in epithelial cells and
honey bees*
Heidelberg Academy of Sciences project page
<https://www.hadw-bw.de/group/23/collective-sensing>
We seek candidates for a theoretical/computational postdoctoral research
position to work on an interdisciplinary project examining collective
sensing in two model systems: Epithelial cells and honey bees. Using a
combination of experiments, modeling, and simulation, we will investigate
how group composition affects collective sensing and decision making at
these different biological scales. The proposed analysis is divided into
three parts. The first step involves a robust characterization of how
individual cells in a group, or individual bees in a colony, differ from
each other. Following this, we examine the mechanisms that drive type/task
differentiation in the group. Finally, we seek to use experimental
manipulations combined with data analysis and model simulation to ask how
group composition and within-group differences affect group function in
these systems. Through this comparative analysis we seek both common rules
of behavior, as well as contrasting mechanisms which are specific to each
system.
The position will be based in the Department of Collective Behavior at the
Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior and the Centre for the Advanced
Study of Collective Behavior at the University of Konstanz. For this
project, the successful candidate will join an active team of postdoctoral
researchers spanning multiple disciplines: Cellular biology (Medhavi
Vishwakarma), honey bee biology (Michael L Smith), and mathematical
modeling (Jacob D Davidson). Specific expertise in cellular biology or
social insect biology is not necessary, but an ability to span between and
contribute to both systems is essential.
The postdoc will work both independently and part of an active research
team to develop research questions and perform analysis. A strong
computational background is ideal (e.g. data analysis, modeling,
simulation). Experimental data will be provided, so this position does not
involve lab or field work. Preliminary results, however, may lead to
additional experiments in collaboration with other team members. Innovative
and creative thinkers are especially encouraged to apply. The working
language is English.
*Requirements*
- Ph.D. (or equivalent) in computer science, physics, engineering,
computational biology, or related.
- A commitment to working in an interdisciplinary and collaborative
environment.
*Applicants should email the following as a single PDF to:*
Collective.Sensing@xxxxxxxxx
- cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for this
position (1-page)
- curriculum vitae (CV)
- contact information for 3 references
*All applications received prior to 15 July 2019 will be given full
consideration.*
*Employment information:*
The position is fully funded by the Heidelberg Academy of Sciences for
two-years. The initial appointment is for one year, with renewal for a
second year contingent on satisfactory performance. Start date is
negotiable, but ideally no later than 1 January 2020. The postdoc will be
employed through the Heidelberg Akademie der Wissenschaft, with a guest
hosting agreement through the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior.
Salary will be set based on the fee group 13 TV-L, in accordance with your
qualification and the collective agreement for the public service
(TVöD-Bund). Handicapped applicants will be given preferential treatment
if they are of the same suitability.
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Michael L. Smith <https://sites.google.com/site/smithleemichael/>
Postdoctoral Researcher
Department of Collective Behavior
Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior / University of Konstanz
msmith@xxxxxxxxxx
michael.smith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
E: smithleemichael@xxxxxxxxx (preferred)
P: +49 1772188269
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