Path 1 Kawader: Research Assistant – Evolutionary Genomics of Adaptation

NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a

to support the project

Evolutionary Genomics of Adaptation.

The goal of the project is to determine the genomics basis of adaptation to extreme environments, with a focus on vertebrate species adapted to desertic habitats.

Using the tools and concepts of evolutionary and population genomics, the successful applicant will identify genes responsible for such adaptations and will conduct detailed molecular evolutionary analyses of candidate genes to identify the precise genetic changes that allow organisms to survive in deserts.

This position offers hands-on training in evolutionary biology, molecular techniques, and computational genomic analysis within an active research environment at NYU Abu Dhabi.

This position is supervised by Prof.

Stéphane Boissinot, Professor of Biology.

UAE nationals are encouraged to apply

This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html

Kawader is a unique, national capacity-building research fellowship program that allows outstanding graduates to gain experience in a cutting-edge academic research environment.

This three-year, individually tailored, intensive program has two distinctive paths designed for (Emirati) graduates considering a graduate degree or a career in research.

For further information or questions regarding the position/program please contact nyuad.kawader@nyu.edu (due to the high volume of emails received, please allow 5 working days for a response)

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