Dear all,

I am recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to investigate one of the most striking departures from conventional genetics: why fungus gnats carry chromosomes that are retained in the germline but systematically eliminated from somatic cells. Working with Bradysia coprophila, the project will explore how these germline-restricted chromosomes are maintained, how they are regulated epigenetically, and whether they provide essential functions for germline development or represent selfish genomic elements tolerated by the host. We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy combining lab-based chromosome and molecular biology with bioinformatic analysis of genomic and epigenomic data. The project will establish Bradysia as a powerful model for understanding genome regulation, chromosome inheritance, and programmed DNA elimination. 

The position is fixed-term until July 2028 (starting asap) and will be based at the School of Biology at the University of Edinburgh. Closing date is the 7th of September

Further details about the position and how to apply are available here https://elxw.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/14867

Please email me directly if you have any questions,

best wishes, Laura Ross
Chair of non-Mendelian genetics

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