The Evolutionary Biology Group at the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology in Seewiesen, Bayern, Germany

The Evolutionary Biology Group at the Max Planck Institute for 
Ornithology in Seewiesen, Bayern, Germany 
(http://www.orn.mpg.de/218798/Forschungsgruppe-Schroeder) is offering 
one student research project (suitable for MSc thesis) starting in 
November 2014. This project will investigate reproductive senescence and 
its evolutionary consequences using data from a captive and wild 
population of house sparrows, /Passer domesticus/. You will learn or 
improve your skills in: microscopy, sperm quality and quantity 
measurements, data management and analysis, scientific presentation and 
writing. Candidates should have an interest in Evolution and Behavioural 
Ecology, a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently and as 
part of a team. Furthermore, experience in cell biology and microscopy 
is desired. The working language at the Institute is English, so good 
knowledge of the language is required. The successful candidate will be 
part of a young dynamic team in which scientific exchange is fostered. 
The Max Planck Institute for Ornithology employs a dedicated and 
international group of researchers who are focused on exploring the 
fields of evolution, ecology, genetics, and neurobiology. Review of 
applications will start immediately until the position is filled. If you 
are interested in applying for the research project please write to 
(including your CV and name and addresses of at least one person who 
could give you a reference) to Antje Girndt (agirndt@orn.mpg.de) latest
by September 30th.

Antje Girndt