Zoology: PhD Position 2358 views

The Matthews Lab in the Zoology Department at University of British Columbia (UBC) is inviting applications to recruit a highly motivated PhD student to pursue NSERC-funded research into the respiratory and acid-base physiology of developmentally amphibious insects.

Starting date: The position can be taken up anytime in 2017

Research projects include (but are not limited to):

• The dynamic control of air and fluid within the tracheal system:
• Changes in respiratory sensitivity across development:

Eligibility:

• Applicant must hold M.Sc in comparative physiology, biomechanics/biophysics, or other biology-related field
• Applicant must demonstrate excellence in scientific achievement and publication
• Applicant must possess excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Applicant must have some hands-on experience with animal physiology

Applications:

• Interested candidates may email the following to Dr Phil Matthews at pmatthews@zoology.ubc.ca
• Letter indicating background and research interests
• Recent CV
• Copy of academic grade transcript
• 2 references with names and contact information.

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