Tuesday, August 17, 2010

MSc by research at UMK on phylogenetics and population genetics

There is an opening for MSc by research in UMK for the coming semester 2010/2011. Research will focus on phylogenetics and population genetics of nectar bats in Malaysia for a period of 2 years.


Requirement for the position as following:


1) Minimum CGPA of 3.0 for BSc (CGPA less than 3.0 may still apply for the position and will be subjected to an interview by the project leader)

2) have some laboratory skills related to molecular biology

3) Prepared conduct sampling in the forest and handle live bat samples

4) Enthusiastic to learn, passionate about scientific research and driven to publish (most important trait)

5) Acceptable command of English

RAship negotiable subject to available budget and potential candidates are required to apply for available UMK/NSF/ etc scholarships. Those who are interested are required to send their CV that has full contact number and e-mail to jayaraj@umk.edu.my / jayaraj_vijayakumaran@yahoo.com