Identification of the genetic determinants underlying fillet pigmentation in salmon
The candidate will be working as part of an international project which aims to reveal the biological background of natural variation in pigment retention in Atlantic salmon. This will be achieved by combining two different research strategies: 1) A genomic approach based on QTL identification in family structures, and 2) an experimental approach based gene and protein expression profiling in natural populations showing extreme differences in the ability to utilise dietary carotenoids for muscle deposition.Candidates should be familiar with molecular biology techniques and have an educational background in molecular genetics/molecular biology. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools will weigh heavily in a candidate’s favour. Applicants must have successfully completed their doctoral degree.
The position is offered for 2 years. Annual salary ranges from level 54 to 60 on the Norwegian Government salary scale (approximately NOK 389,600 to 433,600), depending on qualifications. A higher salary level may be considered for particularly well-qualified applicants.
Applicants should submit three copies of their written application, detailed CV including a list of publications and officially certified copies of certificates and references. Three copies of the applicant’s most important publications should also be included.
For further information contact Prof. Dag Inge Vaage (e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; phone +47 64965281) or Prof. Stig W. Omholt (e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; phone +47-64965297).
Reference number: 2007/233
