Employment: Postdoctoral fellowship in Monaco

I would like to draw your attention to a postdoctoral research fellowship pportunity at the Centre Scientifique de Monaco directed by Prof. Denis Allemand (CSM; http://www.centrescientifique.mc).

You will join the team of ecophysiology to study photosynthetic processes in Mediterranean symbioses (such as in gorgonians and scleractinian symbiotic corals), the importance of auto-and heterotrophy in such organisms, the role of symbionts in the animal metabolism and the photosynthetic response to environmental changes.

Selection criteria include:
* A PhD in relevant disciplines and experience of scuba diving, preferably qualified to advanced level,
* An excellent publication record for stage of career,
* the knowledge of fluorometry, and
* Capacity to bring fresh approaches to the study of temperate coral and gorgonian ecophysiology that will complement existing areas of strength in the Centre.

The position will be available in January 2008. Appointment will be through January 2009 in the first instance. Applications will be accepted until end of October 2007.

Enquiries to:
Dr. C. Pag?s or Prof. Denis Allemand
ferrier@centrescientifique.mc allemand@centrescientifique.mc

To apply, please forward a CV, email addresses of 3 potential referees, and a 1-2 pages description of research project.