EASTBIO PhD: Ageing and Physiological Resilience in Svalbard Reindeer
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
EASTBIO PhD:
Ageing and Physiological Resilience in Svalbard Reindeer
University of Aberdeen
United Kingdom
Apply by 16 Nov 2026
About This OpportunityUniversity of Aberdeen offers eastbio phd: ageing and physiological resilience in svalbard reindeer in Aberdeen. The specific focus is the project uses repeated observations and blood samples from individually monitored female svalbard reindeer to separate physiological ageing from environmental and reproductive influences.
The project uses repeated observations and blood samples from individually monitored female Svalbard reindeer to separate physiological ageing from environmental and reproductive influences. It links winter fat reserves, RNA expression and DNA methylation with climate-related stress and individual differences in senescence. The advertised activities and techniques include longitudinal life-history modelling, RNA sequencing, DNA methylation analysis, bioinformatics, ecophysiology.
Who This Opportunity Is Best Suited For:
Based on the documented research scope, this may particularly suit ecology, evolutionary biology or computational biology applicants interested in Arctic adaptation and ageing.
Potential Challenges / Who May Find It Less Suitable: EASTBIO competitive selection; a strong quantitative component; part-time only for Home students.
Overall Opportunity Assessment:
The advertised work connects longitudinal life-history modelling, RNA sequencing, DNA methylation analysis, bioinformatics, ecophysiology. Its distinguishing purpose is the project uses repeated observations and blood samples from individually monitored female Svalbard reindeer to separate physiological ageing from environmental and reproductive influences. Applicants should assess the documented academic and practical constraints before proceeding.
longitudinal life-history modelling RNA sequencing DNA methylation analysis bioinformatics ecophysiology
Level PhDDuration 4 yearsProgramme EASTBIO BBSRC Doctoral Training Partnership Organization Type University Funding & Compensation Amount Scholarship Funding Type Scholarship Requirements Education
At least a UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; 2:2 may be considered with distinction/commendation at master’s level.
ExperienceTechnical Skills longitudinal life-history modelling RNA sequencing DNA methylation analysis bioinformatics ecophysiology
General Skills LanguagesUKRI/EASTBIO funding requirements apply; international entrants are subject to a 30% cap and must fund visa and health surcharge costs.
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