Supervisors
Dr Francisco Ubeda and Prof. Vincent A.A. Jansen
Research Outline
Natural selection explains the adaptation of individuals but genes within
individuals may act as Trojan horses sabotaging adaptive processes as
long as they gain an evolutionary advantage. Evolutionary theory provides
a unique insight into the role of genes within maladaptive processes.
We invite applications for a PhD studentship in the evolutionary theory
group at the School of Biological Sciences, Royal Holloway University
of London, UK. We are looking for either a biology graduate with
strong interest in evolutionary theory and modelling, or an economics /
mathematics /computer science graduate with strong interest in biology
and evolution.
Current research in our labs involves the use of mathematical models -
population genetics, game theory, kin selection, theoretical epidemiology
and ecology- to understand evolutionary processes within the individual
and between individuals in a wide range of organisms from viruses to
humans. Our groups are well connected with theoretical and empirical
biologists within the London area and beyond.
This project is suitable for candidates with some background or experience
in mathematical modeling or simulation at undergraduate level. We are
looking for candidates, either with a background in the life sciences,
and experience in mathematical or simulation modeling, or for candidates
with a background in a quantitative subject (e.g. mathematics, computer
science, physics) and an affinity for research in ecology and evolution.
If you are an EU national interested in the genes eye view of evolution in
general, and human evolution in particular, and you are careful thinker
consider applying to the funded PhD opportunity we offer.
For more information, please send an email to
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How to apply:
Download and complete the application form available here
Send the completed application form to
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