*Funded graduate positions in Taiwan*

PhD and master's positions with stipends are available in the lab of Evolution and Ecology of Eukaryotic Microbes (EEEM) led by Dr. Chuan Ku at the Institute of Plant and Microbial Biology, Taipei, Taiwan.

The EEEM lab was established in 2019 and focuses on 1. evolutionary history of marine microalgae (which account for half of carbon fixation worldwide) and other eukaryotes, 2. genome regulation and evolution of giant viruses infecting diverse eukaryotes, and 3. dissecting microbial interactions and cell dynamics using single-cell omics approaches. Successful applicants will be enrolled in graduate programs at top Taiwanese universities the lab is affiliated to and complete required courses taught in English.

Our institute is part of Academia Sinica, the national research institution of Taiwan, where labs have been working normally and face-to-face classes/seminars/meetings are possible during the current global pandemic. The working language in our lab and institute is English. Knowledge in Mandarin and other Taiwanese languages is not required, but students are encouraged to take free Mandarin classes on campus if they want. More details about the programs, universities and stipends can be found on our website.

Application requirements:
1. a master's/bachelor's degree (received in 2021 or earlier) in biology, natural sciences, informatics or related fields
2. English proficiency for reading, writing, and oral communication
3. strong motivation to work in a research environment
4. ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Any of these would be a plus:
1. programming skills
2. knowledge in evolutionary biology, genomics, microbiology, molecular biology or cell biology
3. research experience in related fields

To apply, please send an email (preferably by November 30, 2020) with the subject IPMB_application_PhDorMaster_YourName directly to Chuan Ku, briefly describing your research interests, experience, skills, future plan, and contact details of referees (at least two for PhD applicants). A single PDF should be attached that includes your CV, transcripts, and, if available, degree certificates, thesis title and abstract, and proofs of relevant skills and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Inquiries about other types of positions are also welcome.

Dr. Chuan Ku (assistant professor)
email: chuanku@gate.sinica.edu.tw
Lab website: https://chuanku-lab.github.io/kulab/
Institute website: https://ipmb.sinica.edu.tw/en