*Research Technician 0,6fte* The University of Groningen is one of the largest and oldest research universities in the Netherlands. It ranks among the top 200 Universities in the world (The Times World University Rankings, 2010-2011). The Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (CEES) at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences with the University of Groningen invites applications for a position as a research technician placed at the research group Marine Evolution and Conservation (MarECON). MarECON's main research focus is the evolution and conservation of marine mammals. The group has excellent laboratory facilities for molecular analyses. *Research description* We are recruiting a Research Technician for our general research program which utilizes marine mammals, in particularly the large whales, to study the population genetics and evolution in the marine realm. The ultimate goal is to understand the mechanisms driving population genetic structuring and local adaptation of long-range migrating mammals. Many aspects of our research have conservation implications as well. *Qualifications* We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated co-worker, who enjoys acquiring new skills and enjoys working with a team of researchers and students. He /she should have a Bachelor or Masters degree in Biology (HLO) or related field. The ideal candidate will have experience with (or the ability to acquire) modern molecular genetic methods and instrumentation employed in evolutionary and population genetics such as prepare libraries for next generation sequencing, Sanger sequencing, STR genotyping and cloning. Experience with database management is preferred and a good command of written and spoken English necessary. *Additional information* For more information contact Dr. Per Palsboll (mailto:p.j.palsboll@rug.nl) or Dr. Martine Berube (m.berube@rug.nl <mailto:m.berube@rug.nl>). *Conditions of employment*** The University of Groningen offers a salary dependent on qualifications and work experience starting at EUR 1986 gross per month up to maximum of EUR 2682 (scale 7, step 10) gross per month for a 100% employment. This position is defined according to the UFO function profile 'Onderwijs-/onderzoeksmedewerker'. The part-time (60%) appointment is initially for a fixed period of 3 years and subject to an evaluation after the first year. *Application* The application should be written in English including a personal motivation, curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of three referees (including telephone number and email address). The application should be emailed to: vmp@rug.nl <mailto:vmp@rug.nl>. The reference number is 211195and teh application date January 2nd, 2012. -- Per J. Palsboll, Professor Marine Evolution and Conservation Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies University of Groningen Nijenborgh 7 9747 AG Groningen The Netherlands Office phone: +31 50 363 9882 Mobile +31 64 870 3295 Mail address: PO Box 11103 9700 CC Groningen The Netherlands