Investigador asociado en sistemática de arañas - UNAM, México

Faculty Position en sistemática de arañas (Araneae) - Instituto de Biología, UNAM, Ciudad de México - Tenure-track - Deadline 27 abril 2026

Location: Mexico City, México

Organization: Instituto de Biología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

Contract Type: Full-time tenure-track faculty position (Investigador/a Asociado/a C)

Main Description: The position focuses on systematic biology of spiders (Araneae), including species discovery, classification, and phylogenetic relationships using genomic data and comparative phylogenetic tools. The successful candidate will have access to national biological collections and will be expected to conduct fieldwork, teach, and supervise students.

Requirements:

• PhD in zoology, arachnology, systematics, or evolution
• Postdoctoral experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years research experience in phylogenetic systematics and evolution of Araneae
• Experience with biological collections
• Field work experience
• Teaching and supervision skills
• Spanish fluency (for non-native speakers)
• Age limit: women ≤39 years, men ≤37 years

Benefits/Conditions: Full-time tenure-track position with access to national biological collections

How to Apply: Send application documents to sacademica@ib.unam.mx with copy to secacad_vl@ib.unam.mx. Required documents: CV, research description (2 pages), research plan (10 pages), cover letter (2 pages), proof of age, and 3 academic recommendation letters (for shortlisted candidates).

Full details: https://www.ib.unam.mx/ibunam/Convocatoria_Inv_Araneae_28Feb26.pdf

Deadline: April 27, 2026

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Postdoc biomédico Sara Borrell en Santiago de Compostela (España)

Contrato postdoctoral Sara Borrell en inflamación y cartílago articular en Santiago de Compostela (España)

Ubicación: Santiago de Compostela, España

Organización: IDIS Santiago, Laboratorio NEIRID (NeuroEndocrine Interactions in Rheumatic and Inflammatory Diseases)

Tipo de Contrato: Contrato postdoctoral Sara Borrell (ISCIII)

Descripción Principal:
Se ofrece contrato de investigación del programa Sara Borrell del ISCIII para trabajar en estudios sobre modulación de la respuesta inflamatoria en cartílago articular y tejidos del disco intervertebral. La investigación se desarrollará bajo la dirección del Dr. Oreste Gualillo en el Laboratorio NEIRID, especializado en interacciones neuroendocrinas en enfermedades reumáticas e inflamatorias.

Requisitos:

• Doctorado obtenido después del 1 de enero de 2022
• Experiencia en modelos in vitro celulares y moleculares
• CV en formato CVA-ISCIII de la FECYT

Beneficios/Condiciones:

• Formación investigadora en técnicas experimentales punteras
• Participación en grupo con trayectoria consolidada y reconocimiento internacional
• Financiación pública asegurada

Cómo Aplicar:
Enviar CV en formato CVA-ISCIII de la FECYT a oreste.gualillo@sergas.es antes del 24 de enero de 2026.

Más información: https://www.idisantiago.es/convocatoria/e-o-i-contratos-sara-borrell-aes-2026/

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Postdoc in oak genomics and climate adaptation (UCLA, USA)

Postdoc in demographic modeling and landscape genomics - oak populations and climate maladaptation - UCLA Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Los Angeles, USA - 2 years - NSF funded - Deadline May 1, 2026

Location: Los Angeles, California, USA

Organization: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Contract Type: Postdoctoral scholar position, 2-year appointment with NSF funding

Main Description: This postdoctoral position focuses on demographic modeling and landscape genomics to understand climate maladaptation in oak populations. The research integrates functional phenotypes, demographic modeling, and landscape genomics through a collaboration between UCLA and UC Santa Barbara. Work involves field sampling, laboratory work, genomic and statistical analyses, and manuscript preparation. The position offers opportunities for first-authored publications and collaborative papers within a dynamic research community.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in biology, ecology, environmental science, evolutionary biology, geography, or conservation science
• Expertise in statistics, genomics, demographic modeling, and/or quantitative genetics
• Demonstrated computational and statistical experience
• Strong writing skills with peer-reviewed publications
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits/Conditions: Full-time NSF-funded position with opportunities for first-authored publications and access to a dynamic research community of postdocs and collaborators.

How to Apply: Submit application to UCLA Recruit position number JPF10896 at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10896 including: (1) Cover letter with personal statement, computational/statistical skills, and three referee contacts; (2) CV; (3) Statement of research interests and conservation genomic expertise; (4) Statement on mentoring efforts; (5) 1-3 publication PDFs. Prospective candidates are encouraged to email Prof. Victoria Sork at vlsork@ucla.edu with a paragraph of interest and CV. Application review begins March 30, 2026. Deadline: May 1, 2026

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Postdoc en nutrición, microbiota y sostenibilidad alimentaria (España)

Postdoc Elena Maseras en nutrición funcional, microbiota intestinal y sistemas alimentarios sostenibles - MoBioFood, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, España - 1 año - Inicio octubre 2026 - Deadline 10 abril 2026

Location
Tarragona, Spain

Organization
Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) – MoBioFood research group

Contract Type
1-year full-time postdoctoral contract starting October 1, 2026

Main Description
Postdoctoral position in the MoBioFood research group focused on functional nutrition, gut health, and sustainable food systems. Research areas include:

• Mechanisms linking dietary bioactives, microbiota, intestinal function and metabolic health
• Sustainable alternative proteins and functional foods
• Environmental dietary risks such as microplastics

Requirements

• PhD obtained 2-8 years before call publication
• Minimum 2 years of accredited postdoctoral experience at incorporation date
• Minimum 1 year of postdoctoral period funded independently from projects/grants led by URV

Benefits/Conditions
Full-time 1-year postdoctoral contract with expected start date October 1, 2026

How to Apply
Interested candidates must contact Ximena Terra (ximena.terra@urv.cat). Applications are submitted through URV's official online process by the host PI. Documentation must be in English.

More information: URV official call

Deadline: April 10, 2026

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Postdoc in bioinformatics and biocontrol genomics - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, USA

Postdoctoral Research Analyst in Bioinformatics/Biocontrol Genomic Tools - University of Hawaii at Hilo / USGS - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, USA - $5,833-$6,250/month - Deadline March 31, 2026

Location: Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Hawai'i, USA

Organization: University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UHH) / Hawai'i Cooperative Studies Unit (HCSU) in collaboration with USGS Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Analyst - Regular full-time RCUH Non-Civil Service position

Main Description: Postdoctoral position in bioinformatics and genomics focused on developing biocontrol tools for invasive species suppression and eradication, and conservation genomics of native species in the Pacific Basin. Work involves analyzing population genomic datasets, applying bioinformatics techniques for gene expression analysis, and coordinating with state and federal agencies on biocontrol research.

Requirements:

• PhD in Bioinformatics/Genomics, Ecology, Biology, Zoology, Fisheries/Wildlife or related field
• 1-3 years experience in genomics, bioinformatics, and applied statistics
• Proficiency in molecular biology and high-performance computing
• Familiarity with population genomics analysis pipelines and statistical analysis
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams

Benefits/Conditions:

• Monthly salary range: $5,833 - $6,250
• Health and other benefits (see RCUH benefits)
• Continuation dependent on program needs, satisfactory performance, and fund availability

How to Apply: Apply online at RCUH Job Openings website with:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of Professional References
• Copy of Degree(s)/Transcripts/Certificates

Contact: (808) 956-7262 or (808) 956-0872 or rcuh_recruitment@rcuh.com
For inquiries: Lori Bufil 808-932-7977

Deadline: March 31, 2026

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Oferta de doctorado de 3 años en multi-omics (Alemania)

PhD en regulación transcripcional y evolución de la socialidad en escarabajos - Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Institute, Frankfurt, Alemania - 3 años - 65% EG 13 TV-L - Deadline 29 marzo 2026

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Organization: Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Institute

Contract Type: PhD position, 3 years, 65% EG 13 TV-L

Main Description:
PhD position to investigate transcriptional regulatory mechanisms involved in the evolution of sociality in beetles. The project uses a multi-omics approach combining gene expression analysis, epigenetic data, and experimental work with eight beetle species at different stages of parental care.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field
• Strong interest in behaviour, evolution, and genomics
• Experience with NGS data, R, or other programming language (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Experience in tissue dissection, molecular lab procedures, and bioinformatic analysis of transcriptome/methylation data (desirable)

Benefits/Conditions:

• Access to international network of scientists
• Integration in interdisciplinary GEvol consortium with training opportunities
• Dynamic research environment in Frankfurt

How to Apply:
Upload application as single PDF at https://www.senckenberg.de/de/stellenanzeigen/ including motivation letter, CV, academic certificates, list of publications, and recommendation letters. Reference #11-26011.

Contact: Dr. Barbara Feldmeyer (barbara.feldmeyer@senckenberg.de)

Deadline: March 29, 2026

More information: https://www.senckenberg.de/en/research/institutes-overview/sbikf-institut/sbikf-ag-molecular-ecology/

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Oferta prometedora de buceo científico en Mallorca

Científico/a Marino/a en restauración de hábitats y monitoreo ecológico - Cleanwave Foundation, Mallorca, España - Jornada completa - 24.960-32.880€/año

Ubicación: Santa María del Camí, Mallorca, España

Organización: Cleanwave Foundation

Tipo de Contrato: Contrato a jornada completa, formato híbrido y flexible

Descripción Principal:
Rol transversal combinando trabajo de campo marino (monitoreo ecológico, buceo), análisis de datos, comunicación científica y actividades comunitarias en restauración de hábitats marinos en Mallorca. Participación en diseño e innovación de proyectos de restauración marina involucrando comunidades locales.

Requisitos:

• Formación en Biología Marina, Oceanografía o Ciencias Ambientales
• Experiencia demostrable en trabajo de campo marino y monitoreo ecológico
• Experiencia en análisis de datos (R, Excel, GIS)
• Experiencia comunicando ciencia a públicos diversos
• Certificación de buceo (Divemaster o superior valorado)
• Permiso de conducir B o superior
• Dominio de español, catalán e inglés

Beneficios/Condiciones:

• Salario: 24.960 - 32.880 € brutos anuales según experiencia
• Jornada completa con formato híbrido y flexible
• Oficina en Santa María del Camí
• Oportunidades de crecimiento profesional
• Equipo pequeño y motivado

Cómo Aplicar:
Enviar CV y breve carta de motivación a: info@cleanwavefoundation.org

Más información: https://cleanwavefoundation.org/medgardens/actua/unete-al-equipo/

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Cuida de fauna y trabaja en conservación en Fota Wildlife Park (Irlanda)

Animal Care and Conservation Manager - Fota Wildlife Park, Cork, Irlanda - Puesto de liderazgo senior en conservación zoológica

Location: Fota Wildlife Park, Cork, Ireland

Organization: Fota Wildlife Park

Contract Type: Permanent position

Main Description: Senior leadership position to manage the animal collection and zoo operations. Reports to the Park Director and leads a team of 20+ professionals in animal care. Responsible for animal welfare, legal compliance, conservation research, and staff management.

Requirements:

• Experienced zoological professional
• Leadership experience in zoological contexts
• Knowledge of EAZA standards and animal welfare legislation
• Strategic leadership capacity
• Experience managing European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP)

How to Apply: Fota Wildlife Park 

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