If you are interested (or know a candidate who might be interested) in Lake Tanganyika's fascinating molluscs and the application of soft-tissue as well as shell proteomics on both recent and subfossil specimens, then you can apply here using the university's online form (https://www.uni-giessen.de/karriere/stellenangebote/bewerbung) with the reference code 644/08 until 22 November 2022. Alternatively, you send an Email directly to Christian Albrecht for your application and further details: christian.albrecht@allzool.bio.uni-giessen.de
Your tasks:
- Data generation and analysis using existing sample material as part of a DFG-funded research project on the biodiversity and evolution of molluscs in Lake Tanganyika
- Establishment of a new integrated analytical approach using proteomic fingerprinting, shell paleoproteomics, DNA barcoding and biodiversity modeling
- Completed university degree in science and a relevant completed PhD in biology or chemistry
- Knowledge of Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Time-Of- Flight Mass Spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS)
- Good statistical skills, experience in the use of R or Phyton
- Interest in evolutionary biology is advantageous
- Work in an international and dynamic team
- A diversified job with flexible working hours
- Free use of public transport (LandesTicket Hessen)
- More than 100 seminars, workshops, and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports programs
- Remuneration according to TV-H 13 (c. 2,500 Euros per month), company pension plan, child allowance and special payments
