Tres ofertas como biólogo/a molecular o especialista en taxonomía en Ocean Census (UK)

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Ocean Census is a global alliance focused on discovering and protecting ocean life. They are currently recruiting for 3 new science roles to be based in Oxford (UK) to support the acceleration of species discovery :

• Molecular Biologist to start as soon as possible from 1 June, engaged in research and advancing our sequencing programme
• Taxonomist to start as soon as possible from 1 June
• Taxonomist to start as soon as possible from 1 October

For details follow the link on each job title. The application deadline is May 19th, 2024.

All positions are based in Begbroke Science Park, Oxford, UK, including working in the lab and participating in or leading on field expeditions and workshops overseas for extended periods.
Applying can be done by submitting CV and cover letter to sciencerecruitment@oceancensus.org, quoting the reference numbers on the job descriptions.

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Puesto permanente en el Zoo de Edimburgo como técnico en genómica (genética aplicada a la conservación)

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The charity that owns both RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park is looking for a committed, compassionate, and conservation-minded individual to join their expert staff team. RZSS aims to connect people with nature and safeguard species from extinction, a mission that sees us work both here in Scotland and in over 20 countries around the world. From inspiring the next generation about wildlife in our parks to protecting chimpanzees in the Ugandan rainforest; looking after some of the world's most endangered species to saving the Scottish wildcat, RZSS is making a huge difference and we need your help to continue to grow.

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's Wild Genes team are looking for a dedicated Genomics Technician (Conservation Genetics). Based at Edinburgh Zoo, the team uses genetic data to inform the conservation of 10-15 species annually. This role will involve performing a range of molecular techniques to deliver quality data to the Wild Genes analysis team. Reporting to the Senior laboratory technician, you will be expected to maintain an organised laboratory environment and co-ordinate your lab work on multiple conservation projects. You will be expected to work closely with any students utilising the genetic lab; the analysis team; and our biobank. It is a full-time permanent role working 37.5 hours per week.

Who we are looking for:
The successful candidate will hold a BSc in a relevant scientific discipline or job experience in a relevant scientific role. They will need knowledge of standard molecular genetic laboratory techniques, be able to communicate well with visiting researchers/students, have experience of PCR based molecular genetic techniques and experience of DNA extraction.

Salary
The position sits within Band D (£26,610 - £30,592 Per Annum)

Interested?
For full information on how to apply, please visit the RZSS vacancy page and follow the instructions

Closing date: Thursday 4th May 2023.

Invitation to interview will be by email/phone and interviews will take place during the week beginning 22nd May 2023.

For any questions and queries, please email Elizabeth Heap at eheap@rzss.org.uk quoting "Genomics Technician" as the subject.

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Contrato para un especialista en gestión piscícola en España 🐟

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La empresa pública Gestión Ambiental de Navarra busca incorporar un especialista en gestión piscícola en el marco del proyecto LIFE21-NAT-ES-LIFE KANTAURIBAI (2022–2027). Su función será llevar a cabo aquellas acciones del proyecto en materia de Gestión Piscícola. Se trata de un contrato temporal con posibilidad de conversión a indefinido al finalizar la eventualidad en función de las necesidades productivas u organizativas de la empresa.

Formación académica: Titulación universitaria de la rama ambiental: Biología, Ciencias Ambientales, Ingeniería Medioambiental o similar.

Requisitos mínimos: 

• Conocimientos en marcado de peces, pesca eléctrica y radioseguimiento
• Carnet de conducir.
• Manejo solvente de parque Office.
• Manejo solvente de SIG (Q-GIS).
• Conocimientos de idiomas: Inglés nivel medio.

Requisitos valorables: 

• Experiencia en Asistencia técnica en procesos de producción en piscifactorías.
• Conocimiento de herramientas de estadística (software R) y programación.
• Experiencia en la ejecución de proyectos europeos (LIFE, POCTEFA…)
• Conocimientos en el ámbito de hidrología, restauración fluvial, geomorfología fluvial o técnicas de bioingeniería.
• Doctorado en la formación requerida
• Euskera y francés.

Competencias:

• Calidad técnica y profesional.
• Eficiencia y productividad.
• Iniciativa.
• Planificación y organización.
• Trabajo en equipo.
• Compromiso/sentimiento de pertenencia.
• Flexibilidad y adaptación a los cambios.

Experiencia: Más de 3 años de experiencia en el seguimiento de las poblaciones de peces: protocolos, planificación, desarrollo y ejecución de programas de muestreo y censo de salmón, trucha o mejillón de río.

Para apuntarse a la oferta:
https://empleo.sociedadespublicasdenavarra.es/jobs/especialista-en-gestion-piscicola

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Contrato de dos años como asistente de investigación en biodiversidad de anfibios y reptiles de Melanesia 🐢🐍🦎🐸

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Western Melanesia (including New Guinea) sits at the crossroads of Asia and Australia and is one of the most interesting, puzzling, and understudied hyper diverse regions on Earth. Clarifying how tectonic movements have sundered or joined different Melanesian landforms in the past several million years is key to understanding the origins of this biotic diversity. The Research Assistant will generate data to help us investigate how the diversity and evolutionary history of the five major geological landforms that comprise most of western Melanesia have impacted evolution of that region's biota and to identify those ancient insular landmasses critical in the origin of lineages that colonised and radiated across New Guinea, Australia, and/or insular Asia. The project will use herpetofauna (reptiles and amphibians) to address these evolutionary questions. The research will help to replace the outdated, unidirectional "out-of-New-Guinea" model for origins of Pacific biodiversity with a more dynamic and nuanced understanding that ancient, yet under-appreciated, land areas in Melanesia have long been important in shaping biotic evolution in the broader region. The project will use a combination of traditional sequencing methods alongside ultra-conserved elements from fresh and historic museum samples (aka archival DNA) and analyse these data with respect to new geological models to be generated by a project partner.

We are seeking to appoint a research assistant to help study the Origins of Western Melanesian Diversity on a 24 month, fixed-term contract. This project is funded by a joint NERC-NSF grant to Dr Simon Maddock (University of Wolverhampton, UK) and Dr Fred Kraus (University of Michigan, USA). The position will be based in the School of Sciences at the University of Wolverhampton, UK. You will possess the skills and knowledge to generate high-quality molecular sequence data.

You will have completed an MSc in biological sciences or an equivalent subject and have experience of molecular and phylogenetic methods. You will be responsible for generating sequence data (Sanger and sequence capture), analysing data, co-supervising lab work by undergraduate and postgraduate students, and, if interested, disseminating research. Good communication and organisational skills are essential attributes.

For more details and to apply please see https://jobs.wlv.ac.uk/vacancy/research-assistant-in-herpetological-genomics-496360.html

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Simon Maddock (s.maddock@wlv.ac.uk).

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Trabaja como técnico de investigación en un proyecto con escarabajos

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We wish to appoint a research technician to work on the NERC-funded project “Living at the edge: causes and consequences of individual variation in a changing world”.

The project studies the effects of landscape fragmentation on behaviour, physiology, morphology, life history and related traits (and their covariation) in a forest-living ground beetle species using individuals living at an edge of a habitat and those at a core. The project combines both experimental and correlative approaches and applies a wide range of methods in the field and laboratory. These range from enclosure experiments, translocations, radio- telemetry, and behavioural and physiological assays.

You will be supervised by Dr Wiebke Schuett (Project Lead) and Prof Jeremy Niven (both School of Life Sciences) and will work closely with other members of the research team, including a postdoctoral research fellow and a PhD student.

Candidates would ideally have a BSc in animal behaviour, ecology or an allied biological science. We expect a highly motivated, talented, well-organised and meticulous candidate with experience in behavioural observations and excellent team-working ability. The candidate will have a background in one or more of behavioural ecology, insect physiology, evolution and/or ecology. Holding a Masters degree, having previous experience in collecting data in the field and/or of insect behaviour, in conducting physiological assays, in insect husbandry, and/or in genotyping is advantageous. Holding a driving license is desirable.

Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to make informal contact with Dr Wiebke Schuett (w.schuett@sussex.ac.uk; she/her) before applying.

Some details

• School/department: School of Life Sciences
• Hours: part time hours considered up to a maximum of 27.4 hours per week. Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
• Contract: fixed term for 34 months
• Reference: 9443
• Salary: starting at £27,131 to £31,411 per annum, pro rata if part time
• Placed on: 02 September 2022
• Closing date: 29 September 2022. Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.
• Expected Interview date: TBC
• Expected start date: 1 March 2023

Applications should be accompanied by a full CV, a cover letter (incl. motivation and how criteria are met) and the names of three academic referees.

For full details and how to apply see https://www.sussex.ac.uk/about/jobs/research-tech-insect-eco-and-behaviour-ref-9443

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You can find out more about our values and our EDI Strategy, Inclusive Sussex, on our webpages.

Download job description and person specification Ref 9443 [PDF 187.80KB] https://www.sussex.ac.uk/about/documents/9443-fps.pdf

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¿Eres un experto/a en invertebrados marinos? Se busca conservador para la colección de invertebrados marinos del Senckenberg

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For over 200 years the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung represents one of the leading institutions investigating nature and its diversity. Currently, scientists from more than 40 countries conduct research in the fields of biodiversity, earth system analysis and climate change in seven Senckenberg institutes across Germany.

Following its mission to analyze and document biodiversity in earth system dynamics – to serve science and society, Senckenberg fosters curiosity-driven and application-oriented research. In Senckenberg at Frankfurt we seek to fill the position of a Curator of Marine Invertebrates (m/f/d; tenure-track, full time).

We are looking for an internationally recognized invertebrate zoologist with an excellent research record in integrative taxonomy, systematics, evolutionary and/or ecological research on marine invertebrate organisms. The ideal candidate will apply modern approaches, using innovative methods to unlock scientific information from museum specimens, e.g. through imaging approaches (e.g. CLSM, μCT, environmental SEM) and/or molecular analysis.

The position will include responsibility and oversight for permanent scientific collections of the Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum Frankfurt, and preference will be given to candidates with experience in a relevant organismal group that aligns with existing collection strengths. In particular we are looking for candidates with an expertise in polychaetes, echinoderms, corals or sponges. Outstanding scientists working on other relevant taxa are also encouraged to apply. The associated, comprehensive and globally scientifically important collections of marine invertebrates at Senckenberg date back to the early 19th century and comprise scanning electron microscopic-, dry- and alcohol-preserved materials. Collections resources also include an excellent specialist library and digital archive.

Your tasks:

• Conduct innovative collection-based research on the taxonomy, systematics and biology of marine invertebrates
• Develop the collections and associated resources at the Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum Frankfurt
• Foster our collections as important international research tool through international networking, and development and growth of the specimen collections
• Secure external research funds
• Actively publish results of your research in international scientific journals
• Participate in joint marine research and expeditions
• Supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Promote collections-based research on marine invertebrates through national and international initiatives and organisations (e.g. IUCN, UN Decade of Ocean Science)

Your profile:

• Doctoral degree in organismal biology/zoology or a related field
• Expert knowledge of a relevant group of organisms and their systematics
• Experience in curating and using invertebrate research collections
• Experience with modern research infrastructure and innovative methods, such as molecular genetics or imaging methods
• Outstanding research record adequate to your career stage

What can you expect?

• A vibrant, international team of scientists with collection- based research programs, focussed on curiosity-driven research and the preservation of Earth’s biodiversity
• Excellent infrastructures and collaborations opportunities, e. g. in morphology, genomics, evolutionary biology, (paleo-)ecology
• An attractive and challenging position in a research institution of international standing
• Opportunities to participate in teaching and outreach activities, e.g. in our museum and with collaborating universities
• A salary that reflects the responsibilities of the position and the experience of the candidate, based on the collective agreement for public service in the state of Hesse
• Life in a vibrant, internationally-minded city (population 750.000), a global hub for transport and culture 
• Flexible working hours – annual special payment – company pension scheme – 30 days holidays – discounted public transportation in the Rhein-Main area – strong support for work/life balance (certified by “audit berufundfamilie”).
• A crises-proof employment that doesn’t depend on recessions or health crises

The contract should start ideally on 01.05.2022.

Senckenberg supports equal opportunity for men and women and places an emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women and under-represented groups. Qualified women and other under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Equally qualified applicants with disabilities will be given preference. This job is based at Frankfurt am Main, a vibrant global city, providing excellent collaboration facilities with several universities and institutions like Max Planck.

Would you like to apply?
Please send your complete application documents (CV, certificates and references, letter of motivation and future visions for research and collections), mentioning the reference of this job offer (ref.#01-21050) before 30.01.2022 by e-mail (attachment in a single pdf document) to:
Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung Senckenberganlage 25
60325 Frankfurt am Main
E-Mail: recruiting@senckenberg.de

For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Angelika Brandt, Head of Department: angelika.brandt@senckenberg.de, phone: +49 (0)69 7542-1240.

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Entomología, fotografía y colecciones zoológicas: trabaja digitalizando imágenes de abejas

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UC Santa Barbara's Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration is offering a Digital Imaging Assistant (Lab Assistant II) position as part of the Big-Bee project (http://big-bee.net), a newly funded US National Science Foundation Advancing Digitization of Biodiversity Collections initiative to understand bee declines via specimen image digitization and trait analysis. Over the course of three years, we will create over one million high-resolution 2D and 3D images of bee specimens, representing over 5,000 worldwide bee species, including most of the major pollinating species.We will develop tools to measure bee traits from images and generate comprehensive bee trait and image datasets to measure recent and deep evolutionary patterns.The Big-Bee network of participating institutions includes thirteen US institutions and partnerships with US government agencies. We will develop novel mechanisms for sharing image datasets and datasets of bee traits that will be available through an open, Symbiota data portal called the Bee Library. Reporting to the Director of the Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration at UC Santa Barbara, the Digital Imaging Assistant will collaborate closely with the Director to lead the digitization of bee specimens from natural history collections at UCSB via 3D and 2D imaging. They will help develop novel methods in imaging and anatomical trait measurement, including crowdsourcing measurements via the Notes From Nature community science platform. Applicants for this position are expected from various disciplines because of the cross-cutting nature of the work, and applicants from entomology, media arts, engineering, digital arts, biodiversity data science, museum curation, or related fields are welcome. Job responsibilities include:

1. implement imaging and processing workflows for 2D & 3D specimen imaging;
2. evaluate results to determine scientific accuracy;
3. organize, manage, and preserve digital files, including raw data, metadata, and derivatives;
4. coordinate undergraduate imaging and research internships;
5. create training and outreach materials in specimen imaging;
6. assist in the overall coordination of the Big-Bee network;
7. and perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred candidates will also demonstrate:

1. knowledge of basic principles of photography;
2. knowledge in insect morphology;
3. knowledge about natural history collection databases, particularly Symbiota, and biodiversity data sharing;
4. comfort with diverse software tools (Adobe) and online collaboration platforms (Google Documents, Slack, GitHub);
5. writing and understanding of a scripting language (Python, R);
6. the ability to meet a high level of production on a daily basis and work in a fast-paced, multi-project and dynamic environment;
7. the ability to drive project completion on time and in a detailed manner, as well as self-motivation, intelligence, and strong work ethic;
8. excellent organizational skills, good communication skills including writing and verbal;
9. comfort with handling small delicate objects.

The person will join a research group focused on biodiversity data science and entomology. They will work closely with Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration Director, Dr. Katja Seltmann, who also has a background in media arts. The position is based at the University of California, Santa Barbara but includes cooperation with colleagues at other institutions. This is a full-time position (including full benefits) with a starting salary range between $20.14 - $21.31/hour. To apply for this position use the UCSB online application portal. Applications for the position will be reviewed starting January 16, 2022. Please send questions toseltmann@ucsb.edu

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¿Quieres trabajar en un museo? Oferta para convertirte en conservador de mamíferos.

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The Natural History Museum Bern (NMBE), Switzerland has a vacancy for the following position starting March 1, 2021 at the earliest, or by agreement. The NMBE as one of the major research museums in Switzerland owns a valuable scientific collection of mammals, a modern research infrastructure (molecular genetics, morphology) and a close connection to the University of Bern. You can expect a responsible and versatile job as curator of the mammal collection in the team of our ever-changing museum operation.

Your tasks

• Responsibility for the expansion, inventory, conservation and use of the mammal collection, including loan transactions
• Planning and implementation of independent, collection related research projects and cooperations
• Participation in public relations as well as conception and realization of exhibitions
• Collaboration in the implementation of the educational mission of the museum (popular scientific publications, guided tours and lectures, information for laymen)
• Interest in university teaching is expressly desired.

Your profile

• completed biology studies and PhD in relevant field (zoology, ecology)
• successful scientific work as a mammalogist with a focus on morphology,functional morphology, molecular genetics, taxonomy and/or systematics
• evidence of international publication activity in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• several years of post-doctoral research experience
• experience in the acquisition of third-party funds
• solid experience in dealing with scientific collections
• good IT skills (e.g. databases, 3D reconstruction, analysis of scientific data)
• very good language skills in German and English

The NMBE is an institution of the Burgergemeinde Bern, therefore employment is in accordance with their personnel regulations. If we have aroused your interest, please send your application with the usual documents (CV, list of publications, letter of motivation) as well as addresses of at least two references by 31 January 2021 (extended deadline) by e-mail (PDF document) or by mail to: Natural History Museum Bern, Secretariat, Bernastrasse 15, CH-3005 Bern, Switzerland (hr@nmbe.ch).

For further information on the job description, please contact the responsible department head, Dr. Stefan T. Hertwig, stefan.hertwig@nmbe.ch, +41 31 350 72 80.

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Posición permanente como investigador en hidrología

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Opening of a permanent research position "Aquatic community ecology under global change" at INRAE Lyon, in the EcoFlowS team (https://ecoflows.inrae.fr/) of the RIVERLY research unit (https://riverly.inrae.fr/). 

Position description:

The RiverLy research unit combines hydrology, hydraulics, ecology, ecotoxicology and environmental chemistry to understand the ecological functioning and dynamics of river networks and guide their management. More specifically, the EcoFlowS team explores multi-scale eco-hydrology to understand and quantify ecological responses (eg. populations, communities, ecological processes) to different habitat proximal variables (eg. hydrology, hydraulics, sediments, temperature, dissolved oxygen, contaminants), natural or under human influences. This knowledge is used to support the management of river networks, including their biomonitoring and restoration. 

In the EcoFlowS team, you will model community responses (including taxonomic, functional or molecular approaches) to global change to develop innovative strategies to manage and protect river networks. In line with the scientific project of RiverLY, your research will integrate the local-scale effects of habitat drivers identified through mechanistic approaches into large-scale (from regional to international) models of biodiversity and ecosystem responses to environmental stressors associated with global change. You will test theoretical hypotheses from community ecology integrating the most recent conceptual (eg metacommunity theory, spatial ecology) and methodological (eg spatial statistical modelling, process-based models of dispersal) developments. You will quantify resistance and resilience capacities of aquatic communities to global change, accounting for the dendritic nature of river networks and their natural (eg drying) and anthropogenic (eg dams) fragmentation. To do so, you could use existing regional (eg LTER platforms, Water Agencies), national (eg French Biodiversity Office) and international (eg open-access databases) datasets, as well as the rich datasets available at EcoFlowS (eg Rhone river restoration monitoring, intermittent rivers database, glacial streams).

In RiverLY, your research will interact with other disciplines from the different research teams to integrate the ecological effects of various physical and chemical environmental factors. Thanks to this multidisciplinary context, you will lead projects to conserve, restore and manage riverine biodiversity under global change in line with national and EU legislations. Last, you will contribute to animating, programming and evaluating research within local research groups, as well as developing regional, national and international collaborations.

Requirements:

• Holding a PhD in aquatic ecology
• Strong international postdoctoral experience in modelling biological community responses to global change. 
• During your career, you combined taxonomic, functional and/or molecular approaches from catchment to national or international scales, preferably on aquatic macro-invertebrates, but open to other biological groups such as fish. 
• Skills in statistical modelling and data mining, you like working in a very collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership abilities in multidisciplinary and highly visible projects.
• You are fluent in English and must hold a long-time international experience abroad.

The position will be officially open by the end of January. Do not hesitate to contact Thibault Datry (thibault.datry@inrae.fr) for more information 

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6 ofertas para trabajar en el Wellcome Sanger Institute

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Six job opportunities at the Wellcome Sanger Institute in the UK.

In the Tree of Life Department, we have a research assistantrole that would be based in Scotland working on the Darwin Tree of Life project doing collections in the Borders Forest.
https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk/vacancy/advanced-research-assistant-borders-forest-trust-project-tree-of-life-433498.html


In the Parasites and Microbes Department, we have just launched an exciting Evolutionary and Epidemiology Postdoc Fellowship scheme with a variety of pre-defined projects but also chances to develop your own project
https://www.sanger.ac.uk/about/careers/seed-fellowship-sanger-evolutionary-and-epidemiological-dynamics/

In the Lawniczak Group, which is affiliated with both departments (Tree of Life, Parasites and Microbes), they offer a Samples and Partner relationship manager that would suit someone with strong project management skills (https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk/vacancy/samples-and-partner-relationship-manager-432594.html), a Senior Bioinformatician role (https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk/vacancy/senior-bioinformatician-432868.html) and they are looking for two postdocs, not yet advertised, but would be excited to hear from PhD students nearing completion or postdocs interested in coming to the Sanger. The two projects are 1) using long reads to do population genomics in Anopheles and/or migrating hoverflies and 2) helping to build, operate, and analyse a UK-wide DNA barcoding project to study species diversity and interactions on 200,000 flying insects/year over the next 5 years. Both of these projects have staff, consumables, and sequencing funding for the next 5 years, so would suit postdocs interested in at least a 3 year commitment.

Get in touch with Mara Lawniczak (mara@sanger.ac.uk) if you are interested in any of the roles above.

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Posición como Junior Group Leader investigando el papel de herbívoros y microorganismos en la evolución de las plantas

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The Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity at the University of Münster, Germany, invites applications for a Junior Group Leader Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in (Salary level TV-L E13, 100%) in the Plant Adaptation-in-Action group, headed by Prof Shuqing Xu 

(https://www.uni-muenster.de/Evolution/plantadapt/people/shuqingxu.shtml).
The successful candidate may start as soon as possible, preferably before May 2021. The salary will initially be provided for three years, with possibility of extension for another three years. Plants are living in a microbial world and with the threat of herbivores. However, it remains unclear how herbivores and microbes jointly shape plant evolution in nature. In this DFG-funded project, the candidate will lead a team in the Plant Adaptation-in-Action group to address this challenging question using an interdisciplinary approach.

During the course of the project, the candidate will mature his/her scientific skills and develop independence in project planning and management skills. In addition, the candidate will gain the opportunity to improve their leadership skills by leading a research team consisting of one PhD student and several MSc and BSc students. The position serves as a stepping-stone for the candidate to pursue a faculty position.

Requirements

We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a doctoral degree, or equivalent thereof, in biology, evolutionary genetics, bioinformatics or computer science. The candidate is expected to design, conduct and organize large scale field experiments and analyse large amount of next generation sequencing data, in particular, metagenomic data, with high degree of independence. Thus, a background in bioinformatics, evolutionary genetics and metagenomics is required. Applicants must demonstrate experience in statistics, metagenomics, data analysis and microbiology. Experience with field work, plant-microbe interactions or plant-herbivore interactions are a plus. Our group consists of people of various nationalities and teamwork is essential for all projects in the group. Therefore,
excellent communication skills, as well as proficiency in spoken and written English are expected. Good knowledge in German is a plus.

 Applications must be in English and include:

1. a motivation letter stating the research interests with reference to the stated requirements in no more than 2 pages,
2. a detailed CV including academic and extracurricular achievements, as well as details of all research experience,
3. an abstract of the PhD thesis, and
4. contact details of at least two referees.

Applicants should send their documents in one single PDF file to Prof Shuqing Xu (shuqing.xu@uni-muenster.de) with a subject line "Junior Group Leader Position – Your Name". The application review will commence on 1st February 2021. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of Münster is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the proportion of women academics. Consequently, we actively encourage applications by women. Female candidates with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered within the framework of the legal possibilities. The University of Münster is committed to employing more staff with disabilities. Candidates with recognized severe disabilities who have equivalent qualifications are given preference in hiring decisions, although some restrictions related to specific project-related tasks may apply. 

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URGENTE - Trabaja en un proyecto de conservación genética en el zoo de Edimburgo

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Research Scientist - (3 years Fixed Term)
Location: Royal Zoological Society of Scotland - Edinburgh Zoo

About Us
The charity that owns both RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park are looking for committed, compassionate and conservation-minded individuals to join our expert staff team. RZSS aims to connect people with nature and safeguard species from extinction, a mission that sees us work both here in Scotland and in over 20 countries around the world. From inspiring the next generation about wildlife in our parks to protecting chimpanzees in the Ugandan rainforest; looking after some of the world's most endangered species to saving the Scottish wildcat, RZSS is making a huge difference and we need your help to continue to grow.

The role
An opportunity has arisen for a committed Research Scientist (Conservation Genetics) to join the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's WildGenes lab. Reporting to the Conservation Programme Manager (WildGenes), the Research Scientist will assist with the analysis of applied conservation genetic research data delivered by the RZSS WildGenes laboratory.

Who we are looking for
The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant genetics discipline such as Conservation Genetics or Population Genetics/Genomics and a desire to work as part of our team to support conservation projects around the globe.

Interested?
For full information on how to apply, please visit the RZSS vacancy page and follow the instructions: http://www.rzss.org.uk/job-vacancies/

Closing date: Monday 18th January 2021.

Invitation to interview will be by email/phone and interviews will take place during the 2nd week of February.
For any questions and queries, please email Dr Alex Ball at aball@rzss.org.uk quoting "Research Scientist" as the subject.

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Oferta de trabajo como lab manager para un grupo nuevo de investigación en paleogenómica

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The Palaeogenomics group of the Department of Veterinary Medicine,at the Ludwig-Maximilians Universität Munich, is looking to appoint a Laboratory Manager at the earliest possible date.

The Palaeogenomics group (https://www.animal-palaeogenomics.com/), led by Prof. Laurent Frantz, is a newly formed group, part of the Institute of Palaeoanatomy, Domestication and the History of Veterinary Medicine, within the Department of Veterinary Medicine. Our group is broadly interested in evolutionary genomics, archaeology, conservation biology and sustainable agriculture. We exploit the power of ancient and modern genomics to contrast current patterns of genetic diversity to those in the
past: this allows us to track evolutionary processes including artificial selection, extinction, speciation and domestication through time.

We are looking for a Laboratory Manager to facilitate the efficient operation of the ancient and modern DNA laboratories within the group. The contract is for an initial 1 year but is renewable for an additional 4 years, with the potential for longer-term extensions. The post-holder will lead the management and operation of the modern and ancient DNA facilities, sample processing, ancient DNA extraction, library preparation and sequencing. Additional roles include purchasing, shipments, safety
and general organization, training members and visitors of the lab in established workflows, and interaction with other scientists, students and technicians. The post-holder will also have the opportunity to be involved in research projects and publications, as well as to purse their own research ideas.

Role:

• DNA extraction from biological substrates, and genomic library preparation.
• Improvement of laboratory techniques through in-house optimization and innovation, and implementation of new advances and best practices.
• Training other scientists in laboratory workflows.
• Provide support for sample organisation including handling, shipping, managing internal databases, legal documentation and curation.
• Assist with general administrative duties within research group, alongside other staff.
• Assist with the maintenance and day-to-day operation of the specialized ancient and modern DNA facilities, instruments, and supplies, alongside other technical staff.
• Assist with the managing consumables and reagent orders, maintaining stocks, and handling the shipment of libraries for sequencing, alongside other technical staff.

Profile:

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in Biological Sciences or in a field incorporating genomics, Next Generation Sequencing techniques, or equivalent qualification / experience (experienced technicians are also encouraged to apply).
• Experience with (ancient) DNA extraction, library preparation and high-throughput sequencing.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Experience with training others in lab techniques (desirable).
• Proficiency in English (prerequisite) and German (desirable).
• An interest in Evolutionary biology and/or Archaeology (desirable).

We offer:
The Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich is one of the largest and most prestigious research institutions in Germany and offers a wide range of training and development opportunities. The workplace is in a central location in Munich that can be easily reached by public transport. The contract is for an initial 1 year but is renewable for an additional 4 years, with the potential for longer-term extensions. The salary will be based on on TV-L. Part-time employment is generally possible. The university is an equal opportunity employer. Handicapped applicants will be given preference in the case of approximately equal qualifications. The University of Munich is interested in increasing the number of female faculty members and encourages women to apply.

To apply, please send a C.V, including contact of two referees, and a cover letter to Laurent.Frantz@palaeo.vetmed.uni-muenchen.de

The deadline for application is January 15th 2021

For enquiries or further questions please contact Prof. Laurent Frantz: Laurent.Frantz@palaeo.vetmed.uni-muenchen.de

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Otra forma de hacer monitoreo de fauna: posición permanente de bioinformático en una start-up

Oferta compartida por Nuria

Applications are invited for a Bioinformatics Research Scientist to join an expanding science-based start-up. The successful candidate will work closely with the members of the data and wider science teams to develop and validate state-of-the-art bioinformatics tools and processes for sequence-based biodiversity data. Applicants should have significant experience with metabarcoding data and the development of bioinformatics pipelines. Topics of current interest include data quality assurance, taxonomic assignment, and phylogeny-informed approaches for Illumina MiSeq metabarcoding data. Future work may focus on alternative technologies and approaches such as metatranscriptomics, shotgun metagenomics, and nanopore sequencing. Evidence of significant contribution to relevant research projects is required. The successful applicant will be comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team. They will be required to lead the development of the company's bioinformatics pipelines in close collaboration with the Lead Bioinformatician. 

Applicants must submit examples of their work as part of their application. The full specification can be found below. To apply please email careers@naturemetrics.co.uk including a CV and covering letter, and state that you are applying for the Bioinformatics Research Scientist role. There is no fixed deadline for applications and the position will be held open until we find the right candidate.

ABOUT NatureMetrics
NatureMetrics is a high-growth start-up company leading the revolution in molecular biodiversity monitoring, enabling environmental managers to measure and monitor biodiversity with DNA-based tools. We have grown steadily for four years and are now expanding following a recent investment raise. We are a team of bright, enthusiastic individuals who are excited to be breaking new ground and disrupting the world of biodiversity monitoring. We take great pride in our work and are seeking
new team members who will do the same. For more details, please visit www.naturemetrics.co.uk.

Roles & responsibilities

General

- Lead on the development and implementation of new bioinformatics pipelines in close collaboration with the Lead Bioinformatician 

- Work with the Bioinformatician to operationalise new solutions and

integrate into SOPs

- Refine existing pipelines where required

- Lead on the bioinformatics component of projects that require a bespoke solution

- Ensure that the outputs of bioinformatics pipelines are robust and of high quality

- Contribute to scientific publications and reports

- Contribute to the preparation of grant applications and tenders where relevant

Documentation

- Maintain version-controlled, fully annotated scripts following NatureMetrics style guides 

- Write guides/explainers for developed tools suitable for different audiences 

- Prepare and contribute to reports and applications where relevant

Reporting

- This role reports to the Lead Bioinformatician

Communication

- Attend regular update meetings with the wider team

- Update wider company, management or board on progress as required

- Work collaboratively with the data and science teams

Person specification

Education & qualifications

- You will have a PhD and postdoctoral experience in a relevant field

- Specialist knowledge, skills & experience

- Strong R and/or Python coding is essential, with good working knowledge of relevant packages

- Experience with common command-line tools used in metabarcoding is required

- Evidence of extensive metabarcoding data handling is required

- Evidence of a leading role in relevant tool development is required

- Particular expertise in quality control, taxonomic assignment, or appropriate phylogenetic methods would be an advantage

- Strong Bash scripting and experience with Ubuntu would be an advantage

Interpersonal & communication skills

- Organised & meticulous with effective communication skills

- Able to work independently and as part of a team

Additional requirements

- All applicants are legally required to demonstrate the right to work/permission to work in the UK

Terms & conditions

Location

- The post is based at NatureMetrics Ltd, CABI Site, Bakeham Lane, Egham, Surrey, TW20 9TY

- There is significant flexibility for regular home working

Working pattern and hours

- The post is advertised at 40 hours a week Monday to Friday

- Core hours are between 10am and 4pm

- Applications for flexible working will be considered

Length of appointment

- Full time, permanent

Salary - £40,000+ per annum, depending on experience 

Start - Immediately

Duration - Permanent

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Conservación de especies vegetales raras y en peligro de extinción en ambientes agrícolas

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The CLOVER project aims to inform farmers operating in Lombardy on good practices to reconcile agricultural activities with nature conservation. Thus it will be possible to preserve, restore and enhance agro-ecosystems.The research fellow must collaborate in the demonstration actions of the project for: management of paddy field and dynamic on farm conservation of Marsilea quadrifonia; management and mowing of wet meadows; management of paddy field and sowing of Lindernia procumbens; management of the minor irrigation network and spring restoration; economic enhancement of farms operating within the Natura 2000 network.
The research fellow will also have to continue morpho-functional studies on plant traits of alpine species compared with Apennine populations and will have to continue the development and processing of the data collected on climate change in the previous monitorings carried out by the University of Pavia.


The public call with detailed attendance and selection rules (Art 4 and 6) can be found at: http://www-assegni.unipv.it/bandi-dipartimenti-tipo-b/

Main requirements are:

1. degree (with a course duration of not less than 4 years, as referred to in the pre-existing academic regulations pursuant to D.M. n. 509/1999) or post-graduate degrees (pursuant to D.M. n. 509/1999 and to n. 270/2004) awarded by Italian or foreign Universities recognized as equivalent - for the purposes of establishing the equivalence, candidates must provide the necessary documentation to enable the evaluating board to proceed with the qualification assessment 
2. scientific or professional curriculum suitable for conducting the research activity; 
3. any Ph.D. title (Art 2- par. 1). 

Further specific assessable qualifications (see Art. 6):

• Specialist/Master degree in Natural Sciences or equivalent foreign degree
• PhD in the field of Natural Sciences, achieved no more than 5 years ago;
• Professional-scientific curriculum suitable for carrying out the research activity;
• Scientific publications in national and international journals, of botanical subject (BIO 03 or similar), with particular reference to the conservation of rare and/or threatened plant species;
• Good knowledge of in/ex situ conservation procedures for rare plants and/or plants threatened by genetic erosion;
• Good knowledge of laboratory practices, with particular reference to the development of tests and experimental protocols for germination of plant species;
• Good knowledge of English (as well as Italian);
• Good knowledge of Word and Excel computer programs, documented by certificates and/or other qualifications;
• Documented experience in plant research and conservation, with particular reference to plant ecology;
• Previous work experience with research bodies and public bodies on topics related to the call

The application form, signed in original, have to be: 

1. submitted by means of the standard template that can be found at the above address; 
2. supplied with the scientific-professional curriculum vitae (dated and signed) and a photocopy of a valid identity document; 
3. supplied with the list of publications and copies of them (or in electronic form);
4. supplied with any further documents / certificates / self-certification foreseen by Art. 4; 
5. sent (no e-mail, no website) via recorded delivery, via a Certified Email (PEC) and by hand, in original paper copy, to the Department/Centre of interest (see Art. 4). 

The candidate selection will take place on the basis of the documented qualifications and a personal interview, completed by a test concerning the knowledge of foreign language (see Art. 6 - par. 1)


Web site for additional job details: http://www-assegni.unipv.it/bandi-dipartimenti-tipo-b/ and https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/573735

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Oferta de trabajo en conservación y restauración en Canadá

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The University of British Columbia seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in conservation and restoration, part of major cluster hire initiative (https://biodiversity.ubc.ca/cluster-hire).

We seek a Conservation and Restoration Scientist to be jointly appointed in the Departments of Botany, and Forest & Conservation Sciences, with opportunities for strong interaction with UBC's Beaty Biodiversity Museum and Biodiversity Research Centre. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. degree by June, 2021, show evidence of potential to develop a strong research program, and contribute to teaching and mentoring at graduate and undergraduate levels. In evaluating candidates, we may also consider evidence of leadership within the candidate's community, contributions to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, and the social or policy impacts of the candidate's work.

The Conservation and Restoration Scientist will conduct research broadly investigating how to conserve and protect biodiversity, and restore functioning ecosystems in a changing world. Applicants should have an interest in integrating fundamental research on restoring biodiversity, ecosystem functions or adaptive capacity, with applied research on conservation and restoration strategies that involve engagement with communities, industry or governments. Their expertise will be in ecology (including applied ecology), conservation, evolutionary biology, forestry, geography, or related disciplines. We encourage applicants who use a range of empirical or theoretical approaches, applying them to real-world problems from local to global scales, in terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems, and working in plant, animal or fungal systems.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and training, and academic service in their departments. They will also work collaboratively with other members of the Biodiversity Solutions (https://biodiversity.ubc.ca/cluster-hire) team to develop approaches to solving social-ecological challenges related to biodiversity conservation. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest or experience in conducting collaborative, interdisciplinary work, through existing or proposed research, teaching, leadership, service, community engagement, outreach or other relevant activities.

We recognize that candidates may have had diverse trajectories that could include interruptions and leaves, for example related to care-giver responsibilities, and we value this diversity.

Equity, inclusion and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We particularly encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Review of applications will begin 30th November 2020 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date for positions is July 1, 2021, or as soon as possible thereafter, dependent on immigration and travel restrictions.

Apply here: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17171

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3 ofertas de trabajo en el Museo de Historia Natural de Dinamarca

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The Natural History Museum of Denmark (NHMD)/Statens Naturhistoriske Museum (SNM) and the Department of Computer Science (DIKU) at the University of Copenhagen have announced a joint Full Professor position in Computer Vision for Digital Natural History.The new professor is expected to make a significant contribution to leadership in Computer Vision within the Department of Computer Science and will serve a leading role as Curator of Digital Collections at the Natural History Museum of Denmark. The professor must ensure that Computer Vision research, teaching, and public engagement activities are thriving, and act as a mentor to young researchers.

Outstanding applicants in all areas of Computer Vision will be considered, but research areas of special interest include:

• Theory and application of object recognition
• Machine learning in image analysis
• Mathematical foundation of image analysis
• Technological innovation related to object digitization

https://snm.ku.dk/ledige-stillinger/all-jobs/2020/211-008520-2k-professor-of-computer-vision-for-digital-natural-history/

Application deadline is 1 December 2020

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The Natural History Museum of Denmark (NHMD)/Statens Naturhistoriske Museum (SNM) at University of Copenhagen has announced a Vertebrate Curator position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, as part of a three position cluster hire. The search is intended to fill current curatorial vacancies in either mammalogy or herpetology. The position is announced separately for assistant and associate professor tracks because of university policies, but only one of these will be filled.

Assistant Professor:
https://snm.ku.dk/ledige-stillinger/all-jobs/2020/211-007520-2n-tenure-track-assistant-professor-in-vertebrate-zoology/

Associate Professor:
https://snm.ku.dk/ledige-stillinger/all-jobs/2020/211-027920--2e-associate-professor-in-vertebrate-zoology/

Application deadline is 1 December 2020.

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The Natural History Museum of Denmark (NHMD)/Statens Naturhistoriske Museum (SNM) at University of Copenhagen has announced a Palaeontology Curator position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, as part of a three position cluster hire. The position is announced separately for assistant and associate professor tracks because of university policies, but only one of these will be filled.

Assistant Professor:
https://snm.ku.dk/ledige-stillinger/all-jobs/2020/211-007420-2n-tenure-track-assistant-professor-in-palaeontology/

Associate Professor:
https://snm.ku.dk/ledige-stillinger/all-jobs/2020/211-027820-2e-associate-professor-in-palaeontology/

Application deadline is 1 December 2020.

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British Antarctic Survey busca un nuevo miembro para unirse a su equipo de ecosistemas.

Oferta compartida por Laura 

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. Its skilled science and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through its extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). NERC is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org

We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as to keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe! If you are looking for an opportunity to work with amazing people in amazing places then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. We aim to attract the best people for those jobs.

Purpose

The project aims at understanding the impact of marine microplastic pollution on the ability of the ocean to export carbon from the surface to the deep ocean with a focus on zooplankton-plastic debris interaction. The main purpose of the role is to explore how the characteristics of plastics alter as a function of exposure to the marine environment; the vertical distribution and export of plastic over daily and seasonal timescales, and the role of zooplankton as vectors of plastics through the water column.

Work will encompass marine biogeochemical, biology and microplastic particle analysis and will include two multidisciplinary field campaigns (in the Southern Ocean and Mediterranean Sea), in which the post-holder will be involved in manipulative experiments and shipboard instrumentation and moored platforms deployment.

Qualification

PhD in marine environmental ecology or equivalent experience.

Duties

• Contribute to the preparation and planning of CUPIDO research activities
• Lead and publish high quality peer-reviewed research related to the CUPIDO objectives
• Form and maintain national and international relationships and collaborations for scientific research
• Travel to national and international meetings to present research findings
• Work with novel oceanographic equipment and develop zooplankton, biogeochemical and microplastic laboratory protocols
• Documentation of data set for curation in appropriate data centres (e.g. PDC, BODC)
• Support cruise planning in terms of data collection
• Achieve timely and relevant scientific paper outputs
• Proactively pursue and contribute to future research grant opportunities
• Documente of data set for curation in appropriate data centres (e.g. PDC, BODC)
• Engage with the Arctic and Mediterrenean research community as well as with the general public for outreach

Please quote reference: BAS 20/89

Duration: 2.5 years. Expected start date between 1st March 2021 and 1st April 2021.

Benefits: We offer generous benefits

Interviews are scheduled to be held: 12 January 2021

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, please note there may be delays to our recruitment timeline.

For more details and submtting applications visit https://www.bas.ac.uk/jobs/vacancy/marine-environmental-ecologist/#jobdescription

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Contrato de 3 años para un especialista en modelado dinámico de poblaciones y comunidades.

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW) in Berlin is looking for a quantitative scientist with a proven track record in dynamical modelling of wildlife populations and communities in space and time. Specifically, they are looking for a BioStatistician with strong background in one or several topics such as network theory and analysis, dynamic species interaction models, expertise in the analysis of animal (re-)location data and data integration techniques. The candidate is supposed to support in-house projects with statistical advice and develop an own research agenda. The position also welcomes support in teaching duties.

Prerequisites:

• Completed university degree (PhD or Doctoral degree) in ecological theory or modelling, computational biology or bioinformatics, behavioural ecology, biology, biogeography or similar.
• A demonstrated ability to publish scientific papers and communicate results to a wider public.
• Excellent programming skills preferably in R, or Python and Julia, and other object-oriented languages such as C++, Delphi or Netlogo.
• A strong background in statistical analyses and spatio-temporal modelling; knowledge about Bayesian statistics is an advantage, familiarity and proven ability to use simulation models is a clear strength.
• High motivation and efficiency; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).

The Department of Ecological Dynamics focuses on understanding ecological dynamics in space and time and across gradients of human-altered environments. They use statistical modelling and spatially-explicit dynamic modelling to understand and better forecast wildlife responses to challenges at the population and community level (www.ecological-dynamics-izw.com/). With this aim, they also strongly seek to advance theory and methods. They offer a stimulating international research environment.

The position will start January 1st, 2021 and is initially limited until 31st December, 2023, with a possible option of tenure. Working hours comprise 39 hours per week (100 %) with salary and benefits according to TVöD (Bund). A later start is possible.

As a member of the Leibniz Association, the Leibniz-IZW is an equal opportunity employer, determined to increase the proportion of women in successful scientific careers and particularly encourages women to apply. Preference will be given to disabled applicants with the same qualifications.

The Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (IZW) in Berlin is Germany’s premier wildlife research institute, one of eight research institutes in the Forschungsverbund Berlin e. V., a member of the Leibniz Association and jointly funded by the German federal and state governments. The IZW focuses on the life histories and mechanisms of evolutionary adaptations of mammals and birds, their limits and their conservation in natural and anthropogenically influenced environments. The institute
operates within the fields of evolutionary ecology, ecological dynamics, evolutionary genetics, wildlife diseases, reproduction biology and reproduction management.

For enquiries or further questions please contact Prof Dr Stephanie Kramer-Schadt (Leibniz IZW) Tel.: +49 (0)30 5168-714, email: kramer@izw-berlin.de.

Please upload complete application with a motivation letter, CV and copies of relevant degrees, teaching and research portfolio (incl third-party funded research), list of publications and names and contact details of two referees by November 23rd, 2020 at the latest via the IZW’s (www.izw-berlin.de) online job-application facility (button “Apply online”). Interviews will take place in early December 2020.

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Buscan nuevo director en el Centre of Molecular Biodiversity Research (ZMB) en Bonn

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The Zoological Research Museum Alexander Koenig seeks a Head for the Centre of Molecular Biodiversity Research as a joint appointment of a chair in Molecular Biodiversity Research (W3) of the Museum and the University of Bonn. The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of the Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Department of Biology, and the Zoological Research Museum Alexander Koenig (ZFMK) - Leibniz Institute of Animal Biodiversity are looking for a head of the Centre for Molecular Biodiversity Research (successor to Prof. Bernhard Misof) at the Zoological Research Museum Alexander Koenig(Bonn), jointly appointed as Chair of Molecular Biodiversity Research (W3) by the University of Bonn and ZFMK. The ZFMK is a foundation under public law and member of the Leibniz Association. As an institution, it contributes to the research and conservation of global biodiversity, conducts taxonomic and molecular biodiversity research, documents and analyzes evolutionary and ecological biodiversity change and engages in public communication on biodiversity change and its potential causes. The ZFMK is an internationally renowned research institute for terrestrial and freshwater zoology and houses the Centre for Molecular Biodiversity Research, which is unique in Germany.

The ZFMK is looking for a strategically thinking and integrative scientist with international standing as head of the center who will further develop molecular biodiversity research as a bridge between basic research and applied biodiversity research at an internationally excellent level. Applicants should have leadership experience and must meet the requirements for a professorship (habilitation or habilitation-equivalent performance).

Scientific excellence and expertise should be evident, for example, in the fields of:

• phylogenomics and its algorithms,
• comparative/evolutionary genomics and its method development,
• bioinformatics,
• species-based molecular or computational biodiversity research.

We expect

• applicants to demonstrate successful international networking,
• substantial acquisition of third-party funding,
• and the development of a future strategy of the center including the molecular lab and HPC infrastructure.

It is desirable that applicants are familiar with collection-based science.

Seven working groups with different expertise are cooperating in the Centre for Molecular Biodiversity Research. These range from bioinformatics, method development in phylogenomics and comparative genomics, comparative genomics of vertebrates and insects, evolutionary genomics, to molecular laboratory method development. In addition, the center operates the central molecular laboratory and the HPC cluster of the ZFMK. The center is well connected and enjoys an excellent international reputation (https://www.zfmk.de/en/zmb). The new head of the center will have the opportunity to carry out research in an outstanding research environment, and cooperate with a young, dynamic and motivated team.

The University of Bonn, as one of the few Excellence Universities in Germany, offers an outstanding intellectual research environment. The Department of Biology at the University of Bonn and especially the Department of Zoology cooperate intensively with the ZFMK. The common research focus lies on the interaction between environment, phenotype and genome as a basis for an understanding of evolutionary as well as ecological biodiversity change. The W3 Professorship Molecular Biodiversity Research will be integrated in the Institute of Evolutionary Biology and Ecology; the professorship will be filled for an unlimited period of time; the appointment will be based on the leave of absence model ("Jülich model"). The reduced teaching commitment of 2 SWS should be provided in the international Master's programme OEP Biology. The membership status of a professor can be granted. Further information can be found at www.biologie.uni-bonn.de and www.oep-bio.uni-bonn.de. The working place will be the ZFMK. The requirements for employment are based on the standards for filling scientific leadership positions in the Leibniz Association and on § 36 of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia. The Leibniz Association and the University of Bonn are committed to diversity and equal opportunities. The University of Bonn is certified as a family-friendly university and has a dual career service. The ZFMK is also certified as a family-friendly institute and cooperates with the Dual Career Network of the Science Campus Bonn. The aim is to increase the proportion of women in areas in which women are underrepresented and to particularly promote their careers. Therefore, women with relevant qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications are treated in accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act. The application of suitable candidates with proven severe disabilities and persons of equal status is particularly welcome. Applications in English with the usual documents (CV, list of publications, teaching experience, details of third-party funding, copies of university certificates and diplomas) and a concept for the development of the Centre for Molecular Biodiversity Research and for the cooperation with the university are requested in electronic form by 6th of December 2020 to the Chair of the Division of Biology, Endenicher Allee 11 - 13, 53115 Bonn, Germany (e-mail: biologie@uni-bonn.de).

The call for proposals is available on the university website: https://www.uni-bonn.de/die-universitaet/stellenangebote/professuren.

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