PhD position at the Research Institute for Limnology (ILIM) in Mondsee, University of Innsbruck, Austria: We are offering a PhD position in an FWF START project on eco-evolutionary dynamics and admixture at ILIM in Mondsee which is part of the University of Innsbruck. We investigate secondary contact in the context of global change in important aquatic grazers (Daphnia spp.) and study the consequences of admixture on eco-evolutionary dynamics on the species, communities and ecosystem level. The position is planned for 42 months with a possible extension up to a total of 48 months. ***Your project*** The goal of this PhD project is to characterize phenotypic differences among parental species and their hybrids in the Daphnia longispina species complex and to experimentally test the ecological consequences of phenotypic admixture variation in mesocosms. The lab maintains a large collection of unadmixed and admixed isofemale Daphnia lines for which whole-genome data is available and which can be used for experimental work to investigate eco-evolutionary dynamics and potential feedback loops. The lab and the University's Research Institute for Limnology (ILIM) in Mondsee are well-equipped to support life history, aquaria and mesocosm experiments. ***Your skills*** We are seeking a candidate with a pronounced interest in research and limnology. Good problem-solving skills, a high degree of self-motivation, independence and the ability to work in a team are essential. Prior experience in any of the following areas will be of advantage but is not strictly required: (i) phenotyping, life-history and/or mesocosm experiments (design, experimentation), (ii) statistical analysis and coding (e.g. R, Python, bash), (iii) genetic data analysis. The work within our international team and with international collaborators requires proficiency in English. ***What the position offers*** The annual gross salary is ~49.320,00 EURO. The contract includes health insurance and 5 weeks of holidays per year. Furthermore, the university has additional attractive offers: https://www.uibk.ac.at/universitaet/zusatzleistungen/index.html.en We aim to ensure an excellent working environment in which everyone can contribute their experience, ideas and ways of thinking and we offer and support professional training. Moreover, we strive for cultural and gender equity, diversity, and inclusion for anyone to be involved in this project. Candidates with a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas will be welcomed and are encouraged to apply. For more information on the position, the project, the group, or the University, please do not hesitate to contact Markus.Moest@uibk.ac.at. ***How to apply*** We are looking forward to receiving your application and we will start reviewing applications on a rolling basis from April 30th. Please send a single pdf file including a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, a list of publications (if any) and contact details of two references to Markus.Moest@uibk.ac.at. Applications should be written in English. MÖST Markus, PhD University of Innsbruck Technikerstrasse 25 (Room 517) A-6020 Innsbruck Tel: +43 (0)512 507-51771 Fax: +43 (0)512 507-51799 E-mail: mailto:Markus.Moest@uibk.ac.at "Möst, Markus Hartmann" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)