Postdoc (m/f/d) at the State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart (SMNS, www.naturkundemuseum-bw.de) At the earliest possible date, we want to hire a Postdoc (m/f/d; 100 %, limited until 30 September 2026) with a research focus on molecular biogeography, conservation genetics, analysis of faunal change, evolutionary morphology or ecology. Special emphasis will be given to innovative questions that can be answered, for example, using molecular methods. The Postdoc can collaborate in ongoing SMNS projects (see below) or contribute his/her own research projects. These must allow a close taxonomic and methodological link to existing programmes in the Department of Zoology (https://www.naturkundemuseum-bw.de/en/research/zoology). Collaboration is possible on the following projects for which data already exist: Conservation genetics of freshwater mussels and groundwater snails using NGS data; Feeding ecology and admixture of Malagasy rainforest birds using metabarcoding from faecal samples and stable isotope analysis of feathers, Evolutionary morphology of the genitalia or olfactory system of amphibians (Gymnophiona) using µCT analyses; Morphological and genetic evidence of hybridisation in two Foudia species (weaver birds) at a Madagascan rainforest edge Requirements: Completeddoctorate in biology or a related subject; knowledge and experience in at least one of the research areas biogeography, ecologyor conservation/population genetics proven through publications; excellentcommand of written and spoken English; basic knowledge of German is a plus. In addition, one or more of the following skills are desirable: Molecular genetic/genomic methods incl. bioinformatic analysis in the field of biogeographical or ecological research(e.g. metabarcoding); statistical analyses, e.g. of genetic and/or ecological data; stable isotope analysis Your task: Publication of research results in renowned scientific journals What we offer: Full-time position, remunerated according to TV-L E 13 German salary scheme (limited until 30 September 2026); basic research funding and support for conference travel; cooperation and integration into already established research projects; attractive workplace in the centre of Stuttgart in an internationally renowned research museum; links to the research projects of the University of Hohenheim (e.g. KomBioTa); research in an international and multidisciplinary environment; well-equipped molecular laboratories; support in acquiring German language skills if necessary; monthly public transport allowance of 25 euro (JobTicket BW) Please send your electronic application - in a single PDF file, max. 10 MB - with cover letter/resume with a description of your motivation, names/addresses of three references, copies of relevant certificates, list of publications, list of acquired third-party funding, outlook (max. one page) for a specific project at the museum within the above-mentioned research programmes. We accept applications in German and English. Please send your application to postdoc-zoologie@smns-bw.de by 30/06/2025 at the latest. Interviews are scheduled for 11/07/2025. For further information, please contact PD Dr Stefan Merker (Tel.: +49-711/8936-246, Email: stefan.merker@smns-bw.de). You can also contact other scientists of theDepartment of Zoology directly. The SMNS promotes equal opportunities for its employees and therefore welcomes applications from all people regardless of gender, cultural and social background, age, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. We are particularly committed to promoting equality between women and men and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if equally qualified. A pdf of this advertisement and more information for applicants, e.g. on data protection, can be found on our homepage under 'Jobs'. PD Dr. Stefan Merker Abteilungsleitung Zoologie | Kurator für Mammalogie, Head of the Department of Zoology | Curator of Mammalogy Naturkundemuseum Stuttgart | Natural History Museum Stuttgart Rosenstein 1, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany +49 711 8936-246 stefan.merker@smns-bw.de www.naturkundemuseum-bw.de "Merker, Stefan" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)