********************Jobs******************** We have a tenure-track-position (leading to Associate Professorship, so-called "Laufbahnstelle" according to �99(5) UG) available at the Institute of Botany, BOKU University in Vienna, with a focus on Evolutionary Ecology and Population Biology of Plants. For details see here: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/424170 Christine Sheppard (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Post-doctoral position at IISER Thiruvanathapuram, Kerala, India A postdoctoral position in Evolutionary Ecology is available at IISER Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, in the Vanasiri Evolutionary Ecology Group of Ullasa Kodandaramaiah (www.vanasiri.in) DEADLINE: Screening of applications will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found SALARY: Rs. 60,000 per month (including Housing Rent Allowance) RESEARCH TOPIC(S): Our research group works on various questions, with evolution being the common theme across all projects. We have used multiple model organisms, including insects, plants and reptiles. However, butterflies are the main model system in the lab. We use a combination of lab experiments, field experiments and phylogenetic comparative analyses in our work. We are keen to use chemical ecological data for some questions. More information about our research can be found here www.vanasiri.in/research. I prefer candidates who will work on projects in one of the themes mentioned below. However, I am also open to candidates who want to address other kinds of questions in evolutionary ecology, as long as the project fits in with the broad interests of the lab, and is feasible. Please look at our lab publications over the last few years (www.vanasiri.in/papers) for an idea of what kinds of projects interest us. Preferred areas 1) Life history trait evolution 2) Adaptive phenotypic plasticity 3) Evolution of anti-predatory strategies 4) Insect-plant coevolution Interested candidates can write to me (ullasa@iisertvm.ac.in) with your CV to discuss how you could fit in, and for details of the formal application procedure. WHY IISER THIRUVANANTHAPURAM?: The IISER Thiruvananthapuram campus is arguably the most beautiful campus of its kind in India, and one of the best places for ecological studies (www.iisertvm.ac.in/pages/campus; http://icreee.org/#facilities) in the country. We are part of the Western Ghats mountains and the hyper-biodiverse Agasthyamalai Biosphere reserve. Our campus has patches of forest, and is contiguous with protected areas. IISER Thiruvananthapuram has plenty of motivated undergraduates who intern in research labs during the summer/winter breaks, as well as during the teaching semester as semester interns. We also have masters students in our lab every year. DURATION: The initial contract will be for 1 year, but can be extended. The selected candidate is expected to join as soon as possible. LIFE ON CAMPUS AND IN THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Thiruvananthapuram is about 40 km from the campus, and many staff/faculty members commute from the there on a daily basis. Thiruvananthapuram is a coastal city and the capital of Kerala, with a rich cultural heritage. It is within a stone's throw away from world famous beaches such as Kovalam and Varkala, and stunning backwater tourism areas such as Poovar. Being a major medical tourism destination, the city has excellent medical care facilities. Thiruvananthapuram is a relatively small city, and the cost of living tends to be considerably lower than in other Indian cities. A 2-bedroom apartment can be rented for Rs 10,000 to 15,000 per month. There are plenty of options for dining out - a meal at a decent local restaurant can start from Rs 100, but one can dine even in five-star hotels for less than Rs 3000. Costs for groceries and other daily needs can be looked up here: www.bigbasket.com. Taxis can be hired at ca. Rs 18 per km (with a minimum fare of ca. Rs 200). Fuel (petrol/diesel) costs about Rs 96-105/litre. Limited accommodation is also available in Vithura, where the IISER Thiruvananthapuram campus is located. Vithura is a small town set in at the foothills of the Western Ghats. Hill stations (e.g Ponmudi) and wildlife sanctuaries are close by. Lab Website - /Vanasiri/ Ullasa Kodandaramaiah Professor Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram Maruthamala P.O., Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala, India. 695 551. Ullasa Kodandaramaiah (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Overview: The Oliverio Lab at Syracuse University is seeking a creative postdoctoral researcher to lead research on experimental evolution and strain diversity in synthetic microbiomes. We sit at the interface of microbial ecology, evolutionary biology, and systems biology, and we use an integrated toolkit including metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, metabolomics, enrichment culturing, and synthetic community experiments to understand how microbial communities assemble, adapt, and function. Our lab uses sourdough starter microbiomes as tractable models for studying microbial evolution and intra-species diversity. The postdoc will design and execute ecological and evolution experiments in defined microbial consortia, characterize strain-level genomic and functional variation across community members, and connect evolutionary change and strain diversity to emergent community phenotypes. There is also opportunity to integrate computational experiments (for example, with genome-scale metabolic modeling). This postdoctoral position is fully funded for up to three years with an initial 12-month appointment subject to renewal. Specific research goals will be developed in collaboration with the principal investigator, with extensive opportunity for scientific independence and to pursue research areas and projects that are aligned with the interests and expertise of the postdoc. Qualifications:    Ph.D. in Microbiology, Evolutionary Biology, or a related field, conferred by the time of appointment. Track record of research demonstrated through publications and/or other significant research accomplishments. Job Specific Qualifications:   Experience designing or executing experimental evolution or microbiome experiments. Proficiency in bioinformatics approaches for multi-omics data. Familiarity with genome-scale metabolic modeling or related computational approaches. Familiarity with microbial culturing and microbiome experiments. Strong quantitative skillset and desire to work across wet lab and computational approaches. Excellent written and oral communication, organized, and detail oriented. Enthusiasm for developing new research directions and working in a collaborative and intellectual environment. Responsibilities:  Design research projects, execute experiments, and analyze data related to microbial ecology, evolution, and systems biology. Write manuscripts, conference abstracts, and fellowship proposals (as relevant). Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the lab. Attend conferences, workshops, and other relevant professional development opportunities. To view full job ad: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112723 Lab website: https://oliveriolab.org/ Angela M Oliverio (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear colleagues, The Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies (IMEDEA, CSIC-UIB) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the MAllorca Science School 2026. The school is aimed at PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and advanced Master's students. Its goal is to provide early-career researchers with the knowledge and practical research skills needed to address major environmental challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and the sustainable management of natural resources in emblematic ecosystems. The school will take place in Mallorca (Balearic Islands, Spain) from October 4 to 10, 2026. Applications will be accepted until May 30, 2026. Information about the programme and the application process is available through the IMEDEA's website: https://imedea.uib-csic.es/en/research/mallorca-science-school/ The school is partially funded by the Spanish State Research Agency (ref. CEX2021-001198, MICIU-AEI). We would greatly appreciate your help in disseminating this announcement. A poster is also available for download. For further information, please contact: sdo@imedea.uib-csic.es Kind regards, Strategic Development Office / Oficina de Desarrollo Estratégico Instituto Mediterráneo de Estudios Avanzados / CSIC-UIB C/Miquel Marqués 21, 07190, Esporles, Balearic Islands, Spain Phone +34 971 611 427 https://imedea.uib-csic.es/ Strategic Development Office