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*Postdoctoral position in human evolutionary genomics / paleogenomics /
statistical genetics (Paris, France)*

We invite applications for a *33-month postdoctoral position* in human
evolutionary genomics, paleogenomics and statistical genetics, funded
by the Foundation for Medical Research until January 2029. The position
will start *1 May 2026* (flexible).

The postdoc will investigate the *evolutionary history and selection of
genetic variants associated with complex human diseases*, integrating
*ancient genomes*, *GWAS summary statistics*, and *genealogical
approaches*, including *ancestral recombination graphs (ARGs)*.

*Research activities*

   - Evaluate, apply, and extend methods for reconstructing genealogies and
   ARGs using modern and ancient genomes
   - Analyze GWAS data to study disease-associated variants in an
   evolutionary framework
   - Develop analytical models and simulations to characterize selective
   regimes, including polygenic selection
   - Contribute actively to manuscript preparation and conference
   presentations

*Required profile*

   - PhD (obtained or near completion) in evolutionary genomics, statistical
   genetics, bioinformatics, or a related field
   - Strong background in population/statistical genetics and large-scale
   genomic data analysis
   - Experience with computational genomics and scientific programming
   - Excellent written and spoken English
   - At least one first-author publication (published or in press)
   - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international
   research environment

*Environment*
The position is based at the *Jacques Monod Institute (IJM)**, located in
the heart of Paris, in a dynamic, international research environment with
computing infrastructure adapted for large-scale genomic analyses. The
postdoctoral researcher will be supervised by Dr. Stéphane Peyrégne,
head of the paleogenomics team at the IJM. This recently created team
studies ancient genomes to better understand human evolution and its
**relevance** for biology and health.*

*Remuneration and benefits*
Salary starts from approximately * euro **2**,**500 per **month*
after taxation, depending on experience, according to
French public research scales. Health insurance costs for
the candidate and their family are included in the taxation
(https://www.cleiss.fr/docs/regimes/regime_france/an_1.html ).
Foreign nationalities can benefit from government support for housing
and children's education depending on their income. French school fees
are free or low.

*Applications*
Informal inquiries are welcome and can be addressed to
Stéphane Peyrégne (stephanepeyregne@gmail.com). Full
applications should be submitted via the CNRS portal:
https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR7592-ZOUZAD-010/Default.aspx?lang=EN

Applicants will first register and upload a CV, then submit a brief
statement of research interests. Please include contact information
for 2-3 referees. Review of applications will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled.

Stéphane Peyrégne <stephane.peyregne@gmail.com>

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