********************GradStudentPositions******************** Princeton's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology is pleased to offer our 9th annual EEB Scholars Programin September 2026. The EEB Scholars program aims to give students seeking an academic path in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology the tools they need to confidently and successfully apply to graduate school programs. Successful applicants will be invited to Princeton's campus to attend workshops on the graduate school application and interview process; meet with faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers; gain practical experience by participating in mock interviews; and present a poster on their prior and ongoing research. Applications forEEB Scholars 2026are now open until May 15th! The program is open to all prospective graduate students, including rising juniors and seniors, as well as international applicants. All travel and lodging costs will be covered. Please see https://eeb.princeton.edu/graduate/eeb-scholars-programand the attached flyer for more information and details on how to apply, and direct any questions to eeb.scholars@princeton.edu. Sincerely, Princeton EEB Scholars Team EEB Scholars (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************GradStudentPositions******************** The CRC 1537 - ECOSENSE invites applications for a doctoral researcher (m/f/d) position at the Chair of Forest Genetics Doctoral position (m/f/d) on Molecular stress response of trees and their microbiome Application deadline: 20. April 2026 Start of the position: 1. Juli 2026 Arbeitsumfang: Part-time position (75 %) In ECOSENSE we explore new ways to quantify ecosystem processes and stress impact of climate change by developing novel sensor principles and measurement methods (https://uni-freiburg.de/ecosense/). We established a comprehensive infrastructure and sensor network in a nearby forest including three canopy access towers. For our second phase starting this July we are seeking 15 doctoral from environmental and engineering sciences. ECOSENSE offers highly interdisciplinary research and training in a cooperative and vivid working environment. In Subproject B4, we will investigate gene expression of trees and their leaf microbiomes in the ECOSENSE Forest to identify stress-responsive plant genes and microbial shifts. Coupled with ECOSENSE's high-resolution sensor network, expression patterns will be interpreted in the context of the microenvironment and linked to ecophysiology. In addition, we will investigate gene expression of trees in controlled climate chamber and Ecotrone experiments to address herbivore response and tree-to-tree signaling. A close collaboration with the Technical Faculty is planned to establish a microfluidic system for on-site qPCR reactions (Dr. Jacob Hess, IMTEK). The project will be jointly supervised by Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer and Dr. Cristina Zamora (University of Valladolid). Your Task: In ECOSENSE, you will collect tissue samples for RNA extraction from trees in the ECOSENSE forest across strata, and also from the experiments, you will optimize RNA extraction protocols with our partner group led by Dr. Jacob Hess, you will carry out qPCR experiments, and analyze the RNAseq data as well as the qPCR data using Unix systems and R. You will also present and discuss your results in our working group seminar, and also at (inter)national conferences. Finally, you will publish the results in collaboration with other collaborators in ECOSENSE. Your qualifications and contributions to ECOSENSE: You hold a Master's degree in Forest Sciences, Biology, Environmental Sciences or related fields Experience in gene expression analysis in plants or more generally, in plant genomics Good skills in laboratory work (RNA or DNA extractions, qPCR analysis) and statistical analysis Experience with field work and the ability to work under demanding field conditions (work at height at the canopy access towers) Experience in bioinformatic analysis and forest ecology or willingness to learn about both Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team Excellent English skills Great enthusiasm for working in a large interdisciplinary project and interest in collaborative research You hold a driver´s license valid in Germany. What we offer: An exciting interdisciplinary topic with a high socio-ecological impact A salary according to TV-L E13 (75%) Contracts will initially run for three years with an option of extension until the end of the CRC's second phase, which will be June 2030. odern laboratory equipment and a highly qualified, multicultural team, which will cooperate with you and support you along your professional growth. The work on your dissertation will be strengthened by the CRC's own integrated Research Training Group (RTG) providing a tailored qualification program for all our doctoral candidates. Within this RTG all early career researchers will form a tight group of scientists being connected across the borders of disciplines fostering a constant and mutual exchange. The funding of the here advertised position is still subject to the DFG's final approval for a second phase by midst of May 2026. Please upload all documents (letter of application, CV, credentials) under the submission portal of the University of Freiburg. The deadline for applications is April, 20th 2026. For any questions regarding the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer. The position is initially a 3-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension until June 30, 2030. The salary will be determined in accordance with 13 TV-L. We will be particularly pleased to receive applications from women for the position advertised here. Application Please send your application including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004910, by 20. April 2026 at the latest. Please upload your application document to the application portal of the University of Freiburg: https://uni-freiburg.de/stellenangebot/00004910/ For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer on the phone number +49 761 203-3647 or E-Mail katrin.heer@forgen.uni-freiburg.de. Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer Forest Genetics Eva Mayr-Stihl Stiftungsprofessur für Forstgenetik Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg Fakultät für Umwelt und Natürliche Ressourcen Bertoldstraße 17, 79098 Freiburg i. Br., Germany Phone: +49 761 203 3647 www.forestgenetics.uni-freiburg.de Katrin Heer (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** The Department of Marineand Environmental Sciences at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts invites applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track teaching faculty position with an anticipated start date of September 2026. The faculty member will teach courses that serve both our BS and MS degrees in Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, and MarineBiology as well as students from other programs (e.g., Biology) interested in Marineand Environmental Sciences.We seek broadly trained candidates with expertise in marinebiology, ecology, evolutionary biology, experimental design, and data analysis. https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campu= s/Assistant-Associate-Teaching-Professor--Marine-Biology_R138883 Application review will begin on March 31, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to the chair of the searchcommittee, Associate Professor Katie Lotterhos, k.lotterhos@northeastern.edu "Lotterhos, Katie" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** Research Assistant / Lab Manager – Molecular Ecology & Genomics (Flagstaff, AZ) The Walker Lab in the School of Forestry and the Pathogen and Microbiome Institute (PMI) at Northern Arizona University is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support and help manage molecular research in vertebrate genetics. The position centers on the Species from Feces (SFF) program (https://nau.edu/sff/), which uses DNA metabarcoding to detect bats and other wildlife species—and their diets—from fecal and airborne environmental DNA. This role is ideal for an MS‑level scientist or experienced post‑baccalaureate interested in a laboratory management-oriented position with substantial hands‑on molecular work. The Research Assistant will take primary responsibility for standardized laboratory workflows including DNA extraction from diverse sample types (feces, air, soil, water), PCR/qPCR, and Illumina library preparation for DNA metabarcoding. Additional responsibilities include maintaining laboratory organization and documentation, assisting with SOP development, mentoring undergraduate researchers, coordinating sequencing runs, and contributing to client reports and peer‑reviewed manuscripts. The position offers meaningful intellectual and technical engagement in applied molecular ecology, conservation genomics, and wildlife surveillance, with opportunities for co‑authorship and professional skill development in a collaborative BSL‑2 research environment. A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree in Biology or a related field is preferred, particularly for candidates interested in longer‑term lab management, mentoring, and project coordination. Location: Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ (on‑site) Salary: $51,085–$58,066, commensurate with experience Start date: June 1, 2026 Application deadline: April 20, 2026 Apply via NAU HR: Research Assistant - Flagstaff, Arizona, United States Contact: Dr. Faith M. Walker Associate Research Professor Northern Arizona University Faith.Walker@nau.edu https://nau.edu/batdna/ Faith M. Walker Lab Faith Marguerite Walker (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** The department of Agricultural Biology at Colorado State University is looking for full time instructor faculty in the areas of entomology and/or plant pathology, weed science. Apply here: https://csusystem.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fortcollins_careers/details/Instructor-or-Senior-Instructor--CCAF-_R2026102088 Marek Borowiec Marek Borowiec (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Are you a motivated and creative evolutionary biologist with a passion for plant-genome analysis? We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Biosciences for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join Dr Luke Dunning's research group. This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in a pioneering, interdisciplinary project aimed at determining the frequency of horizontal gene transfer (HGT) across flowering plants. In this role, you will lead bioinformatic and phylogenomic analyses of over 400 flowering plant genomes from the Darwin Tree of Life initiative and use phylogenomic pipelines to quantify the frequency and diversity of HGT across angiosperms. You will collaborate closely with partners across the Universities of Sheffield, Edinburgh and Oxford to ensure effective data sharing, analysis coordination, and synthesis of results contributing to publications, presentations, and project reporting, and work collaboratively with PhD students, research technicians. Apply here https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DQZ547/research-associate-plant-phylogenomics Deadline = 23rd April Applicants must have or be close to completion of a PhD (or equivalent postdoctoral level work experience) in a relevant area along with a proven track record of research in an appropriate area of biology. Expertise in developing bioinformatic pipelines and experience of phylogenomic analysis are also essential. You will be able to work independently, manage your time effectively, and communicate clearly within a multidisciplinary team. Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset are also essential. At the University of Sheffield, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a competitive annual leave entitlement, flexible working opportunities, a generous pension scheme, and a commitment to your professional development and wellbeing. Find out more at sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits and join us to become part of something special. We build teams of people from diverse heritages and lifestyles whose talents and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching, and student experience. *Dr Luke T. Dunning* Senior Lecturer Ecology and Evolutionary Biology School of Biosciences University of Sheffield @LukeTDunning https://dunning-lab.sites.sheffield.ac.uk/ Luke Dunning (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Dear colleagues, This message advertises a call for a 4-year postdoc position in the INRAE/UPPA research group ECOBIOP, as part of the MSCA-funded REACH-UPPA postdoctoral programme, described here: https://www.univ-pau.fr/reach-uppa (eligibility criteria, application procedure, fellowship conditions). Applicants are expected to propose their own research project, in line with both their own competences and the research programme developed in the ECOBIOP research group (https://aquapole.bordeaux-aquitaine.hub.inrae.fr/). However, members of the research group cannot be involved in the construction of the applicant's project. Roughly, the research project is expected to deal with interacting mechanisms of adaptation of fish populations to intertwined climate-driven challenges: https://recherche.univ-pau.fr/en/expertise/european-projects/reach-uppa-msca-cofund/research-areas/interacting-mechanisms-of-adaptation-to-intertwined-climate-driven-challenges-2.html Best regards, Cédric Tentelier Cedric Tentelier (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Cichlid Science Meeting 2026 University of Antwerp, Belgium 2-4 September 2026 https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/conferences/cichlid-science-2026/ Dear colleagues, We are thrilled to share that registration and abstract submission for Cichlid Science 2026 are now open. The meeting will take place 2-4 September 2026 at the University of Antwerp, Belgium, and will bring together researchers from around the world to share and discuss the latest advances in cichlid fish research, from evolution, ecology, and behaviour to genomics, conservation, and beyond. We warmly invite researchers at all career stages to submit an abstract for an oral presentation or poster. Key Dates: * Abstract submission and early bird registration deadline: 31 May 2026 * Regular registration deadline: 31 July 2026 Confirmed Invited Speakers: * Dr. Pooja Singh, Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Bern, Switzerland * Dr. Alex Jordan, Behavioural Evolution Lab, Max Planck Institute of Animal Behaviour, Konstanz, Germany * Dr. Andr�s Bendesky, Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute, Columbia University, New York, USA Travel grant: Travel grant funding is being finalised. Please see our webpage or contact us (CichlidScience2026@uantwerpen.be) for more information. If you may be eligible, we encourage you to express your interest now. Feel free to forward this to anyone you think could be interested. We look forward to welcoming you to Antwerp! Best wishes, Cichlid Science 2026 local Organising Committee Hannes Svardal Jens Boyens Julia Camacho Joey Cabasan Alex Hooft Cichlid Science 2026 (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** The 27th annual Bioinformatics Open Source Conference (BOSC 2026) arrives in Washington, DC, this July 14-15 as a COSI track of ISMB 2026. This year's program features visionary keynotes from Dr. Maryam Zaringhalam (Center for Open Science) and Dr. Eric Green (Illumina), alongside two panels on "Policies and Strategies for Resilient Open Science" and "Open Source in the Age of AI." From cutting-edge talks to the post-conference CollaborationFest (July 17-18), BOSC remains the essential gathering for those driving the future of open science and reproducible research. Help shape the global conversation by submitting your abstracts for talks and posters across topics such as data science, workflows, open AI/ML, translational bioinformatics, and outreach & training. The deadline for talk consideration is April 9, and no extensions will be granted. We are committed to an accessible community; if registration costs are a barrier, fee assistance is available (to those who qualify) to ensure all voices can participate. Don't miss your chance to contribute to the Open Source ecosystem. Scientists at all career levels are welcome! Submit your work and join us in DC this summer! Sincerely, The BOSC 2026 Organizing Committee - Nomi Harris, Karsten Hokamp, Jessica Maia, Hervé Ménager, Mónica Muñoz Torres, Van Truong, Deepak Unni, and Jason Williams. Learn more about BOSC 2026 at: https://www.open-bio.org/events/bosc-2026 Submit your abstract at https://www.open-bio.org/events/bosc-2026/submit With immense gratitude to our Gold Sponsors: The NIH Office of Data Science Strategy (ODSS) (https://datascience.nih.gov) and Seqera (https://seqera.io ). Join the Open Science conversation on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14344023/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bosc.bsky.social Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/obf-bosc/shared_invite/zt-n5ur1gsj-z2C~69_4lYTFPg5tbWA8Ew Monica Munoz Torres (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)