********************Jobs******************** Dear all, please find this new job opportunity at Senckenberg Wilhelmshaven, Germany: Researcher (m/f/d) for Marine Benthic Ecology and Spatial Modelling (CONMAR-Habitat) (full time / part-time options available) Location: Wilhelmshaven Employment scope: Full-time (40 hours per week) / part-time options available Type of contract: The contract shall ideally start in June 2026 and is limited for the project duration until 30. November 2027. Remuneration: Collective agreement of the state Hesse, TV-H E 13 Senckenberg - Leibniz Institution for Biodiversity and Earth System Research (SGN), headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, is seeking to fill the following position at its institute Senckenberg am Meer in Wihelmshaven, starting as of June 2026: Senckenberg is one of the world's leading research institutions in the field of Biodiversity and Earth System Research, with eight research institutes and three natural history museums across Germany and scientists from over 40 nations. Our headquarter is located in the thriving commercial metropolis of Frankfurt in the heart of Germany, which also hosts one of our most famous facilities, the Senckenberg Natural History Museum. Named for its location bordering the North Sea, our northernmost institute "Senckenberg am Meer" in Wilhelmshaven cooperates with major marine research institutions and universities. The area around Wilhelmshaven is well-known for its unspoilt nature and general recreational value. For the project CONMAR-Habitat "Spatio-temporal variability of benthic communities and environmental parameters in munition sink areas and reference sites in the North and Baltic Sea", embedded in the "Deutsche Allianz Meeresforschung (DAM)" joint research project "CONcepts for conventional MArine Munition Remediation in the German North and Baltic Sea (CONMAR)" applications are welcome. Your tasks - Active participation in several research cruises per year (approx. two weeks each) in the North and Baltic Sea - Taxonomic identification and quantitative analysis of marine benthic infauna and epifauna communities - Multivariate statistical analysis of community and environmental datasets - Spatial analysis and georeferencing of ecological data using GIS - Development and implementation of species distribution models - Preparation of project reports and publication of results in peer- reviewed scientific journals - Contribution to interdisciplinary collaboration within the CONMAR consortium Your profile - PhD in Benthic Ecology, or in Marine Biology, or a related natural science discipline - or a Master degree with demonstrated expertise in points 1-4 of the tasks - Experience in Taxonomy of North Sea Infauna and Epifauna - Strong background in multivariate statistical analyses (e.g. R or comparable software) - Proven experience in GIS-based spatial analyses - Experience in species distribution modelling - Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications - Experience in ship-based sampling campaigns - Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in interdisciplinary research teams - Excellent command of written and spoken English We offer - access to an international network of scientists, policymakers and research organizations - an attractive job within the inspired and dynamic working environment of an internationally recognized research institution - flexible working hours - mobile working options - employee ID card with free admission to Senckenberg museums - annual special payment - collectively agreed vacation entitlement - company pension plan Senckenberg is committed to diversity. We benefit from the different expertise, perspectives and personalities of our staff and welcome every application from qualified candidates, irrespective of age, gender, ethnic or cultural origin, religion and ideology, sexual orientation and identity or disability. Applicants with a severe disability will be given special consideration in case of equal suitability. Senckenberg actively supports the compatibility of work and family and places great emphasis on an equal and inclusive work culture. How to apply? Please upload your application (letter of motivation with a short description of your previous and current research foci, a CV, certificates of academic achievements, list of publications as well as letter(s) of recommendation, if available) as a single PDF on our website by 16. April 2026. https://senckenberg.career.softgarden.de/jobs/63579654/Researcher-m-f-d-for-Marine-Benthic-Ecology-and-Spatial-Modelling-CONMAR-Habitat- Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung Senckenberganlage 25 60325 Frankfurt a.M. E-Mail: recruiting@senckenberg.de If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact Prof. Dr. Ingrid Kröncke at ingrid.kroencke@senckenberg.de. For data protection information on the processing of personal data as part of the application and selection process, please refer to the privacy policy on our website at https://www.senckenberg.de/en/imprint/ Please visit our website at www.senckenberg.de for further information about the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung. Mit freundlichen Grüßen / Yours sincerely Isabel Gajèeviæ, M.A. Referentin Recruiting/HR Department & Personalmarketing E-Mail: recruiting@senckenberg.de Telefon/Phone: 0049 (0)69 / 7542 - Recruiting/HR Department & Personalmarketing - 1564 di Biase, Maria - 1478 Gajcevic, Isabel - 1309 Heinrichsohn, Sabine - 1566 John, Alexandra Fax: 0049 (0)69 / 7542-1445 Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung Rechtsfähiger Verein gemäß § 22 BGB Mitglied der Leibniz-Gemeinschaft Direktorium/Impressum Vernetzen Sie sich mit uns:www.senckenberg.de/socialmedia "recruiting@senckenberg.de" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Other******************** ESEB EO Initiative Fund - Annual Call for Applications ***Next deadline: Monday, June 1st, 2026*** The ESEB Equal Opportunities Committee invites proposals for activities that increase awareness of inequalities and improve representation and equal opportunities within evolutionary biology. This call supports initiatives directly related to the field, including activities that benefit researchers, students, or communities engaged with evolutionary biology. Proposals must clearly demonstrate how the activity will improve knowledge, awareness, representation, or equal opportunities within ESEB or the broader evolutionary biology community. Further information and details on the application procedure are available at the ESEB Equal Opportunities Initiative Fund website: https://eseb.org/prizes-funding/equal-opportunities-initiative/equal-opportunities-initiative-fund/ European Society for Evolutionary Biology Website: eseb.org ESEB Office - office@eseb.org ESEB Office (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Going feral: the evolutionary ecology of reverse domestication in an iconic fish species. We are looking for an ambitious and competent post-doctoral fellow to work on the evolutionary ecology of feralisation and farm-wild interactions in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar). The position is funded for 2 years as part of the Marine Institute Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme. The Fellow will join the joint research groups of Dr Tom Reed and Prof. Philip McGinnity at University College Cork and be embedded within a wider team of fish biologists and geneticists. This exciting research project aims to tackle a series of fundamental questions concerning the genomic and epigenetic basis of "reverse domestication" processes, which occur when farmed salmon escape and establish potentially self-sustaining or admixed populations in the wild. The topic is also highly relevant to applied conservation issues pertaining to aquaculture escapes and fisheries management. We are looking for someone with a background in, and passion for, molecular ecology/conservation genetics, with strong bioinformatics/quantitative skills (e.g., the analysis of NGS data). The work will involve the analysis of archival biological material from past experiments and ongoing observational studies in the wild. The fellow will work at the University of Cork, one of Ireland's largest and most successful universities. The research will be conducted in the School of BEES which consists of 30+ faculty, ca. 20 postdocs and 50 PhD students across Zoology, Ecology, Plant Sciences and Geology. Cork is situated on the south coast of Ireland, 2.5 hours from Dublin, is served by an international airport, has a population of about 200,000, and is on the doorstep of some of the most beautiful coastline in Europe. Informal enquiries to: treed@ucc.ie To apply formally for the position: Go to this website: http://ore.ucc.ie/ Search by reference number: 095413 Thomas Reed (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** The group of Professor Daniel J. Jackson in the Department of Geobiology at the University of Göttingen (Germany) is offering the following position: Full time Post-doctoral position (100% TV-L 13) The application deadline is 6 April, 2026. The position is a fixed term position available for 3 years (starting June 2026). The molecular mechanisms by which metazoans construct biomineralised structures are of great interest to a variety of scientific disciplines (evolution, materials science, cellular biology, development), however little is known about the details of these processes. A postdoctoral position is available within the research group of Professor Daniel J. Jackson to identify and characterise the molecular mechanisms that fabricate these structures, pigment and pattern them. We primarily use the molluscan model system Lymnaea stagnalis to investigate the process of shell formation, and are actively developing methods to better understand the functional genetics and evolution of this process. This position requires an individual with strong molecular biology skills and familiarity with the analysis of large computational datasets such as transcriptomes and whole genomes. Lab skills (such as RNA extraction, cloning and in situ hybridization) and bioinformatic skills (for example the ability to write Perl, Python, R and shell scripts, to install and use command line programs and use high performance computing clusters) are highly desirable. Familiarity with maintaining (and repairing) aquarium systems and working with live aquatic animals is also highly desirable. Familiarity with the maintenance and operation of liquid handling robots would be an advantage. The applicant will also have the opportunity to teach undergraduate and Masters level courses within the framework of a degree in "Ecosystem Management". A teaching portfolio that can be adapted to this theme would be advantageous. Ideally, the individual will have experience with teaching the application of molecular and bioinformatic tools to the characterisation and management of natural populations. The supervision of Bachelor, Masters and PhD students is also expected. Candidates should hold a doctorate in evolution, cell biology, developmental biology, molecular biology, or a related field. In addition to their academic qualifications, candidates should have excellent communication, record keeping, organisational and team-working skills, be committed to the topic and to working in a dedicated, interdisciplinary research environment. The working language of the group is English, and applicants from abroad are encouraged to apply. For international applicants a willingness to learn German should be demonstrated. All applications should be made in English, and must include the following 3 items (incomplete applications will not be considered): 1. A full academic CV including any published or unpublished academic work. 2. A 1-2 page letter outlining the candidate's research interests and motivation for applying to this position. 3. Letters of reference and the contact details of 2-3 referees (ideally previous supervisors). Applications must be made via the University job portal at: https://obp.uni-goettingen.de/en-us/OBF/Index/76291 For more information about the Jackson group see: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/102705.html "Jackson, Daniel" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Postdoctoral research assistant 80%: Chemical Diversity of Amazonian Plants A Postdoctoral position in the Cámara-Leret groupat the Department of Systematic and Evolutionary Botany, University of Zurich, is available from 1 June 2026. The position is for one year, with the possibility of extension for an additional year following a positive evaluation. Reporting to Prof Rodrigo Cámara-Leret, the postdoctoral researcher will work within the SNSF Starting Grant project INDIGENOMICS, which investigates the diversity and distribution of plant chemical traits and their relationships with human use. The project aims to document and explain patterns in the chemical diversity of plants used by people, with a particular focus on tropical regions. By integrating metabolomics, biodiversity data, and ethnobotanical information, the project seeks to better understand how plant chemical diversity underpins the benefits that biodiversity provides to societies and how these resources can be conserved and used sustainably. The Cámara-Leret lab offers a collaborative research environment with high-quality supervision and a vibrant international team. The successful candidate will actively collaborate across disciplines and project partners, including Prof. Lauren Raz (Instituto de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá), Prof. Laurent Bigler (Department of Chemistry, UZH), and Dr. Mathieu Perret and Dr. Fred Stauffer (Conservatoire et Jardin botaniques de Genève), among others. Responsibilities The post holder will conduct research and provide technical support in metabolomics, including laboratory analyses, data processing, interpretation, publication, and supervision of team members. Key responsibilities include: Performing metabolite extractions and LC-MS analyses (positive and negative ionisation) of a large set of 3,000 botanical samples. Managing and processing large LC-MS datasets, including feature detection, annotation, quality control, and multivariate statistical analyses. Interpreting results and contributing to the scientific direction of the project. Contributing to manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and to presentations and reports. Providing technical support to MSc and PhD students in laboratory procedures and data processing workflows. Essential selection criteria Hold a PhD in chemical ecology, biology, chemistry, or a related discipline. Specialist knowledge in untargeted metabolomics. Demonstrated ability to manage own academic research and associated activities Track record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to work effectively within international research teams. Proficient in spoken and written English and Spanish. About the Department of Systematic and Evolutionary Botany Our Department of Systematic and Evolutionary Botany houses modern molecular and ecological labs, an herbarium comprising 3,000,000 plant specimens (United Herbaria of UZH and ETH, the 15thlargest herbarium in the world), and a Botanical Garden with 8,000 species. The mission of the Department is to "increase the knowledge of plant diversity, the processes and patterns of plant evolution, the relationships between plants and other organisms and aspects of plant conservation."Our collaborators at the Department of Chemistry have state-of-the-art instruments for screening plant metabolomes, computational facilities with databases of natural products, and structure elucidation software. The University of Zurich has a broad research coverage of organismal and molecular biology. The city of Zurich offers excellent quality of life and attractive surroundings for outdoor sports. Interested applicants should send me an email (rodrigo.camaraleret[at]uzh.ch) by April 1st2026with: 1.Motivation letter (2 pages maximum), summarising your research experience, interests, and plans to link chemical traits to ethnobotany beyond previous research (e.g., any publication at https://rcamaraleret.com/publications.html) 2. CV (2 pages maximum) 3. e-mail of two academic referees Please send all documents in a single pdf file. Dr. Rodrigo Cámara Leret Assistant Professor in Tropical Plant Diversity and Ethnobotany Department of Systematic and Evolutionary Botany | University of Zürich Zollikerstrasse 107 | 8008 Zürich | Switzerland http://rcamaraleret.com Rodrigo Camara Leret (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** The NSF-funded Imageomics Institute (https://imageomics.org) is hosting the First Imageomics Conference April 14-17, 2026 at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH There will be plenty of room for discussions and insights, including: - Big Ideas Lab: Mapping the high-level visions and global future of imageomics. - NextGen Day: A faculty-free zone for students and postdocs to connect and lead. - Tools Workshops: Co-design and refine imageomics tools through live, hands-on iteration. - Networking mixers, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative surprises. Learn more and Register: go.osu.edu/imageomics2026 (There is no registration fee.) ## Conference Overview: ### Tuesday, April 14 Pre-Conference Activities: NextGen Day: Open to all students and postdocs, this faculty-free zone is thoughtfully crafted by NextGens for NextGens. This special day promises an array of engaging activities tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of emerging leaders in their respective fields. ### Wednesday, April 15 **Conference Day 1 | Big Ideas Lab**: Ignite new research through rapid-fire talks, strategic networking, and future-building labs - a day designed to turn bold ideas into the next era of Imageomics. ### Thursday, April 16 **Conference Day 2 | Build. Code. Discover.**: Kick off the morning with collaborative breakouts, and rapid-fire tool building and demonstrations before diving into an afternoon of discussion-based technical labs, finishing with a closing celebration to honor the five years of the Imageomics Institute and the community that made it possible. ### Friday, April 17 **Hands-on Workshop: Part 2: Workshop - Designing for Discovery: Shaping Imageomics Tools for Biologists.** https://imageomics.osu.edu/events/2026/04/designing-discovery A follow-up from the tool demonstrations during the Imageomics conference, this half-day workshop will offer a deeper dive with a smaller group of conference participants and will include interactive, hands-on activities. This workshop is dedicated to bridging the gap between advanced computational tools and biological discovery. Within the field of imageomics, researchers have built a powerful suite of open-source tools; now, our mission is to evolve these into usable, community-wide resources. By partnering directly with biologists across all career stages, we aim to pressure-test existing workflows, uncover novel applications, and refine our messaging to ensure these tools are as intuitive as they are innovative. Travel funding is available for those who require it. Visit the workshop event page (https://imageomics.osu.edu/events/2026/04/designing-discovery) for additional details. Hilmar Lapp -:- ORCID:0000-0001-9107-0714 -:- GitHub:hlapp Hilmar Lapp (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Dear colleagues, The next session of the online seminars organised by the ESEB-funded STN network « Integration of Speciation Research » ( [ https://speciation-network.pages.ist.ac.at/ ] ) will take place Tuesday 7th of April at 9am CET. This session falls within the theme "Early Career Researchers in Speciation", with this theme's new format featuring two talks (1 hour total): 1. Charlotte Wright (Postdoc @ Wellcome Sanger Institute, UK) "The Evolution of Chromosome Rearrangements across Butterflies and Moths. 2. Alexander Mackintosh (Postdoc @ U. Uppsala, Sweden): "Evidence for Chromosomal Speciation in Brenthis Butterflies." followed by a 30 min Q&A with Sally Potter (Macquarie U., Australia) about her career path. To attend, please use the following link: https://gu-se.zoom.us/j/63912851182 Talks (but not the Q&A) will be recorded and made available here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClEkDdE_5sDw70SQq78DIAA, where you can also find previous seminar recordings. The IOS network aims to promote both scientific and community integration across speciation research. A main objective is to foster diversity and inclusion across the field. We alternate time slots every month to maximise the geographic diversity of attendees. The seminar series and subsequent discussions are open to everyone, from students to established researchers and non-scientists. Please share this email with anyone who may be interested, especially those in countries that are typically underrepresented in scientific discourse. However, please do not post the zoom link on social media. The seminar programme is announced by email, on Bluesky (@speciation-network) and Twitter (@Speciation_net), here on EvolDir, and on the IOS network website. To automatically receive the programme and other news from the IOS network, sign up to the mailing list via the IOS website. We look forward to seeing you there! The STN IOS organising committee: Jonna Kulmuni (chair), Sean Stankowski, Carole Smadja, Sonal Singhal (co-chairs), Chris Cooney, Liz Scordato, Joana Meier, Richard Merrill, Konrad Lohse, Nick Barton, Roger Butlin, Jonah Walker, Parvathy Suendranadh, Hilde Schneemann and Rowan Schley Hilde Schneemann (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** We would like to announce the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Symposium in Turkey (EEBST), which will take place this year on 06-10 July 2026 at the Mersin University,Mersin. EEBST2026 will be the twelfth in a series of international symposia organized annually by the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Society of Turkey. We invite you to share your latest research and be a part of this exciting event. Please note the following important details for your submission: Deadline: Please ensure all abstracts are submitted by April 15th. Word Limit: Abstracts must not exceed 300 words. Submission Link: You can access the abstract submission system directly through our website: https://eebst.ekoevo.org/ If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to email us at eebst@ekoevo.org.tr. We would be grateful if you help us to disseminate the news in your networks. We look forward to having you all in Mersin this July. EEBST 2026 Organizing Committee Sibel Kucukyildirim,PhD Hacettepe University Department of Biology Beytepe �ankaya Ankara 06800 TURKEY sibel kucukyildirim (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)