********************Jobs******************** St. Cloud State University Department of Biology and Chemistry Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology Apply here: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-Biology---State-University-Faculty_JR0000004290 Institution: St. Cloud State University City: St. Cloud, MN Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $188,620.00 Classification: Tenure-track Job Description: St. Cloud State's Department of Biology and Chemistry invites applications for a tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor position in Biology. The position will be part of a faculty team and graduate teaching assistants educating over 500 undergraduates in courses each year. St. Cloud State University faculty and staff collaborate to offer relevant and rigorous academic programs in a supportive environment that emphasizes active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. There is access to state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities including a vivarium, imaging center, integrated research building and technology-enhanced human anatomy suite. The faculty contract includes professional development funding. The successful candidate will have scholarly research and expertise to teach courses in a biomedical sciences curriculum. They will team-teach Human Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 202/204) lecture and participate with staff and graduate teaching assistants in coordinating laboratory sections. Additional teaching assignments will be based upon applicant expertise and existing course needs in biomedical sciences. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to: - Teach effectively - Conduct scholarly research - Continue preparation and study in discipline - Contribute to student growth and development - Provide service to the university and community. The ideal candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission and values, especially our commitment to educating our diverse student population. They should be willing to participate in teaching using alternative delivery methods such as online and hybrid. They will regularly engage in ongoing professional development and innovation opportunities focused on pedagogical growth offered within the University. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/ Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline at time of application - At least one year's teaching experience in postsecondary Human Anatomy & Physiology (both lecture and laboratory) - Experience working with human cadaver-based instruction - Evidence of ability to contribute to Biomedical Sciences program curriculum and advising - Ability to develop a research program within disciplinary focus involving undergraduate and master's level students - Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with people from diverse background Preferred Qualification - Post doctoral research in Biology or related field - Evidence of grants and peer reviewed publications - Experience teaching Human Anatomy & Physiology for health professions students - Experience teaching upper division/graduate level courses in biomedical sciences - Experience mentoring students including underrepresented groups in STEM fields Other Requirements Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment. Required Documents to Apply (Upload with Application) - Resume/CV - Cover Letter - Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of employment) Additional information about the department and St. Cloud State University can be found at https://www.stcloudstate.edu/biology/ and http://www.stcloudstate.edu About The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU's It's Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system's Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/ St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office for Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 Benefits Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date: 08-17-2026 Open Date: 03-09-2026 Close Date: 04-09-2026 Contact: Search Chair, Dr. Maureen Tubbiola (mltubbiola@stcloudstate.edu) "Davis, Matthew P" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** We are opening two research positions in bioinformatics and physical anthropology linked to the research project posted below. The applicant must be within 6 years of their MSc graduation. Holding a PhD is desirable but not required. If you are interested AND you have relevant experience, please send your cv or motivation letter to luca.pagani@unipd.it and adeline.morez@unipd.it by the 17th March 2026. Start date: anytime after 15th of April 2026. Duration: 24 months. Salary range: 1800-2500 EUR after all taxes (depending on experience and seniority) Work place: Molecular Anthropology lab, Department of Biology, University of Padova PI: Prof. Luca Pagani Position 1: A bioinformatic position to implement an aDNA and metagenomics bioinformatic pipeline. Position 2: A physical anthropology/palaeopathology position focused on the study of the mostly unexamined Anthropology collection of the Department of Biology (hosted at the Museum of Nature and Humankind of the University of Padova). The collection hosts around 1000 Italian human remains ranging fromthe Neolithic to the Middle Ages. Some background about the project: The Po Valley, a critical corridor connecting Europe to the Mediterranean Basin, has played a pivotal role in human migration and cultural exchange since the earliest settlement of Europe (~45 kya). Despite its importance, ancient DNA from this region remains understudied, leaving significant gaps in our understanding of how past migrations shaped genetic diversity, cultural transformations, and health-related traits across Europe. Our FIS3 POPCORE project, funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research, aims to generate high-resolution genomic data from Italian human remains spanning the Neolithic to the present day, leveraging the extensive Anthropology Collection of the University of Padova. Our team: The successful candidates will join the dynamic Molecular Anthropology Lab, comprising one professor, one associate professor, two postdocs and two PhD and several Master students. The project will be conducted in close collaboration with Dr Nicola Carrara (Museum of Nature and Humankind, University of Padova) and the broader Anthropopgen research network (www.anthropopgen.it). Luca Pagani (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Postdoctoral position in variable dominance and genomics of adaptation (France) As an assistant professor at the University of Strasbourg and a member of the HaploTeam (https://www.haploteam.org), I am currently seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our lab and contribute to research on the role of genetic dominance during adaptation to novel environments. The fellow will be appoited for one year with possible renewal for one more year. The position is funded through ANR (Agence Nationale de la Recherche) and is anticipated to start *1 September 2026* (negotiable). Genetic dominance determines how mutations are exposed to natural selection and therefore strongly influences evolutionary dynamics. While traditionally treated as a fixed parameter in population genetics models, growing empirical evidence suggests that dominance can vary across genetic backgrounds and environments, with important consequences for adaptation and the maintenance of genetic variation. To shed light on the role of variable dominance in contributing to the maintenance of adaptive variation, the project will combine empirical and theoretical approaches and leverage genomic and transcriptomic data from natural and experimental populations of Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Depending on the scientific interests of the postdoctoral fellow, she/he will analyse growth phenotypes and RNA sequencing data from controlled crosses, and model the evolution of dominance modifiers using computational tools as well as implement machine learning techniques to infer genomic regions under selection and variable dominance from empirical datasets. The postdoc will also be encouraged to develop independent research directions within the scope of the project. Required qualifications - PhD (obtained or near completion) in evolutionary biology, population genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, or a related field - Excellent written and spoken English - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment Preferred (but not mandatory) qualifications - Background in population genetics and/or evolutionary biology - Wet lab experience (depending on the work to be developed) - Prior experience with genomic and/or transcriptomic data analysis - Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g. Python, R, or similar) Environment The position will be based at the IGBMC, University of Strasbourg, France, within a dynamic and international research environment. The institute offers strong expertise in functional genomics, yeast genetics, and bioinformatics, with access to high-performance computing resources and state-of-the-art experimental facilities. The lab has generated large-scale multi-omic datasets from hundreds of natural S. cerevisiae isolates. This project sits at the interface of evolutionary theory, functional genomics, and quantitative genetics, and includes a collaboration with Prof. Claudia Bank (University of Bern), an expert in epistatic interactions and fitness landscapes. The postdoctoral researcher will have ample opportunities to work closely with both experimentalists and theoreticians. Applications Informal inquiries are welcome and can be addressed to Dr. Isabel Alves (itavaresalves@unistra.fr). Applications should include a CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for 2-3 referees. Review of applications will begin in April and continue until June 1, 2026 or until a suitable candidate has been identified. Isabel Alves Assistant Professor (MCF) Institut de Génétique et de BiologieMoléculaire et Cellulaire (IGBMC) IGBMC- CNRS UMR 7104 - Inserm U1258 1 rue Laurent Fries BP 10142 67404 Illkirch CEDEX France itavaresalves@unistra.fr Isabel (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** The Dijkstra lab at Central Michigan University is seeking one or more postdoctoral researchers. Research in the lab focuses on how social competition shapes evolutionary divergence in body coloration and stress resilience in highly social cichlid fishes. We combine behavioral experiments, physiological assays, and genetic/neurobiological approaches. Postdocs and students in the lab may work on a range of topics related to our NSF-funded research on social learning, aggression biases, and speciation or our NIH-funded work on social history and bioenergetic adaptation in the brain. The project will be shaped in part by the candidate's expertise. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and integrative organismal biology. Experience with behavioral experiments as well as molecular or neurobiological techniques is desirable. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential. Application details: https://sites.google.com/site/peterdijkstrausnl/home Review of applications will begin March 20 and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates are welcome to email Dr. Peter Dijkstra at dijks1p@cmich.edu. Peter D Dijkstra Professor | Department of Biology Neuroscience Program | Institute for Great Lakes Research Central Michigan University 4105 Biosciences Building Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 P: 989-774-2918 | F: 989-774-3462 Lab website: https://sites.google.com/site/peterdijkstrausnl/home Webex room: https://cmich.webex.com/meet/dijks1p "Dijkstra, Peter Douwe" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear evoldir members, Transmitting Science is offering the live online course "Evolutionary Macroecology in R: Exploring Biodiversity Patterns at Large Scales" (2nd edition). Learn more and register here: https://www.transmittingscience.com/courses/ecology/macroecology-in-r-exploring-biodiversity-patterns-at-large-scales/ This course combines historical components of geographic patterns, phylogeny, and ecology to provide a comprehensive overview of evolutionary macroecology. The course has a strong practical component in R. Students will learn to manipulate large geographic databases in R, grid-map biodiversity in various forms, conduct analyses of biogeographic regionalization incorporating evolutionary history, and estimate phylogenetic turnover and historical dispersal in geographic space. The practical sessions also cover common metrics in community phylogenetics and diversification, focusing on large geographic scales. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us at courses@transmittingscience.com Best regards, Haris Haris Saslis, PhD Course Coordinator Transmitting Science www.transmittingscience.com [1] Links: [1] http://www.transmittingscience.com "haris.saslis@transmittingscience.com" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Symposium on Triploidy in Parasitic Worms April 14-17, 2026 Eawag, Dübendorf, 8600, Switzerland The Symposium on Triploidy in Parasitic Worms is a meeting of researchers from various fields of helminthology. The main idea of the Symposium is to discuss how triploidy (or polyploidy more generally) can affect the ecology and evolution of parasitic worms and, consequently, host-parasite dynamics. During the symposium, we will have talks on such topics as (but not limited to): Host-Parasite Interaction Drug Resistance Cytogenetics and genomics Evolution of reproductive systems Ecology and Distribution of Triploidy The preliminary schedule of the Symposium is on the website: https://www.pathogenevolution.ch/symposium-on-triploidy While most presenters are invited speakers, the Symposium is open to anyone interested in parasitic worms and polyploidy. You are welcome to attend any talk or present results of your own study if you think that your work is connected to any of the topics mentioned before. In any case, don't hesitate to contact me at: viktor.kovalov@eawag.ch "Kovalov, Viktor" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for BES Macro 2026! The annual meeting of the British Ecological Society's Macroecology and Macroevolution Special Interest Group is this year hosted by the University of Reading, UK, and running from 15-17 July. This year we will also be running a pre-conference ECR workshop on publishing, reviewing, and editing in ecological journals. Anyone who is interested in generalisable ecological and/or evolutionary patterns over broad spatial and/or temporal and/or taxonomic scales is welcome to attend! Tickets are available for both in-person and online attendance. Go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bes-macro-2026-tickets-1983441181968 for registration and more information. Key dates * Main conference dates: 15 July 2026 2 PM - 17 July 2026 5 PM. * Pre-conference workshop: 15 July 2026, 10 AM - 1:30 PM. * Location: Agriculture Building, University of Reading (Whiteknights Campus), Reading, UK * Registration deadline for presenters: Friday 17 April 2026, 17:00 BST (for all presenters, including student plenary applications) * Final in-person registration deadline: Friday 15 May 2026, 17:00 BST. * Online registration deadline: Friday 3 July 2026, 17:00 BST. Plenary speakers * Dr Laura Antão, Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Turku * Prof. Deepa Senapathi, Professor of Applied Ecology and Head of Department of Sustainable Land Management, University of Reading * Prof. Chris Venditti, Professor of Evolutionary Biology, University of Reading * Student plenary (applications now open!) The University of Aberdeen is a charity registered in Scotland, No SC013683. Tha Oilthigh Obar Dheathain na charthannas clàraichte ann an Alba, Àir. SC013683. "Sheard, Catherine" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)