Dear all, I would like to draw your attention to our new job posting. The Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, invites applications for a Postdoc Researcher (m/f/d) in Evolutionary Genomics of Mammals There is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated applicant to join the working group of Prof. Dr. Axel Janke. The applicant will be closely involved in gene flow, evolutionary, population or phylo-genetics to study speciation in mammals (bears, giraffe, kangaroos or allies) at the genomic level. Strong own and proven research interests including other vertebrate groups will be considered. Your profile - PhD degree in Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics or a related field - Strong interest and proven skills in evolutionary, population or phylogenomics. Knowledge in gene-flow analyses and/or drift process are an advantage - Experience in genome assembly & annotation and programming of scripts, R - Very good written and oral communication skills in English - Interest to be involved in an international and interdisciplinary group to expand the work to species distribution modeling, paternal inference and conservation genetics What is awaiting you? a workplace in a central location with good transport connections in the heart of Frankfurt - flexible working hours - opportunities for mobile working - support with childcare or caring for family members (certified by the "audit berufundfamilie") - Senckenberg badge for free entry in museums in Frankfurt - special annual payment - company pension scheme Place of employment: Frankfurt am Main Working hours: full time, part-time optional (at least 75%) Type of contract: The contract should start preferably on January 1st, 2025 and is limited to two years Salary: according to the collective agreement of the State of Hessem(pay grade E 13, TV-H) 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. Women are particularly encouraged to apply, as they are underrepresented in the field of this position and will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications. Applicants with disabilities ("Schwerbehinderung") will be given preferential 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. You would like to apply? Then please send us your complete and informative application documents (CV, letter of motivation, academic transcripts and certification / credentials, two relevant publications, and contact details of two potential references to) in electronic form (as a single PDF file) by 15.09.2024 to recruiting@senckenberg.de, quoting the reference number #11-24005, or apply directly on our homepage using the online application form. Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung Senckenberganlage 25 60325 Frankfurt a.M. E-Mail: recruiting@senckenberg.de For scientific enquiries please contact Prof. Dr. Axel Janke, axel.janke@senckenberg.de. The Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung (SGN) is a member of the Leibniz Association and is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. SGN conducts natural history research with more than 800 employees and research institutions in seven federal states. The Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (BiK-F) explores the interactions between biodiversity, climate, and society. For more information about the Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung, please visit www.senckenberg.de. Yours sincerely, Isabel Gajèeviæ, M.A. Referentin Recruiting/HR Department & Personalmarketing Besucheradresse: Mertonstraße 17-21, 60325 Frankfurt am Main (1. OG) Telefon/Phone: 0049 (0)69 / 7542 - Stellv. Leiterin Personal/Human Resources - 1458 Loke, Uta Recruiting/HR Department & Personalmarketing - 1478 Gajcevic, Isabel - 1309 Heinrichsohn, Sabine - 1564 di Biase, Maria Fax: 0049 (0)69 / 7542-1445 Mail: recruiting@senckenberg.de 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)