Postdoctoral Fellow in Genomics and Comparative Genomics Environnement de travail (Work environment): The successful candidate will join a dynamic research group working on the ecology and evolution of host'parasite'environment interactions in non-model organisms, particularly snail vectors and its trematode parasites. She/He will conduct genomic analyses aimed at understanding host'parasite coevolution and the genetic architecture of resistance in the invasive snail Pseudosuccinea columella to the zoonotic parasite Fasciola hepatica. This thematic line is embedded within the regional scientific project InvaSnail financed by the ExposUM initiative from the Montpellier. The position is based in Montpellier, a vibrant scientific hub in Southern France internationally recognized for excellence in ecology and evolutionary biology. The IHPE laboratory provides a collaborative research environment with access to high-performance computing facilities, sequencing platforms, and strong interdisciplinary interactions across research institutions in the Montpellier area. University Main mission: Develop and implement strategies for whole-genome sequencing of non-model species Generate high-quality de novo genome assemblies using short- and long-read sequencing technologies Perform genome annotation and structural/functional characterization Conduct comparative genomic analyses across related species or populations Design and implement genome-wide association studies (GWAS) to identify loci associated with phenotypic or adaptive traits Integrate genomic, phenotypic, and environmental datasets Contribute to the development of reproducible bioinformatics pipelines Activités (Activities): Lead the genomic component of the research project High-molecular-weight DNA extraction optimization Long-read genome assembly (PacBio HiFi / ONT) Genome polishing and quality assessment (BUSCO, QUAST) Structural and functional annotation Variant discovery (SNPs, indels, SVs) Population genomic analyses (FST, demographic inference) Mixed-model GWAS accounting for structure Workflow development (Snakemake/Nextflow) HPC-based pipeline implementation Publish results in peer-reviewed journals Present findings at international conferences Collaborate with experimental and computational team members Contribute to project development Mentor graduate students when appropriate Researcher profile : The postdoctoral researcher will conduct genome sequencing, high-quality genome assembly, comparative genomics analyses, and genome-wide association studies (GWAS) to identify genomic regions involved in resistance. A PhD in genomics, evolutionary or computational biology, or a related field with strong experience in GWAS are required. Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, R, Bash), experience with bioinformatics tools for assembly, variant calling, and comparative analyses, experience handling and processing large-scale genomic datasets are aso required. Strong publication record relative to career stage, excellent written and oral communication skills in English are a must. Autonomy, strong work ethic and team-playing, strong time-management skills and scientific creativity are expected, as well as the ability to structure and develop research directions Contract: Starting Date: 1 June 2026; Duration : 2 years-contract (Full-time) How to Apply: Candidates must send a CV (up to 3 pages), a cover letter containing a clear explanation of why the advertised postdoctoral position aligns with their interests and professional trajectory, an honest assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses, and what they hope to gain from this position and how it will support their long-term development as a scientist, a PDF of a first-author publication (published or in press), and 3 references to annia.alba-menendez@umontpellier.fr before April 20th, 2026 Lien du site internet de la structure (Website Link) : IHPE « Interactions Hôtes-Pathogènes-Environnements » -- Annia ALBA MENENDEZ, PhD Researcher at CNRS Lab IHPE (UMR 5244), Montpellier University Place Eugène Bataillon, Bât 24 - CC 080 34095 Montpellier Cedex 5 MONTPELLIER, FRANCE Annia Alba Menendez (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)