The Liberles Group is looking for a new postdoctoral scientist to
join us, in the areas of computational/mathematical molecular
evolution and comparative genomics. We are particularly interested
in students with a joint background in mathematics (particularly
probability theory and stochastic processes) and biology (particularly
evolution and genetics). Those trained in math should have some
formal training in biology and those trained in biology should have
demonstrable quantitative expertise. We are also open to students
from physics and other quantitative backgrounds who are grounded
in biology.

Ongoing research in the group is in areas including models for
duplicate gene retention in genomes, in evolutionary systems biology
for the context-dependent evolution of genes, and for protein
evolution. The exact research topic is open to discussion.

The Liberles Group is based at Temple University in Philadelphia,
PA, USA. A strong preference is for a candidate who is willing to
relocate to Philadelphia. Philadelphia offers a vibrant academic
community, noted culinary and cultural opportunities, and a lower
cost of living than other major northeastern cities. An ideal start
date for the position would be January, 2027, but that is subject
to negotiation. Candidates still finishing a Ph.D. with an expected
completion in the next year are encouraged to apply. Funding will
be guaranteed for a year and extension is possible by mutual agreement
and available funding.

Please send your CV, a cover letter describing your interest, and
a reprint (or preprint) from your prior work that is most related
to theoretical or computational molecular evolution/ comparative
or population genomics or phylogenetics (please only send one paper).
Apply by email to daliberles@temple.edu.

David A Liberles <daliberles@temple.edu>

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