********************Jobs******************** Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-track) The Department ofBiological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences at the University of South Carolina Aiken seeks applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, with an expected start date of August 16, 2026. Primary teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in introductory biology, ecology, and specialty areas within the biology curriculum. The successful candidatewill be expected to develop an active research program that includes mentoring of undergraduate research projects. The department has a history of funded research and places a high value on undergraduate research. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience. Requirements: Ph.D. in the biological sciences (ABD will be considered with degree conferredby time of appointment), a commitment to excellence in teaching, a proven research and publication record in the ecological sciences that is commensurate with career level, and the ability to develop a research program that includes mentoring undergraduates. Preferred: Postdoctoral experience, teaching experience at the undergraduate level, a recordof continuous scholarly activity, a research focus on terrestrial ecosystems, and a strong interest in teaching and research at a small comprehensive liberal arts institution. The Department ofBiological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences is home to 16 full time faculty members and approximately 200 undergraduate majors. We offer a BA in biology and BS degrees in biology, clinical laboratory science, environmental earth systems, and public health. BS biology majors may choose concentrations in molecular biology or environmentalremediation & restoration. To learn more about our department and university, visit: https://www.usca.edu/academics/cse/bees/. USCA is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. The initial screening of applicants will begin on October 17, 2025, and continue until filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/194951and upload the following with their online application: a current CV, cover letter discussing qualifications and interest in the position, teaching philosophy, research plan describing involvement of undergraduates at USCA, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and full contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be required to provide official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as wellas three letters of recommendation. Questions may be directed to Dr. Kristina Ramstad, Chair of the Search Committee at KristinaR@usca.edu. The University ofSouth Carolina Aiken (USCA), a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master's degrees to more than 4,000 students in 60 programs of study. USCA has ranked as one of the best public schools in the South by U.S. News & World Report for the 26th year in a row. Additionally, USCA was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performerin Social Mobility. USCA is South Carolina's COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USCA has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. For more information about USC Aiken visit www.usca.edu. Situated on 450 acres, USC Aiken is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes. Kristina M. Ramstad, PhD Professor Biological, Environmental, & Earth Sciences University of South Carolina Aiken 471 University Parkway | Aiken, South Carolina 29801 p. 803-641-3439 #uscaiken KristinaR@usca.edu (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Jobs******************** DQoNCkZhY3VsdHkgb2YgU2NpZW5jZQ0KU2Nob29sIG9mIEJpb2xvZ2ljYWwgU2NpZW5jZXMNCg0K U2VuaW9yIFJlc2VhcmNoIEFzc29jaWF0ZQ0KUmVmOiBSQTIzNTQNCg0KU2FsYXJ5IG9uIGFwcG9p bnRtZW50IHdpbGwgYmUgwqMzOCw3ODQgcGVyIGFubnVtIHdpdGggYW4gYW5udWFsIGluY3JlbWVu dA0KdXAgdG8gwqM0NiwwNDkgcGVyIGFubnVtLg0KDQpBcmUgeW91IGEgcmVsaWFibGUgYW5kIGVu dGh1c2lhc3RpYyByZXNlYXJjaGVyIGtlZW4gdG8gd29yayBpbiBhDQpjb2xsYWJvcmF0aXZlIGFu ZCBpbnRlcmRpc2NpcGxpbmFyeSBlbnZpcm9ubWVudD8gRG8geW91IGhhdmUgYSBzdHJvbmcNCmlu dGVyZXN0IGluIGV4cGxvcmluZyB0aGUgZXZvbHV0aW9uYXJ5IGVjb2xvZ3kgb2YgYW5pbWFsIGJl aGF2aW91ciBhbmQgdGhlDQpndXQgbWljcm9iaW9tZT8gQW4gZXhjaXRpbmcgb3Bwb3J0dW5pdHkg 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The VGL focuses on problems in the fields of evolutionary genetics, ecology, and vector-borne disease control. See details at: https://vectorgeneticslab.ucdavis.edu/ Ongoing projects: The VGL is currently engaged in a large project focused on the biology of malaria (parasites & vectors) at sites in the Gulf of Guinea, West Africa. These include the islands of Annobón, São Tomé, Príncipe, and Bioko, as well as coastal Equatorial Guinea. Current research centers on our collaboration with the University of California Malaria Initiative (UCMI) (stopmalaria.org). The overall goal of UCMI is to contribute to the elimination of malaria in Africa by using genetically engineered mosquito (GEM) vectors, and the VGL's role is to conduct field trials of these GEMs. This cutting-edge approach involves the release of GEMs with Plasmodium-resistant genes propagated by a CRISPR/Cas9 gene drive. Subject areas: - Speciation, interspecific hybridization, and introgression - Island biogeography, landscape ecology, genetics, genomics, mathematical modeling - Evolution of natural and synthetic selfish genetic elements, including resistance to gene drive - Evolutionary genetics of parasites in the genus Plasmodium and mosquitoes in the genus Anopheles - Environmental impact and post-release monitoring of GM mosquitoes into Gulf of Guinea field sites - Assessment of fitness of GM mosquitoes in a field context. Responsibilities: Successful candidates will work as members of a large team of fellow scientists and students. Each post-doctoral fellow is expected to take the lead in a scientific project in agreement with the PI. Collaboration, including sharing of time and expertise, is expected and mandatory. Mentoring at least one undergraduate research student each year is expected. Required Qualifications: - Have recently received their Ph.D. in Ecology, Population Genetics/Genomics, Bioinformatics, or related discipline (theoretical and/or applied) - Demonstrated record of research productivity and publications - Available to participate in on-site field work in the Gulf of Guinea for minimum periods of one month - Excellent written and spoken communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in Linux/Unix environments - Experience with genomic, biodiversity, and/or biogeographic data analysis - Experience working with environmental DNA, ingested DNA and/or meta-barcoding - Experience with coalescence/IBD methods - Programming experience (e.g. C/C++, Python, Perl, R) and database experience (MySQL) - Strong mathematical/statistical skills - Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills Position Information: Salary Range: $69,073-$82,835 contingent on candidate experience. Full Time Duration: Two years with the possibility of extension based on funding. Location: University of California, Davis, California USA Benefits Eligible including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc. How to apply: Applicants should submit the following materials: - A cover letter describing your research interests and why you are interested in this position - A curriculum vitae - Contact information for 3 referees Send the above combined into a single PDF to VGL Administrator Christine Coleman at cmhandy@ucdavis.edu. Review of applications will start immediately. These positions will be open until filled. Appointments are for a duration of two years with the possibility of extension based on funding. Applications not organized as described above will not be considered. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. Christine Handy Coleman (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** At the University of Göttingen -Public Law Foundation-, Abt. Forstentomologie der Fakultät für Forstwissenschaften und Waldökologie, there is a position as Postdoctoral researcher (all genders welcome) Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L/100% to be filled. Starting date is as soon as possible. The position is limited to 3 years with the possibility for an extension for another 3 years. The newly established Department of Forest Entomology studies the ecology and evolution of forest-dwelling insects, focusing on species with ecological and economic impacts. We are particularly interested in insect interactions with their biotic and abiotic environment. We study insect responses to temperature, photoperiod and other factors, in order to understand seasonal adaptations (e.g., dormancy, diapause) and strategies to cope with extreme conditions (e.g., responses to heat or cold). We aim to understand how abiotic environmental conditions affect the performance and distribution of insects, and how this knowledge might be leveraged for sustainable forest management strategies in a changing climate. We also study associations of insects with players of different trophic levels. Particularly, we are interested in symbiotic interactions among insects, fungi, and bacteria but also with other organisms, and how the different players affect each other's performance. This information will help to understand how such symbioses impact the health of forest trees. We use molecular tools to infer the regulatory mechanisms of insect adaptations to their biotic and abiotic environment and to understand their evolutionary trajectories. We apply molecular approaches to study the genetic structure of various species and use these tools to unravel biodiversity patterns, aiming to sustain forest ecosystem services by considering environmentally-friendly approaches and protecting nature. Your tasks * Establish an independent research group focusing on the main research fields of the Department of Forest Entomology * Initiate collaborative research within the Department of Forest Entomology, both in the laboratory and the field * Publish results in international scientific journals and present them at conferences * Apply for third-party funding * Supervise the ecophysiology and molecular laboratories * Co-supervise Bachelor, Master, and PhD students * Contribute to teaching courses on the ecology and evolution of forest insects (4 contact hours/"Semesterwochenstunden") Your profile * Completed university degree (Master, Diploma) and PhD in biology, ecology, zoology, entomology, forestry, genetics or a related field (your PhD has to be completed by the start of the employment) * Research focus on insects, preferably with experience in 1-2 of the above mentioned research fields * Interest in experimental work in the laboratory and the field * Knowledge of molecular methods, statistics, and/or bioinformatics * Motivation and creativity reflected by a strong publication record * Teaching experience at university level * Communication skills; working independently and as part of an international team * Fluent written and spoken English (German skills are not mandatory) * Driver's license Class B What we offer * Work at a vibrant and diverse, newly established department with plenty of possibilities to collaborate across the faculty and university * Cutting-edge research on insects in forest ecosystems in a changing world * Cutting-edge ecophysiology and molecular laboratories * Become an independent group leader in a department with a strong publication record. Follow your own career path and develop your research profile (with the possibility to acquire the Venia legendi, i.e., habilitation/postdoctoral lecture qualification) * Flexible working hours and home office possibility * Extensive training opportunities as part of the university's qualification program and the faculty's postdoc network * A wide range of benefits (childcare options during school holidays, sports activities for university employees) as well as a company pension plan (VBL) and annual bonus in accordance with TV-L With its almost 300-years old university, Göttingen is a vibrant German town with a vivid academic atmosphere. According to international rankings, the University of Göttingen is one of the leading universities in both Germany and Europe for Forest, Agricultural and Biological Sciences. The excellent environment with leading scientists in these fields provides a unique opportunity to pursue one's own research within a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment. Your application should include (in the following order, compiled in one pdf file): a cover letter, a letter of motivation (1 page), your research concept for the position (1-2 pages), your CV including education, academic career, skills and experiences, a list of publications, projects and teaching experience, certificates and transcripts, and contact of two references. The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal qualifications, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant. Please upload your application in one pdf file including the usual documents until 10/16/2025 on the application portal of the university using this link: http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76125. For more information get in touch with Prof. Dr. Martin Schebeck directly via E-Mail: martin.schebeck@uni-goettingen.de. Please note: With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the Information General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR ) More information can be found here: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/644546.html?filters={%22vollzeit%22:[],%22befristet%22:[],%22gruppe%22:[],%22besoldGrp%22:[]}&details=76125 "Schebeck, Martin" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear all, there are only a few seats remaining for the Physalia online course on Environmental Metagenomics! Dates: 13-17 October (9 am -1 PM Berlin time) Course website: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/environmental-metagenomics/ ) This hands-on course will guide you through state-of-the-art bioinformatic approaches for analysing microbial communities, from read-based taxonomic profiling to genome-resolved metagenomics (MAGs), using both short- (Illumina) and long-read (Nanopore) sequencing data. By completing this course, attendees will: - Understand the basics of metagenomic sequencing and bioinformatic approaches for the analysis of metagenomic data - Be able to plan and execute a metagenomic sequencing project - Have an up-to-date knowledge on the bioinformatic tools and best practices for the analysis of metagenomes - Be able to choose the right tools and approaches to answer your specific research question - Have confidence to learn new methods needed to answer your research question For the full list of our courses and workshop, please visit: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/environmental-metagenomics/ ) Best regards, Carlo Carlo Pecoraro, Ph.D Physalia-courses DIRECTOR info@physalia-courses.org mobile: +49 17645230846 ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/physalia-courses-a64418127/ ) "info@physalia-courses.org" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)