We are seeking an internationally recognized scientist with exceptional qualifications in functional biodiversity research with a zoological focus. The successful candidate will investigate the impact of anthropogenic stressors on ecological processes, infection resistance, and ecosystem services.
Job Description
The Faculty of Natural Sciences seeks to appoint a professorship at the Institute for Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation Genomics. Our institute operates at the interface of evolutionary ecology, genetics (immune genes, microbiome) and ecosystem resilience.
Research Focus
* To understand the ecological, behavioral, genetic and health-related processes that promote or restrict adaptive evolutionary processes to maintain the health of wild animals and ecosystem functions.
The professorship collaborates with other institutes of the Biology Department to advance its research focus «Stress Response and Resilience of Biological Systems». Active participation in the faculty's academic self-governance is required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate must have completed university studies as well as teaching aptitude, a doctoral degree and further pertinent scientific achievements.
Benefits
* German and English teaching in the bachelor and master programs of the Biology Department, covering topics such as evolutionary ecology, zoology (e.g., animal evolution and biodiversity, functional biodiversity), biostatistics, scientific integrity, as well as data analysis and management.
Others
* The professorship involves lectures, seminars, practical exercises, and field trips.
We seek to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position. Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.