Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d): The Department of Forest Genetics at the University of Freiburg is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) for a full-time position focused on the phenology of tropical tree species and the evolutionary ecology of trees. The successful candidate will be part of a DFG-funded Emmy Noether project, contributing to research on environmental cues, molecular mechanisms, and the consequences for plant-animal interactions in neotropical tree species.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d)
Research Area: Phenology of Tropical Tree Species and Evolutionary Ecology of Trees
Location: Department of Forest Genetics, University of Freiburg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc in biology, ecology, environmental science, or similar fields
- Completed Ph.D. with excellent results
- Experience in postdoctoral positions is advantageous
- Prior fieldwork experience in the neotropics is essential
- Fluency in Spanish for communication with local stakeholders
- Experience in forest ecology, phenology, plant-animal interactions, and population genetics
- Laboratory work experience is advantageous
- Good communication and team skills
- Meticulous approach to work
- Experience in science communication, including coordinating citizen science projects
- Ability to work in physically and mentally demanding conditions in a tropical rainforest
- Tree climbing experience (beneficial but not necessary)
Job Description: The postdoctoral researcher will work on the Emmy Noether project, conducting research on the phenology of neotropical tree species. Responsibilities include field and lab work, co-supervision of BSc and MSc students, and individual investigations related to plant-animal interactions. The role also involves coordinating a Citizen Science project in Ecuador and supporting the working group in research, teaching, and administrative tasks.
What we offer:
- Integration into the Forest Genetics working group at the University of Freiburg
- Participation in various projects in forest genetics and genomics
- Fieldwork in the Neotropical mountain regions of Ecuador
- Collaboration on data collected in the project
- Opportunity for scientific qualification
- Standard salary for postdoctoral positions in Germany, including social security and health insurance
- Possibility of a three-year position
How to Apply: Submit a motivation letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact details of at least two academic references by 15.02.2024. Send your application, citing reference number 00003525, to Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer at the following address:
University of Freiburg Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources Eva-Mayr-Stihl Endowed Professorship for Forest Genetics Prof. Dr. Katrin Heer Bertoldstraße 17 79098 Freiburg Email: jessica.sun@forgen.uni-freiburg.de
For further information, contact Jieru Sun at +49 761 203-3659 or jieru.sun@forgen.uni-freiburg.de.
Last Date for Apply: Application deadline: 15 February 2024
