ERC-funded PhD and Postdoc Positions: The Hiller Lab at the LOEWE Center for Translational Biodiversity Genomics (TBG) in Frankfurt, Germany, invites applications for PhD and Postdoc positions to contribute to the BATPROTECT project. This project aims to investigate the genomic basis of long healthspans, disease resistance, and viral tolerance in bats.
ERC-funded PhD and Postdoc Positions in Comparative Genomics
Designation:
PhD Student / Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Comparative Genomics
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For PhD positions: Master’s degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or a related area.
- For Postdoc positions: PhD degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or a related area.
- Solid programming skills in a Linux environment, experience with shell scripts and Unix tools.
- Strong interest in comparative genomics; experience in this field is an advantage.
- Proficiency in English (written and oral).
Job Description:
The successful candidates will work on the BATPROTECT project, which leverages bats as natural models of healthy aging and disease tolerance. Key tasks include:
- Assembling ~150 new reference-quality bat genomes using HiFi and HiC sequencing.
- Generating and analyzing comparative transcriptomic datasets.
- Performing phylogenomics and comparative screens to identify key adaptations in coding and non-coding genes.
- Associating genomic changes with longevity and viral reservoir status traits.
- Identifying novel bat genes and investigating endogenized viral elements.
The roles involve close collaboration with the BATPROTECT team, the Hiller lab, and other Bat1K collaborators. Opportunities for exchanges with other BATPROTECT labs and participation in yearly retreats are also available.
How to Apply:
Please send your application documents containing:
- A CV with a publication list and contact information for at least two references.
- A summary of previous research experience (max 1 page).
- Copies of certificates, transcripts, and grades.
Submit your application in electronic form (as a coherent PDF file) by August 31st to recruiting@senckenberg.de quoting the reference number #12-24005-1, or apply through the online application form.
For more information about the lab and the project, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Hiller at michael.hiller@senckenberg.de or visit the lab webpage here. An overview of our publications is available here.
Last Date to Apply:
August 31st, 2024
Additional Information:
Senckenberg is committed to diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from qualified candidates irrespective of age, gender, ethnic or cultural origin, religion and ideology, sexual orientation and identity, or disability. Women and applicants with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Salary and Benefits:
- According to the collective agreement of the State of Hesse (TV-H), pay grade E13 (Postdoc 100%, PhD: 75%).
- Flexible working hours, mobile working options, and 30 days of annual leave.
- Company pension scheme and other benefits.
Contact:
Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung
Senckenberganlage 25
60325 Frankfurt a.M.
Email: recruiting@senckenberg.de
