Postdoctoral Position in Biogeochemistry: The Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment (SHEP) at the University of Tübingen is hiring for a Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Biogeochemistry of aDNA in Archaeological Deposits. The full-time position, with part-time options, is part of the Leibniz Science Campus “Geogenomic Archaeology Campus Tübingen” (GACT). The candidate will work on an interdisciplinary project focused on the effect of phosphorus on the mobility of ancient DNA in cave sediments using isotopic tracers and geochemical analysis.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Experimental Biogeochemistry, Archaeological Sciences, Geoarchaeology, Geosciences/Geology, Paleogenetics, Biology, Bioinformatics
Location: Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Archaeological Sciences, Geoarchaeology, Geosciences/Geology, Paleogenetics, Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
- Knowledge in biogeochemical cycles in soils/sediments.
- Experience in experimental applications of isotopic tracers, and soil/sediment geochemical analysis.
- Good communication skills for collaborative and international work.
- Proficient in English; knowledge of German is appreciated but not required.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Position in Experimental Biogeochemistry of aDNA in Archaeological Deposits
- Develop and run experiments testing the effect of phosphorus on DNA mobility in cave sediments.
- Utilize stable and radioactive isotopes combined with geochemical analysis.
- Work with trace amounts of radioactive phosphorus within radionuclide facilities.
- Analyze and interpret geoarchaeological samples from Pleistocene cave deposits.
How to Apply: Submit a comprehensive application (single PDF file) including a letter of motivation, CV, academic transcripts, and contact details of two potential academic referees to recruiting@senckenberg.de by January 15, 2024. Reference number: #10-23003.
Last Date for Apply: 15 January 2024
Contact for Queries: Dr. Gerlinde Bigga, GACT Scientific Coordinator, gerlinde.bigga@senckenberg.de
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