Postdoctoral Researcher in Evolutionary Genomics: The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is seeking a dynamic and innovative Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Ma lab within the Department of Biology. This position focuses on the evolutionary genomics of sex chromosomes and sex-specific recombination among anuran lineages.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Details | Information |
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| Research Area | Evolutionary Genomics, Sex Chromosomes, Recombination, Comparative Genomics |
| Location | Brussels Humanities, Sciences & Engineering Campus, Brussels, Belgium |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in evolutionary biology, genomics, bioinformatics, or a related field. Strong expertise in evolutionary/population genomics and molecular evolution. Proven experience in high-throughput sequencing data analysis. Must have a valid EU driving license or equivalent. Experience in fieldwork preferred. Must have lived abroad for at least 12 months within the last 3 years. |
| Job Description | Work on the evolutionary dynamics of sex chromosomes and recombination in anuran species. Responsibilities include: Assembling and analyzing large, repeat-rich frog genomes.Performing comparative genomics across different sex-determining systems.Investigating drivers of sex chromosome turnover.Studying the evolution of sex-specific recombination rates.Field sampling and molecular lab work.Opportunities to integrate cytogenetics and evo-devo approaches as suitable. |
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply via jobs.vub.be by uploading the following documents:
- CV
- Motivation letter (including qualifications, research direction, and career goals)
- Diploma (not applicable for VUB alumni)
- Contact information for three references.
Last Date to Apply:
March 10, 2026
For inquiries regarding the job content, please contact Prof. Wen-Juan Ma at wen-juan.ma@vub.be or call +32 2 629 34 16.
