Postdoctoral Scholar or Staff Scientist: The Macroevolution Unit at OIST invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar or staff scientist position, specializing in macroevolution. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative research projects focused on the evolution of vertebrate life and biodiversity dynamics, with expertise in phylogenetics, evolutionary processes, organismal biology, and/or paleontology. The position is open to paleontologists and researchers working on living groups, models, and molecular data, with a preference for those interested in fishes or other aquatic life. The researcher will have the opportunity to develop their own projects and collaborate with relevant labs at OIST and beyond.
Job Title: Postdoctoral Scholar or Staff Scientist
Unit: Macroevolution Unit
Organization: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
Location: Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Designation: Postdoctoral Scholar or Staff Scientist
Research Area: Macroevolution
Location: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Required: PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Paleontology, Organismal Biology, or related field; experience and interest in macroevolutionary phenomena; willingness to collaborate and travel; good English skills.
- Preferred: Familiarity with fish evolution and ecology; proficiency in fossil work, phylogenetic methods, and/or molecular data.
Job Description:
- Develop and lead innovative projects in line with the Macroevolution Unit’s interests.
- Publish research results in high-quality journals.
- Present findings at national and international conferences.
- Collaborate with relevant labs at OIST and external institutions.
- Contribute to the understanding of macroevolutionary phenomena.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF titled “LastName_FirstName_PositionArea” containing:
- Cover letter with research interests and unit compatibility (3 pages max).
- List of top three representative publications with summaries.
- Contact information for three recommendations.
- Full CV, including a publication list.
Last Date for Apply: Until position filled
Compensation and Benefits:
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations, the successful candidate will receive relocation, housing, and commuting allowances, annual paid leave, health insurance, welfare pension insurance, and access to the Child Development Center and Schooling Options. Language education and daily life support in Okinawa are also provided.
Prior to employment, all hires must undergo a background check. Please check the official OIST website for detailed information.
Disclaimer:
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