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Research department for limnology, University of Innsbruck, Mondsee, Austria
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Position:
This position provides an opportunity to conduct independent research in aquatic evolutionary ecology, with a focus on defence strategies against multiple enemies such as parasites and predators. The freshwater snail Lymnaea stagnalis will serve as the primary study organism. The project should investigate how organisms respond to simultaneous threats, for example, by examining the fitness consequences of, and trade‑offs among, traits involved in defence against different types of enemies.
You will develop the initial project idea and refine it in collaboration with Prof. Seppälä. Collaboration with other research groups within the department and faculty is encouraged. The project is expected to connect broadly to evolutionary and ecological dynamics, and to incorporate innovative approaches from across the biological sciences.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Biology
- Research expertise in evolutionary ecology and/or aquatic ecology
- Desirable qualifications: Postdoctoral experience; publications in high-ranking international journals; experience supervising students; success in acquiring third-party funding; international research experience
- Independence, strong teamwork and communication skills, flexibility
- Good knowledge of English
Location:
The Research Department for Limnology is situated on the edge of the Alps in the small town of Mondsee (Upper Austria). The nearby city of Salzburg offers a rich variety of cultural, historical, and recreational opportunities.
Our offer:
The minimum gross salary for this position (full-time) amounts to € 5.014,00 per month (14 times).
Further information and the legally binding text can be found at www.uibk.ac.at/karriere, Code BIO-15524.
For further information about the research, please contact Prof. Otto Seppälä: [email protected]. The subject line should read: Postdoc 2026
Please mention Science HR when applying
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