Post-doctoral position in ancient pathogen genomics

Reconstruct and analyse ancient pathogen genomes from metagenomic datasets spanning Neolithic to post-medieval contexts in Eurasia and the Americas. Research combines reference-based and de novo reconstruction with comparative analysis of modern bacterial genomes to investigate pathogen evolution and historical disease. The full-time appointment initially lasts two years, is renewable, follows TVöD E13 and can begin as soon as possible.

A doctorate in microbiology, bioinformatics, computer science, population genetics or a related field; bioinformatics and statistical expertise; interest in historical questions. Experience with recombining organisms is desirable. The role includes mentoring junior researchers.