PostDoc University Assistant “Theoretical eco-evolutionary dynamics”

Postdoctoral university assistant position in the Department of Environment & Biodiversity at the University of Salzburg. The postholder does independent research on eco-evolutionary dynamics in metacommunities using mathematical modelling, conceptual and theory development and/or meta-analysis. The role includes publishing in international journals, conference presentations, building scientific collaborations, independent teaching of 4 contact hours per week per semester, and contributions to research-group administration.

The department's research spans Earth-surface processes, interactions among organisms and with their physical environment, and biodiversity from cellular to ecosystem levels, with a focus on the Alpine region. Full-time from February 2027, with a minimum annual gross salary of EUR 70,200.20.

PhD in biology, environmental science, mathematics, physics or a related field; experience with modelling, conceptual development and meta-analysis in (evolutionary) ecology; peer-reviewed publications and international talks; willingness to acquire external funding; very good German and English; willingness to teach in German.