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Postdoctoral Research Associate/Fellow in Theoretical Biology: Co-evolution of Learning and Social Structure University of Exeter in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

Field of study

Evolutionary Biology

Funding

2-year NERC-funded postdoctoral position.

Deadline

Dec 14, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University of Exeter

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Evolutionary Biology
Biology
Conservation Biology
Coevolution
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About this position

University of Exeter Centre for Ecology and Conservation is advertising a 2-year NERC-funded postdoctoral research position for a talented theoretical biologist. The project focuses on modelling the co-evolution of learning and social structure, making this a strong fit for researchers interested in evolutionary biology, theoretical biology, and ecological modelling.

The post is based in Penryn, Cornwall, at the University of Exeter. The research will be carried out in collaboration with Bram Kuijper and Alex Thornton, and will also involve collaboration with Lauren Brent and Andy Radford. The announcement highlights a research environment centered on ecology and conservation, with a specific emphasis on theory and modelling.

This is a postdoctoral opportunity rather than a PhD or master’s call. The advert does not mention tuition or scholarship funding, but it does state that the role is NERC-funded. Applicants should be prepared for a research-intensive position in theoretical biology with a modelling component.

The application deadline is 14 December 2026. Interested candidates should read the full details and follow the application instructions via the link provided in the post.

Funding details

2-year NERC-funded postdoctoral position.

What's required

Applicants should be a talented theoretical biologist with strong research ability relevant to modeling the co-evolution of learning and social structure. The post is a 2-year postdoctoral position and will involve collaboration with named researchers.

How to apply

Review the full job details and application instructions at the provided link. Submit the application by the stated deadline of 14 December 2026.

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