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University of Zurich

Postdoctoral Research Position: Ecological Stability in Microbial Communities University of Zurich in Switzerland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Evolutionary Biology

Funding

Not funded by the EU Research Framework Programme. No further funding details provided.

Deadline

Expired

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Switzerland

University

University of Zurich

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Keywords

Evolutionary Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
Statistical Analysis
Mathematical Modeling
Biodiversity
Teacher Training
Science Communication
Environmental Psychology
Microbiome Research
Mentoring
Hypothesis Testing
Community Dynamics

About this position

This postdoctoral research position at the University of Zurich, Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, offers an exciting opportunity to investigate the determinants of ecological stability in microbial communities. The successful candidate will join Dr.

Owen Petchey's research group, which integrates experimental approaches with conceptual and mathematical models to advance the understanding of ecological systems. The role involves designing and conducting experimental studies in microbial ecology, developing and applying conceptual and mathematical models, identifying key ecological questions, translating them into testable hypotheses, and performing rigorous statistical analyses. The postdoc will be expected to communicate findings through publications and presentations and contribute to a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive research environment. Additional opportunities include contributing to teaching and developing supervisory experience by mentoring Bachelor’s project students.

Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent and no more than two years of postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment, with expertise in ecological theory and modeling, experimental microbial ecology, study design, hypothesis generation, statistical analysis of ecological data, and scientific communication. The position is based in Zurich, Switzerland, and is not funded by the EU Research Framework Programme. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with a formal deadline of December 31, 2025. Interested candidates should submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references to Maja Weilenmann at [email protected].

For more information about the research group and department, visit https://www.ieu.uzh.ch.

Funding details

Not funded by the EU Research Framework Programme. No further funding details provided.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent and no more than two years of postdoctoral experience at the time of appointment. Required expertise includes ecological theory and modeling, experimental microbial ecology, study design, hypothesis generation, statistical analysis of ecological data, and scientific communication. Candidates should be able to design and conduct experimental studies, develop and apply conceptual and mathematical models, and communicate findings effectively. No specific language or GPA requirements are mentioned.

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