Research tasks 70 %):

• development of mathematical models, statistical models and/or computer simulations
• writing scientific publications
   

Examples of possible research topics:

• consequences of individual differences within a species for population dynamics, e. g. establishment of species in new locations, extinction processes and survivial
• consequences of individual differences for eco-evolutionary dynamics of interacting species in a changing environment
• models for evolution of genetic and phenotypic variance
• effects of fluctuating selection on genome-wide genetic diversity
   

The exact definition of the research topic will be discussed with the successful candidate.
 

Teaching tasks (25% %):

• participation in developing and teaching courses of the Faculty of Biology (2,6 contact hours per week)
• individual supervision of students as part of project modules or final theses
   
   

Other tasks (5 %):

• organisational tasks in the working area
   

The employment is conducive to academic qualification; opportunities for (further) academic qualification are provided. 

• completed scientific university degree (e. g. Master or equivalent) in Biology, Mathematics, Bioinformatics or any other relevant natural science
• interest in both biological and mathematical issues
• knowledge of at least one programming language
• very good written and spoken scientific English
• independent, self-reliant and dedicated style of work
• motivation and communication skills for collaborative work in a diverse and interdisciplinary team

• experience with mathematical modelling
• knowledge of ecology and evolution
• initial experiences in leading exercise sessions/tutorials
• ability to teach in German

• salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
• befristet (3 years) (§ 2(1) sentence 1 of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
• Teilzeit 65 %

• internal and external training opportunities
• variety of health, consulting and prevention services
• reconcilability of family and work
• flexible working hours
• 30 days holiday and additional days off on 24.12. and 31.12.
• good transport connection
• supplementary company pension
• collegial working environment
• open and pleasant working atmosphere
• exciting, varied tasks

We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please preferably use our online form via the application button below.