In the Genomic Microbiology Group of Prof. Tal Dagan at the Institute of Microbiology at Kiel University, Germany, a
Postdoc position (m/w/d)
in the field of computational evolutionary microbiology is available for an initially limited period of 36 months at the earliest possible date. The weekly working time corresponds to 100% of full employment (If the legal requirements under collective bargaining law are met, the tariff grouping is carried out up to pay scale 13 TV-L. The obligation to teach amounts to 4 hours.
The Genomic Microbiology Group research interests are focused on microbial genome evolution with an emphasis on the study of lateral gene transfer. In our research we use both computational and experimental approaches (see www.uni-kiel.de/genomik). The position offers the opportunity to develop an independent research profile within the group research focus. The successful applicant is expected to be involved in teaching of bioinformatics and molecular evolution, including the development of teaching materials (lectures/exercises/short videos).
Your profile: · Doctoral or PhD degree in Molecular Evolution, Bioinformatics or related fields. · Knowledge and experience in programming (e.g., Python) and biostatistical analysis (e.g., with R or MatLab). · Any of the following expertise is an advantage: the analysis of genomic or transcriptomic data, phylogenetic reconstruction, comparative genomics. · Good oral and written communication skills in English. · Ability to teach in German is an advantage (alternatively, an indication to do so from the 2nd year on). · Skills and motivation to communicate and interact with other scientists.
The Christian-Albrechts-University sees itself as a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural and social background, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. We promote equality of the sexes.
The Christian-Albrechts-University is committed to the employment of people with disabilities. Preference will be given to applications from severely handicapped persons and persons of equal standing, provided they are suitable.
We expressly welcome applications from people with a migration background.
For enquiries regarding the position, teaching obligations and research topic please contact Prof. Tal Dagan: tdagan@ifam.uni-kiel.de.
Applications should be submitted by email to Mrs. Haacks (dhaacks@ifam.uni-kiel.de) as a single PDF and include: (1) a letter of motivation (max 1 page, Arial 11, line spacing 1.15), (2) CV, (3) PhD certificate. Please use 'GMG postdoc application - [your name]' as a subject.
Please, refrain from sending us application photos.
Application deadline: August 31 2021 or until the position is filled. Interviews will take place during September/October 2021. The planned starting date for the position is flexible (but in 2021).