Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Ecology (Bryophytes) | Postdoctoral Researcher (Molecular Ecologist) (m/f/d) with focus on Bryophytes

Job Summary

This Postdoctoral Researcher role at the Senckenberg Institute for Plant Form and Function (SIP) in Jena focuses on the ecology and evolution of bryophytes. You will lead research investigating microhabitat adaptation, speciation, and hybridization using a combination of population genomics, transcriptomics, and environmental data. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting fieldwork, laboratory experiments (DNA/RNA sequencing), and performing complex bioinformatic and statistical analyses. You will also curate herbarium datasets and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. This position is ideal for a scientist interested in global change and biodiversity. The role offers a collaborative, international research environment within the prestigious Leibniz Association, featuring flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a 36-month initial contract with potential for extension. You will have the opportunity to develop your own third-party funded projects and engage in student supervision and teaching.