Scientific Project Manager / Archaeogeneticist | Wissenschaftliche*r Projektleiter*in / Archäogenetiker*in (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role involves leading and executing archaeogenetic research projects within the Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment (SHEP) in Tübingen. The successful candidate will focus on analyzing historical human DNA from pre-Columbian American populations, developing computational pipelines for large genomic datasets, and coordinating data generation from sequencing to quality control. A significant portion of the role includes conducting fieldwork in collaboration with indigenous communities, requiring high ethical standards and intercultural sensitivity. Beyond research, you will be responsible for publishing in international journals and securing third-party funding to ensure project longevity. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at a world-leading research institution with access to an international network of scientists and flexible working conditions, including mobile work options.