Researcher in Environmental Sciences (University of Helsinki)

The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and The Laboratory of Ecology and Evolution of Interactions invites applications for: a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The projects will be housed at the University of Helsinki Viikki campus in the group of Prof. Johanna Mappes within the Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Program. https://predatorpreyinteractions.com/ We seek a highly motivated individual with a strong background in behavioral ecology, ecology, and/or evolutionary ecology. Position Details: Focus: Investigating how the interplay between phenotype and genotype affects individual and population fitness. Duration: 2-3 years Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than the end of April 2025 Key Qualifications: PhD in a relevant field (Behavioral Ecology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, or related disciplines) Strong research background with demonstrable experience in behavioral ecology, ecology, and/or evolutionary ecology Experience with experimental design and implementation Experience and/or interest in supervising students and coordinating a research team Experience with fieldwork; prior experience with Lepidoptera is an asset but not a requirement Proven ability to conduct independent research and publish findings in scientific journals Excellent teamwork and communication skills Driving license What We Offer: Opportunity to work in the Laboratory of Ecology and Evolution of Interactions, contributing to cutting-edge research on predator-prey interactions and evolutionary dynamics Supportive and collaborative research environment within the renowned University of Helsinki Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and a vibrant scientific community The salary of the successful candidates will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The starting salary will be ca. 3700–4100 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. How to Apply: The application should include the following documents as a single pdf file: motivational letter outlining why you are the right person for this task (max 1 page) CV (max 2 pages) list of publications Include also contact information of two persons who are willing to provide a reference letter by separate request. Please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link Apply for the position. Applicants who are employees of the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the employee login. The deadline for submitting the application is 15 December 2024. Further information Position and research project: Professor Johanna Mappes, Johanna.mappes@helsinki.fi Recruitment system and applying: HR Specialist Harri Hamara, harri.hamara@helsinki.fi Do you have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher's contract, a visiting researcher's or visiting professor's contract at the University of Helsinki? Log in here to apply to our open positions. Employee Login Open position Due Date: 15.12.2024 Unit: Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences Sub-unit: Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Progr ID: 3633 Working for the world Science has the power to change the world. Join one of the best research universities in the world – an international community united through bold thinking, science, research, and learning, with over 30,000 students and 8,000 employees. We are defined by our multidisciplinary approach. This, combined with a dedication for cross-border collaboration, gives us our potential to find real solutions and build hope for a better, more sustainable future. We are united by our values – truth, bildung, freedom, and inclusivity – as well as our passion for work that truly matters. Join us: work for the future – work for the world. Any questions? See our recruitment system FAQ If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and The Laboratory of Ecology and Evolution of Interactions invites applications for:

a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.

The projects will be housed at the University of Helsinki Viikki campus in the group of Prof. Johanna Mappes within the Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Program. https://predatorpreyinteractions.com/ We seek a highly motivated individual with a strong background in behavioral ecology, ecology, and/or evolutionary ecology.

Position Details:

    Focus: Investigating how the interplay between phenotype and genotype affects individual and population fitness.
    Duration: 2-3 years
    Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than the end of April 2025

Key Qualifications:

    PhD in a relevant field (Behavioral Ecology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, or related disciplines)
    Strong research background with demonstrable experience in behavioral ecology, ecology, and/or evolutionary ecology
    Experience with experimental design and implementation
    Experience and/or interest in supervising students and coordinating a research team
    Experience with fieldwork; prior experience with Lepidoptera is an asset but not a requirement
    Proven ability to conduct independent research and publish findings in scientific journals
    Excellent teamwork and communication skills
    Driving license

What We Offer:

    Opportunity to work in the Laboratory of Ecology and Evolution of Interactions, contributing to cutting-edge research on predator-prey interactions and evolutionary dynamics
    Supportive and collaborative research environment within the renowned University of Helsinki
    Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and a vibrant scientific community
    The salary of the successful candidates will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The starting salary will be ca. 3700–4100 euros/month, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:

The application should include the following documents as a single pdf file:

    motivational letter outlining why you are the right person for this task (max 1 page)
    CV (max 2 pages)
    list of publications

Include also contact information of two persons who are willing to provide a reference letter by separate request.

Please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link Apply for the position. Applicants who are employees of the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application by using the employee login.

The deadline for submitting the application is 15 December 2024.

Further information

Position and research project: Professor Johanna Mappes, Johanna.mappes@helsinki.fi
Recruitment system and applying: HR Specialist Harri Hamara, harri.hamara@helsinki.fi

Do you have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract, a grant researcher's contract, a visiting researcher's or visiting professor's contract at the University of Helsinki? Log in here to apply to our open positions.
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Due Date: 15.12.2024
Unit: Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences
Sub-unit: Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Progr
ID: 3633
Working for the world

Science has the power to change the world. Join one of the best research universities in the world – an international community united through bold thinking, science, research, and learning, with over 30,000 students and 8,000 employees.

We are defined by our multidisciplinary approach. This, combined with a dedication for cross-border collaboration, gives us our potential to find real solutions and build hope for a better, more sustainable future.

We are united by our values – truth, bildung, freedom, and inclusivity – as well as our passion for work that truly matters.

Join us: work for the future – work for the world.
Any questions?

See our recruitment system FAQ