Department of Zoology and Lab of Ornithology
Faculty of Science
Palacky University in Olomouc
Czech Republic
Vladimir Remes, Dept of Zoology and Lab of Ornithology, Palacky University, Czech Republic is seeking a highly motivated, productive and cooperative postdoctoral researcher to study ecology and evolution of lifehistory & sexually selected traits, functional diversity, and distribution in birds. Please, see http://www.zoologie.upol.cz/remes for more information about our current projects.
The successful applicant will conduct ecological, statistical and phylogenetic analyses of our datasets from ongoing comparative projects and significantly contribute to the building of our comparative database. In addition, s/he will develop independent projects within our field of interest. S/he will also mentor advanced students and participate in teaching.
QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS
Essential
- Ph.D. in evolutionary biology, ecology or zoology (obtained after 28 March 2008)
- Strong publication record in high-quality journals in the area of evolutionary biology, ecology, conservation biology or ornithology (especially evolution and ecology of biodiversity)
- Fluency in English
Desirable
- Demonstrated knowledge of comparative and phylogenetic methods, quantitative methods in biodiversity studies, GIS and spatial statistics
- Programming in R language
SALARY
The salary is 570,000 CZK per annum (Czech Crowns, ca Euro 22,500 based on current rate). The appointment is for 30 months (if started 1 January 2013).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
For informal enquiries and application, email your CV (including list of publications), names and e-mails of two references and a cover letter stating your previous work, qualification and motivation to Assoc. Prof. Vladimir Remes at vladimir.remes@upol.cz. Attach pdf of two of your best papers and a copy of your PhD diploma.
Please, state “Postdoc” in the subject of your e-mail.
APPLICATION DEADLINE AND STARTING DATE
Apply before 20 December 2012. The starting date is negotiable, but the position is to be filled as soon as
possible (funds are available since January 2013).
Vladimir Remes
Department of Zoology and Lab of Ornithology
Tr. Svobody 26
Palacky University
CZ-77146 Olomouc
Czech Republic
email: vladimir.remes@upol.cz
web: www.zoologie.upol.cz/remes