Postdoctoral (Premier Assistant) position in Theoretical Evolutionary Ecology or Biology

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

The Group of Prof. Charles Mullon is proposing a Postdoctoral (Premier Assistant) position in Theoretical Evolutionary Ecology or Biology at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne, Switzerland. The postdoc will join a dynamic team working mainly on developing and analyzing mathematical models to understand the evolutionary dynamics of traits that mediate interactions among individuals and with the environment. Interests include, but are not limited to, the evolution of sexual traits, genetic architecture, ecological interactions, niche construction, and social behaviour.

For more information on the lab, visit https://lab-mullon.github.io/

Expected start date in position : 01.09.2024 / to be agreed

Contract length : 1 year, renewable once for two years

Activity rate : 100%

Workplace : Lausanne-Dorigny

Annual gross salary : CHF 82'664.-

The research project will be defined together with the group leader based on the Postdoc interests and competences in the field of theoretical evolutionary ecology. Most of her/his/their time will be dedicated to research, but a contribution to teaching is expected, including the possibility of supervising master students. The job description stipulates:

70% Personal research

25% Participation to teaching activities and master student supervision

5% Maintenance of lab equipment or other institutional tasks.

We are seeking to recruit someone with a strong interest and a PhD degree in evolutionary biology or ecology, with skills in mathematical or computational modelling.

• Good cooperative skills with other researchers and team members
• Good communication skills, ability to keep an open-mind and to communicate your ideas
• Be motivated and be able to motivate others

We offer an oustanding working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

The Department of Ecology and Evolution in Lausanne University hosts research groups working on a broad range of topics, producing a rich intellectual and social life. Although French is the common language in Lausanne region, the department research activities and seminars are conducted in English. The campus is located on the shore of the Geneva Lake, with the view on the Alps.

For further information please contact Prof. Charles Mullon: Write an email

Deadline : 15.07.2024

Formal applications should include:

• a cover letter detailing your research interests, experience and motivation for applying (max. 2 pages);
• your CV;
• a copy of your PhD certificate; if you haven't yet finished your PhD indicate the scheduled or expected date. A contract as Postdoc/1er assistant can’t be issued before the completion of the thesis. The applicant must have received his/her PhD in the last 2 years or be about to obtain a PhD very soon;
• the names of two or three referees;
• PhD thesis summary (approx. one page).

To receive full consideration, application documents should be uploaded online through the University of Lausanne recruitment platform. 

Review of applications will begin immediately.

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