A position for a postdoc in the field of genome analysis and

bioinformatics is available in the group of Diethard Tautz (Max-Planck

Institute for Evolutionary Biology, Department of Evolutionary Genetics,

Ploen, Germany). The postdoc will join the sub-group working on de

novo evolution of genes, funded by an ERC advanced grant. The insights

into de novo evolution of genes shapes currently into a new paradigm of

genome evolution (see Neme and Tautz 2014: CurrBiol 24:R38). 

 A large

genomic and transcriptomic dataset has been created for for a range of

species representing the evolutionary lineage towards the house mouse (Mus

musculus). Further population-level genome and transcriptome sequencing is

ongoing. These data provide an excellent basis for studying in molecular

detail the emergence of new genes from non-coding sequences. The postdoc

will be part of a team of PhD students and postdocs who work on all

aspects of de novo evolution, including functional testing in cell lines

and mouse knockouts. The postdoc will also have the chance to initiate

own experiments.

Qualification: PhD in genome data analysis, including programming and

statistics; experience in protein structure analysis and/or population

genetics would be of advantage.

Salary will be according to the TvoD 13-14 scale (depending on

experience), including social benefits and pension scheme. The position

is initially for two years, but can be extended.

The Max-Planck Institut for Evolutionary Biology in Ploen has developed

in the past years into a major center for basic research on evolutionary

topics, ranging from evolutionary genetics, evolutionary ecology,

experimental evolution to evolutionary theory. It runs together with

the nearby University of Kiel an international graduate program

(IMPRS in Evolutionary Biology) and a Master program in Molecular

Biology and Evolution. Scientists come from all over the world and the

working language is english. Ploen is a small village in a beautiful

postglacially shaped landscape with all the amenities of a touristically

active area. Two major cities (Kiel and Luebeck) as well as the Baltic Sea

are only 30-40min away, Hamburg is about 90min away (all well connected

by train).

Applications should include a CV and a publication list (including

papers in press or submitted), a statement of motivation, as well as

two names for obtaining letters of reference. Applications should be

sent by email with documents attached as pdf files to Diethard Tautz

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Prof. Dr. Diethard Tautz

Max-Planck-Institut fuer Evolutionsbiologie

Abteilung Evolutionsgenetik

August-Thienemannstrasse 2

24306 Ploen (Germany)

Tel.: 04522 763 390

Fax: 04522 763 281

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