Research Scientist and Curator (m/f/d) of the section Vertebrata (Tenure Track)
Core
Scientific curation and development of the vertebrate collection (approx. 70,000 specimens) and conducting collection-based research in mammalogy and other vertebrate groups.
Role type
Senior Research Scientist and Curator (Tenure Track)
Builds
International research infrastructure and a visible portfolio of collection-based research in mammalogy.
Domain
Natural history / Zoology / Mammalogy
Required skills
Expert knowledge of mammals, PhD in biology/zoology, third-party funding acquisition, project management, supervising staff, international networking, relocation management
Preferred skills
Genomics, morphometrics, AI, imaging, 3D methods, pollutant analysis, research data management
Technologies
Genomics, morphometrics, AI, imaging, 3D methods
Responsibilities
Scientific curation and development of the vertebrate collection, develop a visible portfolio of collection-based research, take responsibility for the relocation of the collection items, secure external research funds, publish results in international scientific outlets, establish collaborations with regional and international projects, communicate with external stakeholders, participate in teaching
Seniority
Senior, Tenure Track