CareerPlan

Research Scientist and Curator (m/f/d) of the section Vertebrata (Tenure Track)

Görlitz, Neiße, SACHSENFull-time2026-09-15 → 2026-11-10

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

Research Scientist and Curator (Tenure Track)

Builds

International research infrastructure through collection management, networking, and growth.

Domain

Natural history / Zoology / Mammalogy

Required skills

Expert knowledge of mammals, PhD in biology/zoology, third-party funding acquisition, project management, supervising staff, German (B2), English (fluent), Class B driving license

Preferred skills

Molecular/biochemical techniques, research data management, zoological collection curation

Technologies

Genomics, morphometrics, AI, imaging, 3D methods

Responsibilities

Scientific curation and development of the vertebrate collection, develop a visible portfolio of collection-based research, relocate collection items to the new campus, secure external research funds, publish results, establish collaborations, communicate with external stakeholders, participate in teaching

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship