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The Falulty of Biology, Department of Theoretical Biology, has the following job opening:

Research Position (PhD candidate)

ID: Wiss26250

starting: as soon as possible
part-time 65 %
salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
fixed-term

The department of Theoretical Biology works on mathematical modelling and computer simulations to address ecological and evolutionary questions. In this context, the dynamics of small populations as well as the causes and consequences of biodiversity, especially of individual differences within a species, are of particular interest.

Your Tasks

Research tasks 70 %):

development of mathematical models, statistical models and/or computer simulations

Examples of possible research topics:

consequences of individual differences within a species for population dynamics, e. g. establishment of species in new locations, extinction processes and survivial
consequences of individual differences for eco-evolutionary dynamics of interacting species in a changing environment
models for evolution of genetic and phenotypic variance

The exact definition of the research topic will be discussed with the successful candidate.

Teaching tasks (25% %):

participation in developing and teaching courses of the Faculty of Biology (2,6 contact hours per week)

Other tasks (5 %):

organisational tasks in the working area

The employment is conducive to academic qualification; opportunities for (further) academic qualification are provided.

Your Profile

We expect

completed scientific university degree (e. g. Master or equivalent) in Biology, Mathematics, Bioinformatics or any other relevant natural science
interest in both biological and mathematical issues
knowledge of at least one programming language
very good written and spoken scientific English
independent, self-reliant and dedicated style of work
motivation and communication skills for collaborative work in a diverse and interdisciplinary team

Preferred experience and skills

experience with mathematical modelling
knowledge of ecology and evolution
initial experiences in leading exercise sessions/tutorials
ability to teach in German

We offer

salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
fixed-term (3 years) (§ 2(1) sentence 1 of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
part-time 65 %

internal and external training opportunities
variety of health, consulting and prevention services
reconcilability of family and work
flexible working hours
30 days holiday and additional days off on 24.12. and 31.12.
good transport connection
supplementary company pension
collegial working environment
open and pleasant working atmosphere
exciting, varied tasks

Application Procedure

We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please preferably use our online form via the application button below.

application deadline: 14.08.2026

Contact
Prof. Dr. Meike Wittmann
+49 (0)521 106-67627
meike.wittmann@uni-bielefeld.de

Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
Faculty of Biology
Prof. Dr. Meike Wittmann
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld

Bielefeld University has received a number of awards for its achievements as an equal-opportunity employer and has been recognized as a family-friendly university. The university welcomes applications from women. This is particularly true with regard both to academic and technical posts as well as positions in information technology as well as the skilled crafts and trades. Applications are handled according to the provisions of the state statutes on equal opportunity. Applications from suitably qualified handicapped and severely handicapped persons are explicitly encouraged. At Bielefeld University on request positions can be carried out with reduced working hours as long as this does not conflict with official needs.

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