Research Position (PhD candidate)

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The Faculty of Biology, Department of Behavioural Ecology, has the following job opening:

Research Position (PhD candidate)

ID: Wiss24657

• starting: 1 June 2025
• part-time 65 %
• salary according to remuneration level 13 TV-L
• fixed-term
  
  

The Department of Behavioural Ecology studies behavioural interactions between individuals in relation to ecological influences, in particular the function and mechanism of chemical communication, the impact of skin bacteria on body odor, the function of preen oil of birds, behavioural adaptation to human-induced environmental changes, causes and consequences of individual variation in the gut microbiome, and niche choice and conformance to the environment. The species we are studying are mainly vertebrates such as passerines (Taeniopygia guttata, Parus major, Cyanistes caeruleus, Charadriidae), salamanders (Salamandra salamandra), bats (Saccopteryx bilineata) and various lizzard species. The working group is international and the working language is English.

Anthropogenic noise has become an ever-present pollutant across ecosystems, posing significant threats to wildlife. Birds are especially vulnerable due to their dependence on acoustic cues for communication, navigation, and mate selection. Despite the widespread impacts of noise pollution, our understanding of the exact physiological, behavioural, and molecular mechanisms through which it affects bird populations remains limited. In this research project, the candidate will examine how anthropogenic noise influences fitness-related behaviours, gene expression profiles, and gut microbiota in birds, employing a comprehensive approach, integrating physiological, behavioural and molecular analyses. This highly collaborative project requires frequent, reciprocal interactions and exchanges among partner institutions, fostering a vibrant, stimulating environment which supports the growth and development of early-career researchers. The candidate will have the opportunity to work at the intersection of multiple disciplines, including molecular biology, ecophysiology and animal behaviour.

Your Tasks

Research tasks (100 %):

• conducting behavioural and physiological experiments on captive zebra finches
• employing multi-omic analyses, including transcriptomics and microbiome profiling
• analyzing data and preparing high-quality research publications
• presenting research findings at national and international conferences
  
  

Employment is conducive to scientific qualification.

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
• good transport connection
• supplementary company pension
• collegial working environment
• open and pleasant working atmosphere
• exciting, varied tasks
  
  

Your Profile

We expect

• completed scientific university degree (e. g. Master or equivalent) in Biology, Ecology, Animal Behaviour or any related field
• strong interest in behavioural ecology and molecular biology
• experience with data analysis, preferably with the software R
• very good written and spoken English language skills
• high level of organizational and communication skills
• independent, self-reliant and dedicated style of work
• very high motivation
  
  

willingness and ability to work in an international and multidisciplinary research team

Preferred Experience And Skills

• experience with molecular techniques and/or behavioural experiments
• publications in international journals
• experience in working with animals and/or proven attendance of an animal experimentation course (e. g. Felasa or similar)
  
  

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: 03.01.2025

Contact

Dr. Öncü Maraci Karaoglan

+49521 106-2810

oncu.maraci[AT]uni-bielefeld.de

Postal Address

Universität Bielefeld

Faculty of Biology

Dr. Öncü Maraci Karaoglan

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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