Institute of Evolutionary Medicine PhD Position 80 % Start of employment as soon as possible but no later than January 1, 2025, temporary The Evolutionary Morphology Group of the Institute of Evolutionary Medicine, University of Zurich ) is seeking to fill the position of a PhD student to work on a NSF-SNSF co-funded project entitled “Evolutionary and ontogenetic foundations of modern body form: inferences from the juvenile early Homo skeletons from Nariokotome, Kenya, and Dmanisi, Georgia” (in collaboration with Tea Jashashvili, University of Southern California, and Christopher Ruff, John Hopkins University). The PhD will be part of the PhD Program in Evolutionary Biology . Your responsibilities The project aims to analyse the known Homo erectus skeletons using advanced virtual imaging techniques and modern reference samples to explore aspects such as evolutionary changes in body proportions and growth trajectories, skeletal development, pathology, and biomechanical adaptations in response to bipedalism. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to collect data abroad and present their findings at international conferences, as well as to collaborate in other projects of the group. In addition, they will assist in teaching as well as in training and mentoring of students. Your profile Requirements include a Master's degree or equivalent in anthropology, palaeontology, biology or a related field. Applicants should show a strong interest in human evolution and enjoy publishing, while a background in virtual techniques, human anatomy, or biomechanics is desirable. What we offer Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers. More What we offer Work-Life Balance Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing) Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH More Learning and Development Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich More Food Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution More Healthcare Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ Free seasonal flu vaccinations Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower More Discounts Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions Special conditions on hotel reservations More Conditions of Employment Policies of the UZH Most UZH staff are employed according to public law More International Services Support for people from outside Switzerland More Campuses Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg More Location Institute of Evolutionary Medicine Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich, Switzerland Information on your application Applications should be submitted no later than September 30, 2024. They should include: 1) a letter of motivation highlighting your interests (not to exceed 2 pages) 2) a curriculum vitae 3) your Master thesis 4) names and contact information of two referees Salary will be according to the regulations of the Swiss National Science Foundation. Please note that the position requires relocation to Zurich. Further information Questions about the job Nicole Torres TamayoPostdoc +41 44 635 05 30 Contact Form Contact question to: Nicole Torres Tamayo Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get back to you shortly. Questions about the application procedure Martin HäuslerGroup Leader +41 44 635 05 30 Contact Form Contact question to: Martin Häusler Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *Ich akzeptiere hiermit die DatenschutzerklärungSend Thank you for your message. We will get back to you shortly. Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch. Working at UZH The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
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