02/06/2026
Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics of the CAS announces an open competition in accordance with the Act No. 283/1992 Coll. on the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the Statutes of the Czech Academy of Sciences for a position Part time postdoctoral position in animal genetics and ecology.

Institute of Animal Physiology and Genetics of the Czech Academy of Sciences in Liběchov, Czech Republic announces a call for a:

 

Part time postdoctoral position in animal genetics and ecology

 

The Laboratory of Non-mendelian evolution is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral position to join our team. We investigate how changes in reproductive mode impact on genome evolution, phenotypes and, ultimately, the formation of new species. Our particular focus is to understand how cis- and trans- regulatory interactions between genes and subgenomes in hybrids relate to thier reproduction and performance. 

 

https://www.iapg.cas.cz/en/laboratories/Laboratory-of-Non-Mendelian-Evolution/Research/

 

 

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in zoology
• at least 3 years of practice in genetics research of aquatic fauna namely fish and zooplancton
• ability to work independently and in a collaborative team
• proactive approach to solving problems and driving projects forward
• fluent English (spoken and written)

 

Conditions:

• half year contract with 4 hours per week
• starting date: 9th March 2026
• workplace address: Liběchov, Rumburská 89
• access to state-of- the-art laboratory equipment and facilities
• career development opportunities, including participation in international conferences and workshops
• a collaborative and supportive research environment
• five weeks of vacations, five sick-days, subsidized meals, pension insurance
• institute holds HR Award https://www.iapg.cas.cz/en/hr-award/

 

 

Required documents in the single PDF file via email to: Human.Resources@iapg.cas.cz

• two-page CV with education research experiences and skills, a copy of diploma
• cover letter
• contact information for at least 1 reference

 

Closing date for applications: 25th February 2026

 

 

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Application deadline: 02/25/2026