PhD position in Paleoecology & Paleogenomics

Within the framework of the GENICA project, a 4-year PhD position is available at the Institute of Plant Sciences and Oeschger Centre for Climate Change Research of the University of Bern, Switzerland. The successful applicant will be responsible for investigating the impact of past climate and human disturbance on mountain vegetation using pollen, plant macrofossils, and ancient DNA.

• This project has significant implications for understanding long-term vegetation shifts and population genetic processes.
• You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in paleoecology, paleogenomics, and statistical analysis.

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