Postdoctoral position in Theoretical Evolutionary Biology and Social Interactions

vor 2 Wochen

Lausanne, Waadt, Schweiz UNIL Vollzeit CHF 60'000 - CHF 90'000 pro Jahr
Introduction

The University of Lausanne is a research and higher education institution composed of seven faculties where approximately 15,000 students and nearly 5,000 professors, researchers and staff work and study. Ideally situated along the lake of Geneva, near Lausanne's city center, its campus brings together over 120 nationalities.

Présentation

The Group of Prof. Laurent Lehmann is proposing a Postdoctoral (Premier Assistant) position in Theoretical Evolutionary Biology at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne, Switzerland. The postdoc will join a team working mainly on developing and analyzing mathematical models to understand the evolutionary dynamics of social traits and human behavior. Interests include, but are not limited to, the evolution of preferences, cultural transmission, life-history, large-scale societies, social interactions, and ESS theory.

For more information on the lab, visit

Informations liées au poste

Expected start date in position: The first of a month during 2026 or to be agreed upon

Contract length: 1 year, renewable twice for two years

Activity rate: 100%

Workplace: Lausanne-Dorigny

Vos activités

The research project will be defined together with the group leader based on the Postdoc interests and competences in the field of theoretical evolutionary biology. Most of her/his/their time will be dedicated to research, but a contribution to teaching is expected, including the possibility of supervising master students. The job description stipulates:

70% Personal research

25% Participation to teaching activities and master student supervision

5% Maintenance of lab equipment or other institutional tasks.

Votre profil

We are seeking to recruit someone with a strong interest and a PhD degree in evolutionary biology, physics, mathematics or economics, with advanced skills in mathematical or computational modelling (e.g. dynamical systems, stochastic processes, control theory, game theory).

Interpersonal skills

  • Good cooperative skills with other researchers and team members
  • Good communication skills, ability to keep an open-mind, ability to communicate your ideas to others
  • Be motivated and be able to motivate others
Vos avantages

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment, with

opportunities for professional training. Possibilities of continuous training, a lot of activities and other opportunities to discover. The Department of Ecology and Evolution in Lausanne University hosts research groups working on a broad range of topics, producing a rich intellectual and social life. Although French is the common language in Lausanne region, the department research activities and seminars are conducted in English. The campus is located on the shore of the Geneva Lake, with the view on the Alps.

Pour tout renseignement complémentaire

For further information please contact Prof. Laurent Lehmann:

Délai de candidature

Deadline to apply:

Formal applications should include:

  • a cover letter detailing your research interests, experience and motivation for applying;

  • your CV;

  • a copy of your PhD certificate; if you haven't yet finished your PhD indicate the scheduled or expected date. A contract as Postdoc/1er assistant can't be issued before the completion of the thesis.

  • the names of two or three referees.

To receive full consideration, application documents should be uploaded online through the University of Lausanne recruitment platform.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

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