💵 Salary: $25,200 – $34,200/year
🗓️ Application Deadline: July 20, 2025
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The GLOBE Research Group at the University of South Bohemia invites applications for a Post-doctoral Researcher to join a prestigious ERC-CZ funded project on animal migrations in a changing world. This ambitious international study aims to explore how climate change and human pressures impact the adaptive value of migration across latitudinal gradients — from the Arctic to Patagonia.

🌎 Research Themes

• Ecology and evolution of migration

• Predator-prey dynamics and parasite loads

• Climate change and life-history strategies

• Population dynamics and conservation of migratory birds

🧪 Your Role

• Lead and conduct ornithological fieldwork across Europe and South America

• Analyze ecological data, conduct comparative research, and synthesize published studies

• Manage large datasets and contribute to peer-reviewed publications

• Supervise students, coordinate field teams, and engage with conservation stakeholders

• Present findings at conferences and promote research to public and scientific audiences

🎓 What You Bring

• PhD in evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, zoology, or a related field

• Field experience (preferably Arctic/tropical) and ornithological skills (e.g., bird handling)

• Proficiency in R and statistical modeling

• Strong publication record and teamwork skills

• Valid driver’s license (required)

🌟 What We Offer

• Two-year contract (extendable), fully funded by ERC CZ grant

• Fieldwork access at premier global sites (e.g., Svalbard, Patagonia, Amazonia)

• $7,500/year research travel allowance + bonuses

• Full institutional support, professional admin services, and grant mentorship

• 5 weeks paid vacation, meal & mobile subsidies, flexible work schedule

• English-speaking international environment on a vibrant science campus

• Family-friendly university amenities including on-campus kindergarten

📍 Why České Budějovice?
A historic, affordable, and vibrant university town near pristine natural reserves, UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, and the Šumava National Park — offering exceptional quality of life and access to unique field environments.

📄 How to Apply
Send the following (in English, as separate PDFs) to Vojtěch Kubelka at vkubelka@prf.jcu.cz:

1. Letter of Interest (max 2 pages) – outline your motivation and fit

2. Curriculum Vitae (max 4 pages) – highlight experience and achievements

3. Contact Info for Three References

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