Aug 4, 2026
Postdoc Position in Developmental and Evolutionary Genetics
Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, University of Florida
A postdoc position is available in the Hopkins Lab at the University of Florida. The successful candidate will use computational and experimental approaches to study the evolution of organs and cell types.
Our research seeks to understand the genetic mechanisms and evolutionary pathways through which organs and their functions originate and diversify through time. We take a comparative approach, using patterns of evolutionary diversification across species to uncover general principles of biological design that shape organ architecture, function, and evolution. Much of our work focuses on Drosophila, moving beyond melanogaster as a model organism to develop the wider Drosophilidae family and its >4000 morphologically, ecologically, and behaviourally diverse species as a model clade. But we are also starting to branch out into other insect and vertebrate groups. Our work makes use of a wide range of computational and experimental approaches, including gene regulatory network inference, comparative genomics, genome editing, and single-cell ‘omics. Over time, postdocs will be provided with support to develop an independent research program that aligns with the lab's broad interests in developmental and evolutionary genetics.
The Hopkins Lab is based at the University of Florida, which is consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the US. The lab is housed in UF's Genetics Institute, a cross-departmental institute that brings together a wide variety of researchers with interests in genetics. Our corridor alone is home to groups working on evolutionary biology, comparative genomics, developmental biology, and functional genetics, opening up rich opportunities for interactions and collaboration with like-minded researchers. Our building also houses UF's biotechnology core, complete with state-of-the art imaging suites and sequencing facilities. Gainesville itself is a vibrant college town with a lively nightlife, great bars and restaurants, excellent live music scene, and offers easy access to Florida's diverse natural landscapes—from crystal-clear springs and pine forests to wetlands and the white sandy beaches of the coast.
Start date is flexible. Multi-year funding is available from start-up funds.
If interested, please contact Ben Hopkins ([email protected]) with a CV, a statement of research interests and experience, and the names of three references.
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Assistant Professor of Genetics
Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, University of Florida
The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Genetics. The Department has begun a major expansion of the faculty as part of a 5-year strategic plan. We seek outstanding creative investigators in any area of genetics (using any genetic systems), including but not limited to gene expression and regulation, functional genomics and systems biology, developmental genetics, immunogenetics, molecular mechanisms of disease, evolutionary genetics, and other related fields.
The Department has active research programs in mammalian (human, mouse), Drosophila, viral, bacterial, cancer, and comparative genetics, together with expertise in gene discovery, genome editing, transcriptional and co/post-transcriptional regulation, Developmental biology (including evo-devo), RNA biochemistry, disease mechanisms, structural biology, protein biochemistry, multi-omics, and computational biology. The Department offers a highly collegial and collaborative environment and interactions with numerous Colleges (Agriculture, Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Medicine, Public Health and Health Professions), Institutes (Emerging Pathogens, Genetics, McKnight Brain) and Centers (Cancer, CDC Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases, Inflammation & Mucosal Immunology, NeuroGenetics, NIH Southeast Center for Integrated Metabolomics) that foster interdisciplinary research at UF. Further information about the Department can be found at https://mgm.ufl.edu.
All applicants MUST apply online through Careers at UF. https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539676/assistant-professor-genetics-mammalian-genetics
In order to be considered, you must upload references, cover letter, CV, Research Statement, and Teaching Statement. Applications received by August 31, 2026 will receive full consideration.
May 8, 2026
Postdoctoral Positions in Evolutionary Developmental Biology of Fish – Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
The Nakamura Lab (http://nakamuralab.com/) in the Department of Genetics at Rutgers University is seeking two postdoctoral researchers who investigate the genetic and developmental mechanisms underlying fish diversity and evolutionary novelties.
Our lab integrates functional genomics, genetics, embryology, and comparative anatomy across diverse vertebrate systems, including actinopterygians (e.g., spotted gar and zebrafish) and chondrichthyans (sharks and rays). We welcome applicants with strong backgrounds in developmental biology, evolutionary biology, genomics (wet or dry), genetics, or any other related fields. Experience in fish embryology, high-throughput sequencing, or bioinformatics is a plus but not required. The salary of these positions is subject to the NIH stipend levels.
Rutgers University is located in New Brunswick, NJ (45 minutes from NYC), within a vibrant research corridor offering extensive collaborative opportunities. The lab maintains active research connections with the American Museum of Natural History and the Marine Biological Laboratory.
To apply, please contact the PI below with CV and information of three references
Tetsuya Nakamura
[email protected]
March 31, 2026
PhD: UniFreiburg. Evo-Devo-Tempo in Medaka fish and Related Species
The Emmy-Noether group of Dr. Ali Seleit at the University of Freiburg (Germany) is seeking 2 PhD candidates to investigate the genetic basis of developmental timing and size control in vertebrates.
These fully-funded DFG positions (TV-L E13, 65% for 36 months) offer an exciting opportunity for evolutionary developmental biologists. The projects utilize the Japanese rice fish (Oryzias latipes) and related species to understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying developmental timing.
Methodologies in our lab include:
Genetic hybridization: hybrid F1 and F2 families from different Oryzias species
Genomic analysis: building and annotating genomes of Oryzias species
Multi-omics: scRNAseq, proteomics, and metabolic profiling
Genome editing: CRISPR/Cas9 microinjections to generate knock-ins and crispants
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Developmental Biology, Genetics, or a closely related field
Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques
Basic coding and computational data analysis skills (e.g., Python, R)
Highly Encouraged:
Experience with aquatic model systems (medaka, zebrafish, killifish), advanced light microscopy, sequencing library preparation, or advanced computational data analysis (de-novo genome assembly, scRNAseq).
Application Deadline: 01.05.2026 Start Date: 01.06.2026 (or by mutual agreement)
How to Apply:
Please submit a single PDF containing a cover letter detailing your research interests, a CV, relevant transcripts/certificates, and contact details for two academic references.
Send your application via email, citing the reference "PhD-Seleit-2026", to [email protected] by 01.05.2026 at the latest.
For more information, please visit our website: http://seleit-lab.com
Technical Staff Position – Emmy-Noether funded Group, Dr. Ali Seleit
The Centre for Integrative Biological Signalling Studies (CIBSS) and the Faculty of Biology at the University of Freiburg are pleased to announce an open technical position in the newly founded Emmy-Noether funded research group of Dr. Ali Seleit, focusing on: Genetics of embryonic developmental timing and size control in vertebrates.
Application Deadline:
01.05.2026Published: 01.04.2026Start Date: 01.06.2026 (or by mutual agreement)
Position: Full-time (Limited for 3 years with possibility to extend another 3)
Salary: TV-L E9 – E13Description
The technical staff member will support research in Dr. Ali Seleit’s Emmy-Noether funded group and will be involved in experimental and molecular biology tasks, including:
Technical laboratory activities:
Fish husbandry: Collecting, screening, breeding, and maintaining Oryzias fish lines.Molecular cloning: Constructing plasmids and libraries in microbial systems (E. coli, S. cerevisiae) for subsequent transgenesis in Oryzias fish.
Genomic analysis: Extracting DNA from embryos, preparing sequencing libraries, and performing quality control for whole-genome sequencing (WGS).Single-cell genomics: Performing tissue dissociation, nuclei extraction, and library preparation for single-cell RNA sequencing (sci-RNA-seq).Genotyping and screening: Conducting PCR-based genotyping and fluorescence-based screening of fish embryos.
Genome editing: Performing CRISPR/Cas9 microinjections at the 1-cell stage to generate mutants and knock-in lines.In vitro fertilization (IVF): Carrying out IVF techniques in fish to produce genetic hybrids.
Laboratory Management, Training, and Supervision:
Onboarding and training: Supporting new group members in learning laboratory techniques, protocols, and safety practices.Coordination:
Organizing lab schedules, team meetings, cleaning rotations, and promoting best practices.Laboratory operations: Managing general lab infrastructure, including instrument maintenance, ordering of consumables, inventory management, stock upkeep, and maintaining the lab calendar.
Data management: Ensuring adherence to the group’s data management plan and proper documentation of experiments.
Requirements
We are looking for a motivated and skilled candidate who meets the following requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree from an accredited university or technical school, or equivalent laboratory experience in molecular biology or a related field.
Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequencing).Experience in molecular cloning methods (Gibson Assembly, Golden-Gate, restriction/ligation).
Independent, well-organized work style with an eagerness to learn new methods and protocols.
Ability to manage responsibilities across multiple collaborative projects.Fluent spoken and written English.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with aquatic model systems.
Experience with sequencing library preparation (DNA/RNA).
Experience with in vitro fertilization (IVF) techniques in fish models.
What We Offer
A dynamic, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research environment.Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research in developmental genetics and vertebrate biology.Supportive mentorship and training in advanced molecular and genomic techniques.
How to Apply
Please submit your complete application in English—including a cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates—as a single PDF document. Please submit your materials by 01.05.2026.
Please send your application electronically via email, citing the reference "Technician-Seleit-2026", to [email protected] by 01.05.2026 at the latest.
Postdoc Position in Developmental and Evolutionary Genetics
Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, University of Florida
A postdoc position is available in the Hopkins Lab at the University of Florida. The successful candidate will use computational and experimental approaches to study the evolution of organs and cell types.
Our research seeks to understand the genetic mechanisms and evolutionary pathways through which organs and their functions originate and diversify through time. We take a comparative approach, using patterns of evolutionary diversification across species to uncover general principles of biological design that shape organ architecture, function, and evolution. Much of our work focuses on Drosophila, moving beyond melanogaster as a model organism to develop the wider Drosophilidae family and its >4000 morphologically, ecologically, and behaviourally diverse species as a model clade. But we are also starting to branch out into other insect and vertebrate groups. Our work makes use of a wide range of computational and experimental approaches, including gene regulatory network inference, comparative genomics, genome editing, and single-cell ‘omics. Over time, postdocs will be provided with support to develop an independent research program that aligns with the lab's broad interests in developmental and evolutionary genetics.
The Hopkins Lab is based at the University of Florida, which is consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the US. The lab is housed in UF's Genetics Institute, a cross-departmental institute that brings together a wide variety of researchers with interests in genetics. Our corridor alone is home to groups working on evolutionary biology, comparative genomics, developmental biology, and functional genetics, opening up rich opportunities for interactions and collaboration with like-minded researchers. Our building also houses UF's biotechnology core, complete with state-of-the art imaging suites and sequencing facilities. Gainesville itself is a vibrant college town with a lively nightlife, great bars and restaurants, excellent live music scene, and offers easy access to Florida's diverse natural landscapes—from crystal-clear springs and pine forests to wetlands and the white sandy beaches of the coast.
Start date is flexible. Multi-year funding is available from start-up funds.
If interested, please contact Ben Hopkins ([email protected]) with a CV, a statement of research interests and experience, and the names of three references.
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Assistant Professor of Genetics
Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, University of Florida
The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Genetics. The Department has begun a major expansion of the faculty as part of a 5-year strategic plan. We seek outstanding creative investigators in any area of genetics (using any genetic systems), including but not limited to gene expression and regulation, functional genomics and systems biology, developmental genetics, immunogenetics, molecular mechanisms of disease, evolutionary genetics, and other related fields.
The Department has active research programs in mammalian (human, mouse), Drosophila, viral, bacterial, cancer, and comparative genetics, together with expertise in gene discovery, genome editing, transcriptional and co/post-transcriptional regulation, Developmental biology (including evo-devo), RNA biochemistry, disease mechanisms, structural biology, protein biochemistry, multi-omics, and computational biology. The Department offers a highly collegial and collaborative environment and interactions with numerous Colleges (Agriculture, Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Medicine, Public Health and Health Professions), Institutes (Emerging Pathogens, Genetics, McKnight Brain) and Centers (Cancer, CDC Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases, Inflammation & Mucosal Immunology, NeuroGenetics, NIH Southeast Center for Integrated Metabolomics) that foster interdisciplinary research at UF. Further information about the Department can be found at https://mgm.ufl.edu.
All applicants MUST apply online through Careers at UF. https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539676/assistant-professor-genetics-mammalian-genetics
In order to be considered, you must upload references, cover letter, CV, Research Statement, and Teaching Statement. Applications received by August 31, 2026 will receive full consideration.
May 8, 2026
Postdoctoral Positions in Evolutionary Developmental Biology of Fish – Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
The Nakamura Lab (http://nakamuralab.com/) in the Department of Genetics at Rutgers University is seeking two postdoctoral researchers who investigate the genetic and developmental mechanisms underlying fish diversity and evolutionary novelties.
Our lab integrates functional genomics, genetics, embryology, and comparative anatomy across diverse vertebrate systems, including actinopterygians (e.g., spotted gar and zebrafish) and chondrichthyans (sharks and rays). We welcome applicants with strong backgrounds in developmental biology, evolutionary biology, genomics (wet or dry), genetics, or any other related fields. Experience in fish embryology, high-throughput sequencing, or bioinformatics is a plus but not required. The salary of these positions is subject to the NIH stipend levels.
Rutgers University is located in New Brunswick, NJ (45 minutes from NYC), within a vibrant research corridor offering extensive collaborative opportunities. The lab maintains active research connections with the American Museum of Natural History and the Marine Biological Laboratory.
To apply, please contact the PI below with CV and information of three references
Tetsuya Nakamura
[email protected]
March 31, 2026
PhD: UniFreiburg. Evo-Devo-Tempo in Medaka fish and Related Species
The Emmy-Noether group of Dr. Ali Seleit at the University of Freiburg (Germany) is seeking 2 PhD candidates to investigate the genetic basis of developmental timing and size control in vertebrates.
These fully-funded DFG positions (TV-L E13, 65% for 36 months) offer an exciting opportunity for evolutionary developmental biologists. The projects utilize the Japanese rice fish (Oryzias latipes) and related species to understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying developmental timing.
Methodologies in our lab include:
Genetic hybridization: hybrid F1 and F2 families from different Oryzias species
Genomic analysis: building and annotating genomes of Oryzias species
Multi-omics: scRNAseq, proteomics, and metabolic profiling
Genome editing: CRISPR/Cas9 microinjections to generate knock-ins and crispants
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Developmental Biology, Genetics, or a closely related field
Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques
Basic coding and computational data analysis skills (e.g., Python, R)
Highly Encouraged:
Experience with aquatic model systems (medaka, zebrafish, killifish), advanced light microscopy, sequencing library preparation, or advanced computational data analysis (de-novo genome assembly, scRNAseq).
Application Deadline: 01.05.2026 Start Date: 01.06.2026 (or by mutual agreement)
How to Apply:
Please submit a single PDF containing a cover letter detailing your research interests, a CV, relevant transcripts/certificates, and contact details for two academic references.
Send your application via email, citing the reference "PhD-Seleit-2026", to [email protected] by 01.05.2026 at the latest.
For more information, please visit our website: http://seleit-lab.com
Technical Staff Position – Emmy-Noether funded Group, Dr. Ali Seleit
The Centre for Integrative Biological Signalling Studies (CIBSS) and the Faculty of Biology at the University of Freiburg are pleased to announce an open technical position in the newly founded Emmy-Noether funded research group of Dr. Ali Seleit, focusing on: Genetics of embryonic developmental timing and size control in vertebrates.
Application Deadline:
01.05.2026Published: 01.04.2026Start Date: 01.06.2026 (or by mutual agreement)
Position: Full-time (Limited for 3 years with possibility to extend another 3)
Salary: TV-L E9 – E13Description
The technical staff member will support research in Dr. Ali Seleit’s Emmy-Noether funded group and will be involved in experimental and molecular biology tasks, including:
Technical laboratory activities:
Fish husbandry: Collecting, screening, breeding, and maintaining Oryzias fish lines.Molecular cloning: Constructing plasmids and libraries in microbial systems (E. coli, S. cerevisiae) for subsequent transgenesis in Oryzias fish.
Genomic analysis: Extracting DNA from embryos, preparing sequencing libraries, and performing quality control for whole-genome sequencing (WGS).Single-cell genomics: Performing tissue dissociation, nuclei extraction, and library preparation for single-cell RNA sequencing (sci-RNA-seq).Genotyping and screening: Conducting PCR-based genotyping and fluorescence-based screening of fish embryos.
Genome editing: Performing CRISPR/Cas9 microinjections at the 1-cell stage to generate mutants and knock-in lines.In vitro fertilization (IVF): Carrying out IVF techniques in fish to produce genetic hybrids.
Laboratory Management, Training, and Supervision:
Onboarding and training: Supporting new group members in learning laboratory techniques, protocols, and safety practices.Coordination:
Organizing lab schedules, team meetings, cleaning rotations, and promoting best practices.Laboratory operations: Managing general lab infrastructure, including instrument maintenance, ordering of consumables, inventory management, stock upkeep, and maintaining the lab calendar.
Data management: Ensuring adherence to the group’s data management plan and proper documentation of experiments.
Requirements
We are looking for a motivated and skilled candidate who meets the following requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree from an accredited university or technical school, or equivalent laboratory experience in molecular biology or a related field.
Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequencing).Experience in molecular cloning methods (Gibson Assembly, Golden-Gate, restriction/ligation).
Independent, well-organized work style with an eagerness to learn new methods and protocols.
Ability to manage responsibilities across multiple collaborative projects.Fluent spoken and written English.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with aquatic model systems.
Experience with sequencing library preparation (DNA/RNA).
Experience with in vitro fertilization (IVF) techniques in fish models.
What We Offer
A dynamic, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research environment.Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research in developmental genetics and vertebrate biology.Supportive mentorship and training in advanced molecular and genomic techniques.
How to Apply
Please submit your complete application in English—including a cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates—as a single PDF document. Please submit your materials by 01.05.2026.
Please send your application electronically via email, citing the reference "Technician-Seleit-2026", to [email protected] by 01.05.2026 at the latest.
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