Postdoc in biogeography and macroecology

The Dean of the Faculty of Science announces a selection procedure for the job position of Postdoc in biogeography and macroecology .
Research Field: Biogeography and Macroecology

Number of Posts: 1
Department/Facility: Department of Zoology
Type of contract: Fixed-term contracts
Hours per Week: 40
Location: 17. listopadu 50, Olomouc
Offer Starting Date: 01.08.2026

https://zoologie.upol.cz/

We are seeking a highly motivated, productive and cooperative postdoctoral researcher to study biogeography and macroecology of species pools across biomes. We combine large-scale databases, citizen science data, fieldwork, and advanced computational approaches to analyze regional and local diversity of birds in forests and savannahs worldwide. We are keen on macroecology, biogeography, macroevolution, and modelling. We are seeking an ambitious postdoctoral researcher to strengthen our science and complement our team at the Department of Zoology, Palacky University in Olomouc, Czechia. 

• Independent research: biogeographic, comparative, and phylogenetic analyses of global datasets of birds, linked to environmental, climatic, and geohistorical data
• Lead writing and publishing high-quality papers
• Active participation in shaping the collaborative effort of the project team

Essential

• Ph.D. in evolutionary biology, ecology, zoology or a related discipline
• Strong publication record in high-quality journals in biogeography, evolutionary biology, ecology or a related field (appropriate for a career stage)
• Experience in state-of-the-art analysis of ecological and evolutionary data
• Scientific curiosity, independent and conceptual thinking, and team spirit
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Proficiency in R language programming and strong quantitative skills

Desirable

• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced biogeographic, comparative, and phylogenetic methods, quantitative methods in biodiversity studies, GIS in R, and spatial statistics
• Experience with process-based models in ecology and biogeography
• Knowledge of other programming languages (Julia, Python) and cluster-based computing

• Participation on an exciting eco-evo project, fully funded by the Czech Science Foundation
• Work-life balance respecting and supportive environment, flexible working hours
• Employee benefits, and life in a pleasant and safe city
• Competitive salary
• The position is available for up to 28 months (until the end of 2028)

Send one PDF file (max. 5 MB) including your CV, list of publications, a short cover letter stating your previous work, qualification and motivation, and names and e-mails of two references

Remeš Vladimír, prof. Mgr., Ph.D., vladimir.remes@upol.cz, +420585634221

I want to respond to the offer

The deadline for application is 15.03.2026.

Additional Information

The Palacký University reserves the right not to fill the position in an exceptional case without giving any reason or to cancel the selection procedure.