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Subject: Lab Manager post (Ancient DNA): Germany

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Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz
Lab Manager
Ancient DNA Lab
Institute of Anthropology

One postdoctoral position as lab manager in the ancient DNA Lab is available at the Institute of Anthropology, Molecular Archeology Group, Mainz University, Germany ( http://www.uni-mainz.de/FB/Biologie/Anthropologie/AG%20Alt/AG%20Alt_Home/HomeFrameset-6.html ).

The Mainz aDNA lab analyses ancient DNA from prehistoric skeletal remains in the context of population studies spanning all epochs. We seek a candidate specialising in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry and/or forensic biology with a broad qualification in ancient DNA or (human) population genetics. Previous work experience in prehistoric archaeology or anthropology is a plus.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated both in the technical and management sections of lab work. The technical work will involve the handling, extraction and analysis of DNA from human samples (Neolithic population dynamics in Central Europe). The position also involves participation both in the training and co-supervision of postgraduate and PhD students working in different sub-projects within an interdisciplinary environment. The applicant is also expected to participate in grant applications as well as in some teaching. Being part of an interdisciplinary group of scientists organized in the “Geocycles” excellence cluster at Mainz University (www.geocycles.de ), close cooperation within the cluster is essential.
The position will be available from November 1st 2007 for a period of 3 years (for the present); Salary: 13 TV-L

Applicants must send a letter stating research interests, CV, and three letters of reference; e-Mail applications are preferred.
Closing time for applications: October 09, 2007

Please address applications and further inquiries to:
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Kurt W. Alt
altkw@...
Institute of Anthropology
Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz
Colonel-Kleinmann Weg 2
D - 55129 Mainz
Germany