Postdoctoral; Premier Assistant) position in Evolutionary Biology

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

The group of Prof. Alexandre Roulin is proposing a
Postdoctoral (Premier Assistant) position in Evolutionary Biology
at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne, Switzerland. Thepostdoc will join a dynamic team working mainly on conservation biology in evolutionary biology. For more information, see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./en

Expected start date in position : 01.01.2027

Contract length : 1 year, renewable depending on funding availability

Activity rate : 100%

The research project will be defined together with the group leader based on the Postdoc interests and competences in the field of population ecology. Most of his/her 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.

We are seeking to recruit someone with a strong interest and a PhD degree in biology, with skills in population dynamics. Experience with R would be an advantage. The applicants should have a strong ability to work in a team as PhD students are also involved in this project.

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits 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 Leman Lake, with the view on the Alps.

For further information please contact Prof. Alexandre Roulin :
Alexandre.

Roulin

Deadline : 30.09.2026
Formal applications should include:

• a cover letter detailing your research interests, experience and motivation for applying;
• your CV;
• a copy of your PhD certificate (or when you will get it);
• 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.

• equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
• offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance;
• supporting early career researchers.