Research Scientist and Curator (m/f/d) of the section Vertebrata (Tenure Track) (Biologe/Biologin)

Senckenberg Society for Nature Research (SGN), headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, is seeking to fill the following position at the Senckenberg Museum of Natural History in Görlitz, ideally as of April 1, 2027: Research Scientist and Curator (m/f/d) of the section Vertebrata (Tenure Track) (full time / part time options available) Location: Görlitz Employment scope: full time / part time options are available Type of contract: initially limited to three years; the type of time limitation depends on individual profile and legal framework (maximum 3+3 years). A later permanent employment is planned after a positive evaluation. A permanent employment is planned after a positive evaluation Remuneration: collective agreement of the German Länder, TV-L E13 The Senckenberg Society for Nature Research is a member of the Leibniz Association and has been investigating the “Earth System” worldwide for more than 200 years, examining the past, analysing the present, and developing projections for the future. We conduct integrative geobiodiversity research with the aim of understanding nature in all its complexity and diversity in order to preserve it as the foundation of life for future generations and to ensure its sustainable use. Across eight institutes and five research stations throughout Germany, scientists from more than 40 countries conduct research at the highest international level. The renowned Senckenberg Museum of Natural History, located in the medieval town of Görlitz, combines research at an international level with extensive collections and an engaging museum program. The surrounding Upper Lusatia region offers a large variety of opportunities for experiencing nature. Senckenberg is committed to study the causes and effects of biodiversity loss in the Anthropocene. As part of our strategic development, we launched an ambitious long-term research effort in “Anthropocene Biodiversity Loss” encompassing the modules “Collectomics”, “Biodiversity Genomics”, and “Solu