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MAMax Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology

PhD position in field-based human and/or ape locomotor biomechanics(m/w/x)

Leipzig
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced

Reconstructing locomotor evolution using living ape models via field-based data collection. Prior fieldwork experience with mammals required. Scientific freedom, state-of-the-art equipment, structured training program.

Requirements

  • Interest in human origins
  • Competency in computational data processing
  • Prior fieldwork experience with mammals
  • Master's degree in related field
  • Excellent academic performance
  • Strong motivation for PhD
  • Fluent written and spoken English
  • Willingness to conduct fieldwork-based research
  • Effective collaboration and teamwork skills
  • Experience with machine learning applications
  • Experience with biomechanical recording equipment
  • Interest in primate functional morphology

Tasks

  • Investigate great ape and human locomotor biomechanics
  • Conduct field-based data collection
  • Perform computational and quantitative analyses
  • Examine functional morphology through experimental approaches
  • Reconstruct locomotor evolution using living ape models
  • Collaborate within the Minerva Fast Track Research Group
  • Utilize high-resolution imaging and experimental biomechanics
  • Contribute to the reconstruction of early hominin behavior

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Machine learning
  • Biomechanical recording equipment
  • 3D motion capture

Benefits

Informal Culture

  • Scientific freedom

Modern Equipment

  • State-of-the-art equipment
  • Project consumables and equipment

Other Benefits

  • Excellent research environment

Learning & Development

  • Structured training program
  • German language courses

Family Support

  • Work and family compatibility
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