Positions

We are an inter-disciplinary lab. We use methods borrowed from exact sciences to address fundamental questions in biology. We are always on the lookout for highly-motivated, curious and creative MSc, PhD and post-docs candidates. See below list of currently available positions. As an interdisciplinary lab we accept candidates from diverse backgrounds. However, for most of our projects, applicants should have good quantitative skills and knowledge of a programming language.

Specific positions currently available:

1. Post-doc position: We have an opening for a post-doctoral fellow to research the evolution of “self-incompatibility”: a genomic mechanism plants have evolved to avoid self-fertilization. The research will use a variety of tools, such as: mathematical modeling, computer simulations and genomic data analysis. Applicants should have a prior degree in either mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering, or related field. Priority will be given to candidates with background in stochastic processes or in population genetics. Prior background in evolutionary biology or plant science is an advantage, but not a must. Good programming skills (preferentially Matlab or Python) are required. The exact project will be tailored to the candidate.

This project will be co-supervised together with Prof. Ohad Noy Feldheim from the Einstein Institute of Mathematics in the Hebrew University.

For more details on the position and to apply, check this link.

This position is open until filled. Applications received by 15/2/2026 will receive full consideration.

2. MSc position: we have an opening for an MSc student starting in Oct 2026. Two possible projects are available: (i) an empirical project to study transitions between mating modes in wild tomatoes. (ii) a computational-theoretical project.

Applicants should be curious, highly-motivated and have keen interest in basic research.

Applicants interested in the the second project should be familiar with programming (preferentially Python or Matlab, but other languages could work too), and have good quantitative skills. This position is open until filled.

Competitive scholarships will be offered.

For any inquiries regarding available positions, please send an email to tamar.friedlander@mail.huji.ac.il

Interested, but unsure? feel free to contact Tamar for further information.