Bioinformatics

Key competences

Advanced knowledege in Linux bash, R (incl. multiple models and statistical approaches), phylogenetic softwares (with Bayesian and Maximum Likelihood algorithms), population genetics (STRUCTURE, ADMIXTURE, statistics), graphic software (Photoshop, Lightroom, ImageJ, Fiji)

Basic knowledge in Python, LaTeX, Clusters, Ecological Niche Modelling, organismic networks,

Laboratory

All necessary steps from DNA extraction to PCR, DNA purification, library preparation, metabarcoding protocols, in vitro micropropagation of plants, sterile work, microbiological work, husbandry of various invertebrates

Field Studies

Over a decade experience in photography (macro & wildlife), participated in and guided many arachnological and herpetological excursions (incl. capturing and detection techniques), advanced medical first response, and excursion planning.

Research

Experience in herpetological and arachnological integrative taxonomy (ecological, morphological & molecular), digital scientific sketching, behavioral studies, microscopy techniques, and preservation & preparation of vertebrates and invertebrates.