Biological Anthropologist

Biological anthropologists study the physical characteristics, behavior and evolution of humans, their ancestors and related species.

Biological anthropologists find employment primarily

• at universities and scientific institutes
• in medical and forensic laboratories

They also find employment

• in archaeological and natural history museums

The salary level for Biological Anthropologist in Germany is: up to None EUR per month

• Carry out research projects, e.g. on biological variability, behavior and the phylogeny of humans, if necessary also in an interdisciplinary manner and in cooperation with other departments at home and abroad
• In the sub-area of ​​paleoanthropology, research the development of hominid lines based on fossil finds
• In the sub-area of ​​prehistoric anthropology, analyze human relics (e.g. skeletal remains); use the results to draw conclusions about (pre)historic living and working conditions, food and housing conditions
• If necessary, examine genetic samples of human remains in the laboratory
• Use imaging techniques such as 3D technology or micro-computer tomography
• In the sub-area of ​​forensic anthropology, participate in the identification of perpetrators and victims in the field of forensic medicine; if necessary, answer questions about the length of time the bones have been lying and the environment in which they lie
• In the sub-area of ​​industrial anthropology, examine workplaces, work processes, operating elements, software and industrial products for usability and user-friendliness; advise experts on the development of ergonomic work processes and products
• Train young scientists, design, prepare and conduct courses such as lectures, seminars, exercises and internships
• Carry out organisational and administrative tasks, e.g. obtain research funding (third-party funding)