Professor Dr. Oliver Hawlitschek

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Biography

Oliver Hawlitschek is an independent group leader at the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies at the University of Zurich. He has a strong focus on biodiversity conservation, particularly in relation to herpetology and entomology. His research interests include species concepts, species delimitation, taxonomy, phylogenetics, phylogenomics, and conservation biology management. Over the years, he has held various positions including lecturer and head of a molecular genetics lab at institutions like Universität Hamburg and the Bavarian State Collection of Zoology. His work has contributed to understanding genetic diversity in endangered species and addressing methodological challenges in genomic analysis. He has been associated with IUCN SSC as a member of the snake and lizard specialist group and has published numerous articles in renowned scientific journals, contributing significantly to the field of evolutionary biology.

Research Interests

Species Concepts Species Delimitation Herpetology Entomology Taxonomy Phylogenetics Phylogenomics Conservation Biology Management

Experience

Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Lecturer in Biodiversity, especially focusing on invertebrates.

Head of Molecular Genetic Lab

2019-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Centrum für Naturkunde (CeNak) • Hamburg, Germany

Led a molecular genetics lab, focusing on biodiversity analysis.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2017-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Bavarian State Collection of Zoology (ZSM) • Munich, Germany

Conducted research under the DFG framework TaxonOMICS.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2015-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Institut de Biologia Evolutiva (CSIC - UPF) • Barcelona, Spain

Focused on evolutionary biology research.

Scientific Coordinator

2014-01-01 — 2015-01-01

DNA Barcoding Fauna Bavarica II • ZSM, Munich, Germany

Coordinated a scientific project on DNA Barcoding.

Conservation Consultant

2013-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Planungsbüro Beutler • Munich, Germany

Provided consultancy on conservation-related projects.

Freelance Biologist

2011-01-01 — Present

Independent •

Contributed as a member of the IUCN SSC snake and lizard specialist group.

Graduate Fellow

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

ZSM, Department of Herpetology • Munich, Germany

Conducted research and studies in herpetology.

Graduate Fellow

2009-01-01 — 2011-01-01

ZSM, Department of Coleoptera • Munich, Germany

Engaged in research activities related to beetles.

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits

Application Checklist

  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter

Specialization Notes

Department of Law