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PhD position (m/f/d) “Arctic phytoplankton”
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GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel is a foundation under public law jointly financed by the Federal Republic of Germany (90%) and the State of Schleswig-Holstein (10%). It is one of the internationally leading institutions in the field of marine research.
Through our research and our commitment to the transfer of knowledge and technology, we contribute significantly to the preservation of the function and protection of the ocean for future generations.
The research unit Biological Oceanography of the research division 2, Marine Biogeochemistry, is offering a
PhD position (m/f/d) “Arctic phytoplankton”
starting on September 1st, 2024, subject to project approval. The position offers the possibility to attain a doctoral degree in natural sciences.
Job Description
The loss of global biodiversity is one of the greatest challenges of our time. Each species has an important function in the ecosystem, such as maintaining nutrient cycles and primary production. The loss of species can therefore mean that some of these functions are no longer fulfilled. However, biodiversity is poorly understood in many systems. This is particularly true for marine plankton in the Arctic.
As part of a collaborative project, we are looking for a PhD student to carry out experimental studies on Arctic phytoplankton and their parasites (especially mycoplankton) and their environmental tolerances in order to assess possible future impacts of climate-induced changes on marine communities. In particular, key biochemical indicators will be analysed to identify functional changes in primary producers in relation to climate change and the impact of parasitic organisms.
Qualification
Must have:
- M.Sc. in biological oceanography, limnology, environmental sciences or a comparable field.
- The willingness and ability to participate in sea expeditions lasting several weeks, e.g. in the Arctic
- Very good knowledge of plankton
Advantageous:
- Previous experience in experimental work with phytoplankton and phytoplankton cultures
- Knowledge in the field of mycoplankton
At a workplace, directly on the Kiel Fjord with many leisure and recreational opportunities, we offer you:
- Good conditions for work-life balance: We offer, among other things, the possibility of mobile working and individual working time arrangements, *) vacation courses for the children of our employees, and good support in finding a place in a daycare center at the Kiel site
- Support services for professional and personal life situations
- An exciting work environment with the opportunity to provide important impetus for the development of sustainable solutions
- Exciting topics in an international environment
- Work in the field of marine and climate research, a forward-looking area with social significance
- 30 vacation days + additional time off at Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- Company pension plan and capital-forming benefits
The position is limited to 3 years and is expected to start on 1st September 2024 (subject to project approval).
The salary depends on qualification and could be up to the class E13 TVöD-Bund of the German tariff for public employees. This is a doctoral position paid at 75% of a full-time equivalent.
GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel seeks to increase the proportion of female scientists and explicitly encourages qualified female academics to apply.
GEOMAR is an equal opportunity employer and encourages scientists with disabilities to apply. Qualified disabled applicants will receive preference in the application process.
Please send your application for this post not later than June 30th, 2024, under the following link:
Please note the password "INDIFUN-AI" in the subject line. As soon as the selection procedure has finished, all your application data will be removed according to data protection regulation.
For further information regarding the position and research unit please contact Prof. Dr. Anja Engel (aengel(at)geomar.de).
However, we will answer all your questions if you send us an e-mail to bewerbung(at)geomar.de. In doing so, please refer to the keyword “INDIFUN-AI”.
For further information on GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel or the Helmholtz Association, please visit www.geomar.de or www.helmholtz.de.
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