Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter - Leipzig, Deutschland - German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv)

German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv)

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Leipzig, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Job advertisement

Vacancy ID: 217/2023

Closing date:
Friedrich Schiller University is a traditional university with a strong research profile rooted in the heart
focused on the areas Light—Life—Liberty. It is closely networked with non-research institutions,
research companies and renowned cultural institutions. With around 18,000 students and more than
8,600 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena's character as a cosmopolitan and
future-oriented city.

The German Centre for integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig seeks to fill the
position of a

Scientific Employee

on the iDiv Flexpool Project:
"Relating community assembly to

ecosystem functioning (CAFE) across trophic levels in space and time"
commencing
024 or at the earliest opportunity thereafter and
limited to 31 December

2025. The position is offered with reservation of possible budgetary restrictions and dependent upon
final approval of funding

This is a full-time position with 40 hours per week; place of work is the Population Ecology Group at the
Institute of Ecology and Evolution, FSU Jena.

Background:

The
German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig is a National

Research Centre funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). Its central mission is to promote

theory-driven synthesis and data-driven theory in this emerging field. It is jointly hosted by the Martin

Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU), the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU), the University of

Leipzig (UL), and the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ). For more information please

Biodiversity-Ecosystem-Functioning (BEF) experiments and observational studies have shown that

invertebrate consumer biomass varies in space and time, but it is largely unexplored to what extend

partitioning approach on data from an BEF experiment (Jena Experiment) and an observational study

(Biodiversity Exploratories), this project aims to understand how a change in consumer diversity affects

ecosystem functioning. Specifically, we will evaluate how consumer species richness, species identity

and species traits influence consumer biomass in time and space. The project will be conducted in

collaboration with researchers from the three iDiv institutions and the TU Darmstadt: PD Anne Ebeling

at the FSU Jena, Dr. Jes Hines Leipzig University, Dr. Emma Ladouceur MLU Halle, PD Christiane Roscher

and Prof. Oliver Schweiger Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) Leipzig, Dr. Michael

Staab TU Darmstadt.

Your responsibilities:

Data analysis of longterm dataset
Preparation of projectrelevant manuscripts
Writing of scientific publications
Presentation of scientific results at national and international conferences and local

conferences

Your profile:

Scientific University degree (Diploma/ M.Sc.) in biology, preferentially ecology, a doctoral

degree is desirable

At least three years of experience in research and in the publication of scientific results
Expertise and experience in the field of plantconsumer interactions, community ecology and/

or experimental biodiversity research

Advanced skills in statistical programming and data analyses
Interest and ability in preparing highimpact manuscripts for international journals
Excellent English communication skills (spoken and written)
Teamoriented with interest and ability in interdisciplinary research and organizational skills

We offer:

Work in a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary environment in the beautiful city of Jena
Opportunities to develop and advance scientific networks
Flexible working hours and a familyfriendly working environment
Participation in our iDiv career support programme
Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. capital formation benefits (VL), Job Ticket (benefits for public

transport), and an occupational pension (VBL)

Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the

qualifications—, including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective
agreement.

30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31
Cover letter describing the motivation for the project, research interests, and relevant

experience

Complete curriculum vitae including names and contact details of at least two scientific

references
- digital copy of master and PhD certificate or equivalent

suitability.

(Halle-Jena-Leipzig), Scientific Networks, Puschstr. 4, 04103 Leipzig.

iDiv is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive community that collectively
supports and implements our mission to do great science. We will welcome, recruit, develop, and
advance talented staff from diverse genders and backgrounds.