Postdoctoral Researcher in Biogeochemistry: Join the esteemed NWO-NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the framework of the ANEMOI project. You’ll delve into the effects of chemicals from offshore wind turbines on the lower-trophic level marine ecosystem, contributing to vital research for sustainable ocean management.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Marine Ecology and Biogeochemistry
Summary Table:
- Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Research Area: Marine Ecology, Biogeochemistry, Ecotoxicology, Hydrodynamics, Numerical Modelling
- Location: Hybrid, ‘t Horntje, Texel, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Department: Coastal Systems (COS)
- Duration: 2 years
- Starting Date: 1 January 2025
- Closing Date: 3 June 2024
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Oceanography, Biology, or related field
- Affinity for numerical modelling and/or knowledge of ecotoxicology
- Strong computational skills
- Excellent oral and writing skills in English
- Ability to facilitate interdisciplinary and international collaboration
Job Description: You will be involved in implementing toxicological effects of organic leachates from paints and metals from corrosion protection anodes used on offshore wind farm turbines. Your focus will be on assessing the metabolic functioning of filter-feeding organisms in a lower-trophic level biogeochemistry and ecosystem model for the North Sea. You’ll explore the cascading effects on the model ecosystem and collaborate with researchers within the ANEMOI project on various aspects including laboratory experiments and field observations.
How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter outlining your research interests and relevant experience, and contact information for two references to working@nioz.nl. For inquiries about the vacancy, contact Dr. Johan van der Molen.
Conditions:
- Employment duration: 2 years
- Salary: Compliant with CAO-WVOI scale 10 or 11 based on experience
- Benefits: Pension scheme, holiday allowance, relocation expenses, and more
Last Date for Apply: 3 June 2024
More Information: For further details about the vacancy, contact Dr. Johan van der Molen. For procedural inquiries, email working@nioz.nl. Interviews are scheduled for 18 June 2024. Visit https://www.interregnorthsea.eu/anemoi for more about the ANEMOI project.
