Scientific Researcher–Ecosystem Analysis: The University of Koblenz, Germany’s youngest university with a strong academic tradition, is seeking a Scientific Researcher (m/f/d) in the newly established group “Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis” under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Kenneth Dumack. This position is funded by the DFG (German Research Foundation) and focuses on research into microbial bioindicators in wastewater treatment.
Scientific Researcher (m/f/d) – Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Scientific Researcher (m/f/d) |
| Research Area | Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis, Microbial Ecology |
| Location | University of Koblenz, Germany |
| Employment Type | Full-time (39 hours/week), Fixed-term (2.5 years) |
| Salary | Pay group 13 TV-L |
| Application Deadline | 16 May 2025 |
Designation
Scientific Researcher (m/f/d)
Research Area
Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis, with a focus on microbial bioindicators, ecological data analysis, and wastewater treatment processes.
Location
University of Koblenz, Institute for Integrated Natural Sciences, Department of Biology, Aquatic Ecosystem Analysis, Koblenz, Germany.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Biology, Aquatic Science, or related fields.
- Ph.D. degree (optional; opportunity for doctoral qualification is available if not yet completed).
- Strong experience in ecological data analysis.
- Programming skills (preferably in R) are advantageous.
- Experience with environmental sequencing (e.g., metabarcoding) is desirable.
- Preference for candidates with expertise in microbial eukaryotes (protists).
- Good German language skills are mandatory.
Job Description
- Active participation in research, teaching, and academic self-governance.
- Participation in sample collection and field excursions.
- Presentation of research findings at scientific conferences and in journals.
- Work within the DFG-funded project focusing on the collection and meta-analysis of long-term wastewater treatment plant data.
- Data collection will mainly involve telephone consultations with treatment plant operators.
What We Offer
- Exciting and varied work in a collegial team with open communication structures.
- Remuneration according to Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L.
- Public sector benefits (annual special payment, pension plan through VBL).
- Family-friendly policies, flexible working hours.
- Wide range of health-promoting sports activities.
How to Apply
Please send your application documents (as a single PDF file) including the reference number 060/2025 by email to:
📧 bewerbung@uni-koblenz.de
For inquiries, contact:
Prof. Dr. Kenneth Dumack
📧 kenneth.dumack@uni-koblenz.de
⚠️ Please refrain from sending application photos. After the recruitment process, documents will be deleted in accordance with data protection regulations.
Last Date for Application
🗓️ 16 May 2025
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