Scientific Staff Position: The Chair of Zoology III (Ecological Station Fabrikschleichach) at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg seeks to fill a full-time Scientific Staff position, initially for a period of 3 years with the possibility of extension for up to an additional 3 years. The position, located in Fabrikschleichach, involves research on biodiversity and the functional role of arthropods and other organisms in temperate regions, with connections to forests and other ecosystems. Responsibilities include supporting the Chair of Biodiversity of Temperate Regions, overseeing experimental research areas in the University forest, data analysis and synthesis, project development and application, and participation in teaching activities.
Scientific Staff Position in Terrestrial Animal Ecology
Designation: Scientific Staff (Wissenschaftlicher Dienst)
Research Area: Terrestrial Animal Ecology
Location: Fabrikschleichach, Würzburg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates should hold a scientific university degree in Ecology, Biology, with a particularly qualified Ph.D. in Ecology or Biology (with a zoological/ecological focus). Experience in terrestrial animal ecology and preferably in biodiversity and ecosystem function research is required. Candidates should demonstrate extensive international publication experience, excellent knowledge of ecological statistics, proficiency in R, and proficiency in both German and English. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for field research are necessary.
Job Description: The position involves a wide range of responsibilities, including supporting the Chair of Biodiversity of Temperate Regions, managing experimental research areas, analyzing and synthesizing data, developing and applying for projects, and contributing to teaching activities at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. levels. The position is aimed at fostering the qualification of early-career researchers and offers the opportunity for habilitation.
How to Apply: Applicants should submit comprehensive application documents, preferably in a single PDF document, to oekologische-station@uni-wuerzburg.de no later than April 21, 2024. For inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Jörg Müller at +49-16090966475 or joerg.mueller@uni-wuerzburg.de.
Last Date for Apply: April 21, 2024
The University of Würzburg is committed to increasing the proportion of women in research and encourages qualified women to apply. Equally qualified disabled applicants will be given preference. Please note that only copies of application documents should be submitted, as they will be destroyed after the selection process. If a postage-paid envelope is included, application documents will be returned three months after the conclusion of the selection process.
