registration number: fb17-0027-wmz-2024

Entry date:
as soon as possible

Application deadline:
2024-12-01

Salary:
E 13 TV-H

Duration:
3 years

Volume of employment:
part-time (65 %)

The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers a variety of excellent programs of study for around 22,000 students and confronts the important topics of our time through excellent research across a broad spectrum of sciences.

The Department of Biology, research group “Animal Ecology” from Prof. Dr. Anne Mupepele, is currently accepting applications for a

Research Assistant (Doctoral Researcher)

The position is offered for a period of three years, if no former times of qualification must be considered. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is part-time (65 % of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 65 %).

Tasks:

• scientific services in research and teaching
• design and execution of a research project investigating the effects of climate change on ground-nesting wild bees, such as Colletes cunicularius and Andrena vaga
• field experiments conducted at our research site near Marburg Open Forest, using 40 bee flight cages
• presentation of research findings in team meetings and at scientific conferences
• authoring and publishing peer-reviewed scientific articles
• contributing to research-oriented BSc und MSc programs in the Deparment of Biology

The position is limited to a time period deemed adequate for the completion of a doctoral degree. As part of the assigned duties, there will be ample opportunity to conduct the independent scientific research necessary for the completion of a doctorate. The limitation complies to § 2, 1 WissZeitVG.

Profile:

• MSc degree (or equivalent) in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, or a related field
• strong knowledge of experimental research design and methods to realize the project (including ecological statistics using R)
• ecological and taxonomic knowledge, especially with regard to bees, is an asset
• excellent writing and presentation skills in English and good proficiency in German or a willingness to learn
• ability to work independently with self-motivation and initiative
• effective team player with strong collaboration skills

Disposition to own scientific qualification (e.g. a doctorate project in the area of animal ecology) is expected

We offer:

• supportive research environment with a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere and a regular professional exchange with other research teams
• access to a PhD educational program for advanced training and development
• state ticket for free use of public transportation in Hesse
• german retirement plan (VBL) benefits
• flexible working hours

Potential integration into a European research project with approximately 20 partner universities, contingent on the positive evaluation and funding of an EU Horizon grant application, offering access to a broad international network

We actively support the professional development of junior researchers by the offers of Marburg Research Academy (MARA), the International Office, the Higher Education Didactics Office and the Human Resources Development Office.

Contact for more Information

Prof. Dr. Anne Mupepele

+49 6421-28 23386

mupepele@uni-marburg.de

We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in SGB IX (§ 2 Abs. 2, 3) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded.

Please apply by 1st of December 2024 using the application-button below.