The University of Oldenburg is seeking to fill the following position:
Postdoctoral researcher in Plankton Ecology
| Paygrade | E13 |
|---|---|
| Working Hours | 100% (suitable for part-time) |
| Institution | Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM) (School V of Mathematics and Science) |
| Location | Oldenburg (Old) |
| Application Deadline | 13.06.2025 |
| First day of work | 01.09.2025 |
| Limited | for a period of 5 years |
Benefits at University of Oldenburg
30 days vacation
Secure remuneration according to collective agreement
Company pension scheme
Further education opportunities
Flexible working hours
Health management
Remote working
Compatibility of career and family
Support with childcare
University Sports Centre
About us
ICBM is an interdisciplinary research institute for fundamental and applied marine research. The internationally renowned institute aims at understanding the functioning of marine environmental systems through close cooperation of the various scientific disciplines (chemistry, biology, physics, mathematical modelling) of its more than 20 research groups.
Your tasks
The position is available in the Plankton Ecology group at the ICBM Wilhelmshaven. For more information on our research and teaching, please visit our lab website (https://uol.de/en/icbm/research-groups/plankton-ecology).
Your profile
We expect a team-oriented, communicative and open-minded researcher with
- Excellent doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) and a qualifying university degree (master or diploma) in the natural sciences with a focus on marine ecology, biological oceanography or a related field of ecology
- Own scientific profile in plankton ecology (phyto-/zooplankton) as evidenced by (e.g.) international peer-reviewed publications, postdoctoral training, project proposals, or conference contributions
- Strong background in general ecological frameworks and interest in ecological theory, to be detailed in the letter of motivation
- Willingness and ability to contribute to the teaching of the Plankton Ecology Lab, previous teaching experience is an advantage
- Fluent written and spoken English, German language skills are advantageous (a successful candidate should be able to teach in German within 2 years)
- Motivation to write own proposals for third party funding, previous experiences is an advantage
We offer
- A stimulating scientific environment in an internationally connected, open, and friendly working group
- Mentoring and support to establish an internationally visible profile in ecology, both through support within the working group and through several schemes that are available the University of Oldenburg to support your academic career
- Laboratory facilities for empirical marine ecology, including experimental setups from microcosms to indoor-mesocosms, climate chambers, culture collection of self-isolated marine and freshwater phyto- and zooplankton, microscopy facilities, nutrient analyses, flow-cam
- Access to near-coast field sites and boats
- The possibility for own scientific qualification
Our standards
The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increase the percentage of female employees in the field of science. Therefore, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance to § 21 Section 3 NHG, female candidates with equal qualifications will be preferentially considered. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference in case of equal qualification.
Contact
For further information regarding this position, please contact Prof. Dr. Helmut Hillebrand (helmut.hillebrand@uol.de) or Dr. Maren Striebel (maren.striebel@uni.oldenburg.de).
Apply now
Please send your application via e-mail by 13.06.2025 to
Applications must include a cover letter, academic curriculum vitae with list of publication, research statement (max 3 pages), teaching statement (max 1 page), and qualification documents (final academic records).
Please submit the application as one PDF document to Prof. Dr. Helmut Hillebrand.
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