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The Institute of Botany and Landscape Ecology , Moorland Research Group and Experimental Plant Ecology Group of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the University of Greifswald, is seeking to fill a part-time position (50%) from July 1st, 2026, until March 31st, 2027 , subject to funding approval. research assistant The position is to be filled. There is an option to extend the contract for at least 3 years. Remuneration is based on pay grade 13 TV-L Wissenschaft (Collective Agreement for Public Service Employees in the German States).  The position is located within the project “Sphagnum paludiculture as a sustainable agricultural use of raised bog soils (MOOSland).” MOOSland is a model and demonstration project (MuD) by the University of Greifswald and seven partners from Lower Saxony, funded by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management (BMLEH). Over its ten-year duration, the project will investigate, using two pilot areas for sphagnum paludiculture – (a) Hankhauser Moor/Ammerland district, (b) Barver Moor/Diepholz district – how the cultivation and utilization of sphagnum moss biomass can be implemented on a large scale. Sphagnum paludiculture combines the rewetting of raised bog soils with the continuation of productive agricultural use and the production of a high-quality, renewable substrate raw material for professional horticulture. Furthermore, MOOSland is part of the PaludiNetz project network, which facilitates a nationwide exchange on the conversion to the management of wet peatlands (paludiculture) as well as on ecological and socio-economic accompanying studies. We offer you a challenging, diverse, and interesting position in a transdisciplinary, forward-looking research project. At the University of Greifswald, a partner in the Greifswald Moor Centre, you can expect a dynamic working environment with ample opportunity for initiative. Job tasks: Support for the project consortium management Administrative coordination of the joint project, including the organization of regular project meetings and coordination of reporting. Preparation of scientific findings for knowledge transfer, networking, stakeholder management, public relations Professional planning and execution of thematic events Supervision of interns, supervision of theses Participation in the scientific monitoring of field trials, scientific analysis and publication, including data management. Hiring requirements: Excellent communication and organizational skills Completed university degree (Diploma or Master’s) in a relevant field, especially in landscape ecology, geosciences, agricultural sciences, or environmental sciences Excellent knowledge of German and English Independent work with a hands-on mentality, team spirit, helpfulness and reliability Desired: Experience in coordinating large research groups Experience in the administrative handling of third-party funded projects Experience in public relations and knowledge transfer Botanical knowledge Experience in data management This job posting is open to all persons regardless of gender. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. According to § 68 para. 3 PersVG MV, the participation of the staff council in personnel matters of the scientific/artistic staff only takes place upon request.  Unfortunately, the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern cannot reimburse any costs you incur as part of the application process. Please note that submitting your application constitutes your consent under data protection law to the processing of your application data by us. Further details regarding the legal basis and data usage can be found  here . Applications with the usual documents should preferably be sent by email (one PDF file) quoting job posting number 26/Wi10 by June 24, 2026 to: University of Greifswald,Institute of Botany and Landscape Ecology,Dr. Greta Gaudig,Soldmannstr. 15,17489 Greifswald gaudig@uni-greifswald.de

The Division of Agricultural Entomology investigates interactions between crops and insects, with a particular focus on chemical ecology and insect behavior. Its research spans both fundamental and applied questions with the aim of developing sustainable strategies for crop protection.The position offers the opportunity for advanced academic qualification (habilitation or equivalent) and will initially be filled on a fixed-term basis for 3 years, with the option to extend for an additional 3 years following a positive interim evaluation. Your profile Completed university degree (Master or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, agricultural sciences, or forestry sciences. Excellent PhD, preferably in plant-insect interactions or a closely related field. Postdoctoral experience in a relevant research area. Strong publication record in renowned, peer-reviewed Q1 journals, particularly after the PhD. Methodological hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular biology, metabolomics, insect behavior, or AI-based phenotyping. Very good command of English, both written and spoken; knowledge of German would be an asset. Proven success in acquiring third-party funding, such as project grants, fellowships, or consumables funding. Experience in university teaching and in the supervision of students. Your tasks Establish and lead an independent research program in agricultural entomology / chemical ecology with the goal of habilitation or an equivalent qualification. Acquire competitive third-party funding to support your research. Supervise and mentor early-career researchers, including doctoral candidates and Master’s and Bachelor’s students. Design and deliver teaching in agricultural entomology at Bachelor’s and Master’s level in English (4 hours per week during semester). Contribute actively to academic self-governance and committee work. We offer An international, interdisciplinary research environment in an active and collaborative division. Substantial scope to develop and shape your own research profile in agricultural entomology / chemical ecology. Access to modern laboratory facilities, greenhouses, and agricultural experimental fields. Collaborations with leading research institutions and partners from practice and industry in agriculture, crop protection, and plant breeding. The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports its employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of qualification equals, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant. Please upload your application in one pdf file including the usual documents until 7/9/2026 on the application portal of the university using this link: http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76528 . For more information get in touch with Michael Rostás directly via email: michael.rostas@uni-goettingen.de, Tel. 0551 39-29744 . Please note:With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the Information General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Application Form

Main Tasks: You will mine large genotypic and phenotypic datasets and apply biometric approaches to study genotype by environment interactions for diseases and other agronomic traits in wheat. Develop genomic selection models for the traits and validate the models on the obtained progenies. The genetic material to be used in the project is obtained both from genebank and the breeding material. You will thus have the unique opportunity to be involved in a project in close collaboration with the plant breeders and thus gain first-hand experience of benefits and limitations of genomic selection in a real-world case study. Required Qualifications: • A doctoral degree in Crop Science, Agricultural or Environmental Sciences, Plant Pathology, Systems Biology, or a related field • Strong interest in quantitative genetics and the interaction between genetics, plant physiology, environment, and pests/diseases. • Solid skills in programming and data analysis (eg, R, Python). • Experience with process-based models, genomic prediction models (GP), experimental datasets, or parameter estimation is an advantage. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and international team. • Very good command of English, both written and spoken  The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports its employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of qualification equals, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant.  Please send your application, including all required documents, in a single PDF file by July 7, 2026 , to the following email address: plantbreeding@gwdg.de . For further information, please contact Aakash Chawade by email at aakash.chawade@uni-goettingen.de . Please note:With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the https://uni-goettingen.de/GDPR

Background Currently, there are almost no studies conducted on the climate impact of tropical agroforestry systems where measurements of carbon sequestration and non-CO2 greenhouse gas fluxes are combined. In this project, we will investigate whether the complexity of agroforestry can be used to explain variations in climate impact of different agroforestry systems in East Java, Indonesia. Along replicated gradients of agroforest systems with increasing complexity, soil greenhouse gas fluxes (using chamber method) and carbon inventories will be measured and compared to the reference (treeless) land use. This project is in collaboration with Indonesian counterparts and includes a stay in Indonesia of approximately 15 months. The incumbent will closely collaborate with an Indonesian PhD student who will assess agroforest complexity by assessing parameters reflecting differences in stand structure, species richness and management practices. For more information see: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/81309.html . Your tasks Research works on assessing soil greenhouse gas fluxes in agroforestry systems of different complexity in the landscape surrounding Malang, Indonesia. Ordering and shipping research materials to Indonesia Preparation of sites in Indonesia used in the research project. Bi-weekly quantification of soil greenhouse gas emissions of the agroforestry and reference systems over the course of one year. Organization and implementation of field works on the participating farms and laboratory works to prepare samples for analyses. Statistical analysis of collected data. Publication of the scientific results in peer-reviewed journals as well as presentation at national and international scientific conferences and practical seminars Collaboration (ie sharing data and synchronizing field works) with other participants in the project, especially with our Indonesia counterparts.  Your Profile • Master’s degree in soil science, geo-ecology, forestry, agriculture or related discipline with excellent grades from an internationally recognized University.• Research focus on soil greenhouse gas fluxes, soil organic carbon and/or soil nutrient cycling.• Good knowledge of ecological statistics (using R).• Interest to collaborate with other researchers in this interdisciplinary project; Willingness to learn Bahasa Indonesia.• Enthusiasm for research in the field of integrative and interdisciplinary land use sciences.• Proficiency in English; knowledge of German and/or Bahasa Indonesia will be an advantage.• Driving license (Class B). The position should serve the qualification of young academics and offers the possibility of PhD. Please submit a letter of motivation, CV with copies of certificates and contacts of references. Information about the Soil Science (PTS) group can be found at http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/67070.html .   The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports its employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of qualification equals, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant. Please upload your application in one pdf file including the usual documents until 6/26/2026 on the application portal of the university using this link: http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76504 . For more information get in touch with Edzo Veldkamp directly via email: eveldka@gwdg.de, Tel. 0551397339 . Please note:With submission of your application, you accept the processing of your applicant data in terms of data-protection law. Further information on the legal basis and data usage is provided in the Information General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Application Form