Research assistant (m/f/d)
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Intro
The Research Assistant position at Justus Liebig University Giessen involves contributing to the externally funded DFG Research Unit 5664 'Agroforestry for sustainable multifunctional agriculture (FORMULA)'. The role includes conducting soil sampling and analysis, determining soil carbon sequestration, contributing to greenhouse gas measurement campaigns, and publishing results in international journals. The position offers flexible working hours, training opportunities, and a family-friendly work environment. Applicants should have a Master's degree in environmental sciences or related fields, a doctorate/PhD, knowledge in soil science, and the ability to work in a team. Proficiency in German and English is required. Female candidates are encouraged to apply, and applications from disabled individuals will be given preference.
Tasks
- Contribute at soil sampling campaigns
- Independent soil sampling and analysis
- Determine soil carbon sequestration and storage
- Contribute at greenhouse gas measurement campaigns
- Publish results in international journals
Requirements
- Master's or equivalent degree in environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, ecology, geo sciences or similar
- Knowledge in soil science and plant-soil interactions
- Insights into practical agriculture
- Ability to work in a team
- Communication skills
- Willingness to undertake fieldwork
- Fluency in German and English
- Driver's license class B, ideally BE
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Free use of local public transport
- Training seminars and workshops for personal development
- Remuneration according to TV-H
- Company pension scheme
- Child allowance
- Good compatibility of family and career
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