The Federal Institute of Hydrology offers two PhD positions (m/f/d) in the field of aquatic chemistry and aquatic ecotoxicology.
Research associate (m/f/d) in aquatic chemistry
The Federal Institute of Hydrology offers a PhD position (M.Sc. (analytical) chemistry, environmental sciences, geoecology or equivalent) in the field of aquatic chemistry. The 4-year position starts on 01. January 2027.
About the project
As part of the interdisciplinary and innovative research project MEG-Div (“The underestimated role of the macrophyte-epiphyton-grazer complex as a biodiversity component in federal waterways: ecological and ecotoxicological relevance”), you will investigate the uptake, transfer and transformation of organic micropollutants in the MEG complex as well as pollutant impacts on metabolic processes.
To this end, you will develop and employ innovative analytical methods to detect and identify both known and unknown organic micropollutants, transformation products and metabolites, while also conducting field sampling campaigns and microcosm studies.
Your profile
We are seeking an applicant with excellent knowledge of environmental chemistry, particularly regarding the fate of organic micropollutants in aquatic ecosystems. In addition;
- Experience in the application of mass spectrometric techniques and the analysis of resulting data is required.
- You should demonstrate a high motivation for scientific research and publication, including the preparation of a PhD thesis.
- Knowledge on statistical data analysis and programming skills are advantageous.
- Very good knowledge of English and basic knowledge of German is required. The interview can be held in English or German according to your preference.
Further information
The position offers exciting scientific and organisational tasks in a highly relevant field of applied research. See the following link for the complete task description (in German only) or contact Dr. Beckers (Beckers@bafg.de); Dr. Wick (Wick@bafg.de) or Prof. Dr. Ternes (ternes@bafg.de).
Application page: https://www.bav.bund.de/SharedDocs/StellenangeboteEBV/20261782_0002.html?nn=210554
PhD-student (m/f/d) position (75 %) in aquatic ecotoxicology
The Federal Institute of Hydrology offers a PhD-position (M.Sc. Biology, Environmental Sciences,
Ecotoxicity, Ecology or equivalent) in the field of aquatic exotoxicology. The 4-year position starts on January 01, 2027.
About the project
The position will be in the research project MEG-Div addressing interactions within the macrophyte-epiphyton-grazer (MEG) complex and the effects of organic micropollutants on these interactions. As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will shape the research activities in the project, plan and conduct ecotoxicological laboratory experiments and microcosm-studies. You will develop new ecotoxicological methods and apply classic as well as modern techniques such as RNA-sequencing, DNA-metabarcoding and imaging.
You will process and analyse resulting data to mechanistically describe and interpret toxic effects on aquatic organisms. You will also be responsible for the scientific writing of reports and peer-reviewed publications and for the presentation of project results at scientific conferences and meetings. The preparation of a dissertation accompanying the project is desired.
The position offers exciting scientific and organisational tasks in a highly relevant field of applied research, excellent laboratory infrastructure with modern analytical equipment, a pleasant working atmosphere within a research-oriented group, and diverse opportunities for national and international collaboration
Further information
See the following link for the complete task description (in German only):
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