Ph.D. position in the field of insect ecology and pesticide analytics

The Institute of Environmental Sciences Landau of the RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau is looking for a dedicated researcher (m/f/d) in the field of chemical analysis of pesticides and the ecology of insects to start 1. August 2025 (limited until 31. July 2028).

The position is part of an interdisciplinary research project, funded by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation in Germany, investigating both chemical and ecological aspects in the context of pesticide impacts on insect populations. Relevant publications of related research of the working group can be found here and here.

Your area of responsibility

  • Carrying out and evaluating chemical analyses of pesticides in environmental samples (e.g. soil, water, insects).
  • Investigation of the ecological effects of pesticides on insect populations.
  • Development and application of multivariate statistical methods to analyse large data sets.
  • Presentation of research results in internal and external forums, including collaboration with other research institutions and stakeholders.
  • Support in the organization of workshops and seminars.

Your profile

  • Completed studies (Master’s degree or comparable, except for a Bachelor’s degree) in chemistry, biology, environmental sciences or a related field.
  • Sound knowledge of chemical analysis, especially in the field of pesticides.
  • Experience in entomology and the study of insect ecology is an advantage.
  • Confident handling of large data sets and experience in multivariate statistical methods.
  • Very good written and spoken English.
  • Independent and structured way of working, high organizational skills and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team and interdisciplinary cooperation, also with partners outside the academic world

You can expect

  • An exciting and varied job in an interdisciplinary research team.
  • The opportunity to help shape innovative research projects in a promising and socially relevant field.
  • Support for your professional and personal development.
  • A dynamic working environment in a modern and well-equipped research infrastructure.

Your application

Please include in your application (1 pdf file) a 1-page motivation letter, a reference letter, degree certificates, a CV and a list of publications/presentations. The application deadline is 30. April 2025. The position is located in Landau. For further information and queries, please contact Carsten Brühl (carsten.bruehl@rptu.de).

Please submit your application using the online application in the application portal (RPTU Job Offers) under: L 21 32 03 25, Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter/wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin (m/w/d) / Research Assistant (m/f/d) | Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau | 1346 .