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Permanent position for an Ecological Modeller (m/f/d)

The Ecological Modelling and Statistics team at RIFCON GmbH is currently looking for an experienced Ecological Modeller to join the team on a permanent basis.

These tasks are waiting for you:

  • Application of ecological models (simulation / dynamic models) in the context of environmental risk assessments for various organism groups under chemical exposure
  • Design, implementation, documentation, and further development of ecological and ecotoxicological models
  • Analysis, summary and interpretation of model results
  • Scientific reporting and publication
  • Independent management of small- and medium-sized projects

You convince us with:

  • Scientific background in natural sciences such as  ecology modelling, applied system science, biology, geoecology, or a similar discipline
  • Knowledge of a (high-level) programming language (e.g., R, Python)
  • Relevant experience in:
    • Developing, documenting and evaluating dynamic models
    • Application of mechanistic effect models in applied contexts, ideally in environmental risk assessment  of  chemicals
    • Reviewing and assessing data from studies and literature for use in modelling approaches
    • Analysis of ecological and/or ecotoxicological data, ideally with experience in advanced statistical and/or computational approaches
  • Project management skills
  • Excellent oral and written English skills
  • Ability to work on multiple projects in parallel
  • Self-motivated with the wish to work in a team
  • Enthusiasm to apply your skills and develop creative solutions for complex questions in environmental risk assessment

What we offer

  • An attractive working environment and multifaceted tasks
  • Friendly and open working atmosphere
  • To work as part of a dedicated international team of scientists and staff
  • Possibility of professional development and occupational education
  • An opportunity to expand your personal network in industry, science and regulatory bodies
  • High degree of project and self-responsibility
  • Home office and mobile work opportunities
  • Flexible working hoursCompany health insurance (bKV)
  • Meal allowance
  • Support of Deutschland Ticket, employee parking spaces, Company bike leasing (Jobbike)
  • Employer childcare allowance
  • Individual ergonomic

More details about the job offer and the application link can be found here: https://jobs.rifcon.com/de?id=de24c3

Total Applied Toxicity reveals 15 years of change in pesticide pressure across France

Graphical Abstract

A new study investigating temporal and spatial trends in pesticide pressure in France over 15 years (2008 to 2022) using the Total Applied Toxicity (TAT) highlights the importance of TAT for evaluating pesticide pressure and identifying areas for mitigation strategies, while also noting the impact of recent regulatory actions.

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Task force to assess the ecotoxicological consequences for the aquatic environment of sugarcane monocultures in Brazil 

In this blog post, Dr. Laís Silva talks about the latest published article from the major project she took part in during her doctorate in Brazil, which so far has 42 related scientific articles.

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Highlights of 2023 (Part 2)

In this second and final installment of the ‘Highlights of 2023’ series, we give our readers a glance of another 3 most visited posts in this year. 

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AMEO experience – nEcoTox, Germany – Veronica Rodriguez and Lorenz Witt (2023)

In this blogpost, Veronica Rodriguez and Lorenz Witt share their internship experience at nEcoTox, Germany. Students of the  Environmental Pollution Management (Ecotoxicology)  Program complete an 8-week internship each year, the so-called “AMEO”. The AMEO is performed either at an external university, governmental or industrial research institute  where students learn to apply the competences achieved during their study. Students also use this opportunity to travel and explore Germany. 

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Troubled Water: Pesticides are Long-Term Pollutants of European Surface Waters

In this blogpost, Larissa Herrmann talks about her latest research on pesticide reoccurrence in European surface waters, revealing that over 76% of compounds reoccur in aquatic ecosystems, with 40% previously unknown for long-term pollution. Her study, conservative in scope, highlights the need to reassess environmental risks, emphasizing the importance of understanding the long-term occurrence of pesticide impacts on water ecosystems.

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