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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

Research Associate (m/f/d)/Doctoral student position in Soil Chemistry

In the framework of the project “Energy Structures – Energy Sustains Dissipative Structures in Soil Systems ” (https://soilsystems.net/projects-partners/2-p1-energy-structures/), funded by the DFG, the RPTU Landau and the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research (UFZ) offers a PhD student position in Soil chemistry, with the earliest possible starting date in January 2026 and a project duration of three years. 

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Ecotoxicologist (Biological-technical assistant or Bachelor / Master in Biology/Environmental Sciences) (m/f/d)

Are you looking for an interesting, varied job as an ecotoxicologist in an applied research environment? Are you interested in working in a dynamic development team for applied bioassay methods? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are an established research institute and conduct applied, international research and services in the fields of ecology and ecotoxicology. To strengthen our team, we are seeking a biologist or BTA (m/f/d) to join our team as soon as possible, on a part-time basis (75%). We offer a varied field of activity in a relaxed, friendly working environment with flat hierarchies.

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