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The University of Rostock offers a diverse, varied and demanding job in a tradition-conscious, yet innovative, modern and family-friendly university in a lively city by the sea.

At the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Biological Sciences, Chair of Marine Biology, subject to budgetary provisions, we are filling the following position as of 01.04.2025 on a permanent basis :


Research Assistant (m/f/d)

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Start date
as of 01.04.2025
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Working hours
 full-time with 40 hours
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Remuneration pay group 13 TV-L with an option of upgrade
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Location Campus Südstadt
Tender number
 W 155/2024
Limitation unlimited
Application deadline 2025-01-12

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information:

HR department:

Petra Westphal
Phone number: 0381/498-1275
E-mail: petra.westphal@uni-rostock.de

Department:

Prof. Dr. Inna Sokolova
Phone number: 0381/498-6050
E-mail: inna.sokolova@uni-rostock.de

THESE ARE YOUR TASKS:

  • conduct research in the field of ecophysiology of marine invertebrates, focusing on topics closely aligned with the department's research profile, with the aim of developing an independent research program
  • publish research findings and secure third-party funding through grant applications
  • provide scientific, research-based teaching in Marine Biology, contributing to both Bachelor's and Master's programs, as well as teacher training programs, with a teaching load of approx. 8 semester hours per week
  • participation in field research, including the leadership of practical field courses
  • contribute to the organization, coordination, and ongoing development of the Master's program in Marine Biology
  • supervise Bachelor's and Master's theses
  • design, prepare, administer and evaluate examinations for students
  • support academic and administrative tasks related to teaching and research, including study organization and committee work

THIS MAKES YOU A GOOD FIT:

  • completed university degree (state exam, diploma, master's degree or comparable degree) in Zoology, Physiology or a related field, along with a completed Ph.D. or one nearing completion. Please provide a statement from your supervisor regarding the current status of your doctoral work.
  • several years of relevant research experience in the eco-physiology of aquatic animals, with a proven track record of publications
  • experience in writing and successfully securing third-party funding is highly desirable
  • experience in university-level teaching and academic administration is preferred
  • minimum level of physical fitness for year-round fieldwork
  • confident knowledge of the German and English language, both written and spoken
  • excellent ability to work on schedule, strong communication skills for presenting research results and ability to work in a team for interdisciplinary work groups

WE AS AN EMPLOYER:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from suitable severely disabled people or people from traditionally underrepresented groups. We aim to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore encourage suitably qualified women to apply. We welcome applications from people of other nationalities or with a migration background.

WE OFFER YOU:

FURTHER INFORMATION:

The experience level is determined individually, taking into account your previous professional experience.

In principle, the position is also suitable for part-time employment. If corresponding applications are received, we will consider whether the part-time requests can be feasibly accommodated within the official scope of the position's responsibilities.

We look forward to receiving your application (cover letter, CV, degree certificate stating your final grade, concept for your own independent research line (max. 2 A4 pages)) by 12.01.2024 at the latest. Only applications received via our homepage will be considered. To do this, please send us your documents using the ‘Online-Bewerbung’ button at the end of a vacancy. Unfortunately, we cannot accept e-mail applications.

Incomplete application documents may not be considered in the further course of the selection process.

Unfortunately, application and travel costs cannot be covered.

Become part of the team

We look forward to receiving your application!

Fore more information:

https://www.meeresbiologie.uni-rostock.de/

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