Research and Monitoring/Forschung und Monitoring

Bad Schandau, Saxony, Germany

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Conservation Officer, National Park Ranger, Field Biologist, Wildlife Conservation MSc Graduate

Company Description

Sachsenforst is the largest forestry employer in Saxony and the main steward of natural resources in the Saxon State Forest. With approximately 1,400 employees, Sachsenforst ensures sustainable and ecologically oriented forest management. The National Park and Forestry Administration of Saxon Switzerland operates within Sachsenforst, serving as a nature conservation authority in the national park region.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site Research and Monitoring role located in Bad Schandau within the National Park and Forestry Administration of Saxon Switzerland. The Research and Monitoring Referent/-tin will be responsible for coordinating and managing conservation-related monitoring and research activities. The role includes:

1. Leading project management and development for research and monitoring initiatives in the national park.
2. Developing and implementing the monitoring concept, focusing on ecosystem observation, Natura 2000 conservation status, and socio-economic aspects (e.g., visitor counts and acceptance studies).
3. Acquiring and managing third-party and internal research projects, including supervision of doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s students.
4. Coordinating and analyzing biotic and abiotic data collection efforts, including long-term ecological monitoring and sample inventories.
5. Collaborating with biological research institutions, NGOs, and government agencies at national and international levels.
6. Contributing to scientific advisory boards and working groups related to research and monitoring in protected areas.
7. Preparing reports on national park conditions, visitor trends, and conservation outcomes for policymakers and the public.

Required:

1. Master’s or diploma degree in Biology, Ecology, Conservation, Forestry, Landscape Planning, or a related environmental science field.
2. Strong ecological knowledge of key species and environmental factors relevant to the Saxon Switzerland National Park.
3. Experience in scientific data collection, analysis, and application.
4. Demonstrated ability to work conceptually and scientifically.
5. Proficiency in applied statistics and data analysis.
6. Excellent German and English language skills (spoken and written).
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, databases, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
8. Valid Class B driver’s license and willingness to conduct fieldwork in challenging terrain.

Preferred:

1. Experience in securing, managing, and reporting third-party-funded projects.
2. Expertise in analyzing biological data for conservation applications.
3. Knowledge of flora and fauna monitoring programs.
4. Experience in research planning and coordination within protected areas.
5. Familiarity with social science research and citizen science projects.
6. Specialization in at least one key wildlife group relevant to the region.
7. Experience in supervising staff, students, or volunteers in a scientific context.
8. Familiarity with the Saxon Switzerland National Park.
9. Knowledge of procurement regulations.
10. Proficiency in Czech is an advantage.

We look forward to receiving your application (CV, certificates, references) under the reference number Kennziffer: 06/2025 via email at . Please combine all attachments into a single PDF file (max. 10 MB).

For any inquiries, please contact Ms. Seidel (HR officer) at +49 3501 542-416 .

We prefer severely disabled persons and those with equivalent status if they have the same qualifications. If you belong to this group, please include appropriate proof with your application.

Application deadline: February 26, 2025

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

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