Scientist (f/m/x) for analysis of monitoring data in Halle

Scientist (f/m/x) for analysis of monitoring data

Place of work

Halle (Saale)

Working time

100% (39 h/w)

The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment.

Contract limitations

limited contract/ 1 January 2027 - 31 August 2029

Salary

Remuneration according to the TVöD public-sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public-sector social security benefits.

Contact

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Dr. Martin Musche
+49 341 60254310
martin.musche@ufz.de

Diversity and Inclusion

The UFZ values diversity and is actively committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their origin, religion, beliefs, disability, age or sexual identity.
We welcome people who represent diverse backgrounds, identities and perspectives. We therefore particularly encourage people who are affected by structural discrimination to apply to us.

The UFZ

The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) is a world-leading institution in environmental research and a member of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest scientific organisation. With approximately 1,200 employees across Leipzig, Halle, and Magdeburg, we have been conducting research since 1991 using a transdisciplinary approach to address the most pressing challenges of our time: biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental pollution. Our goal is to translate excellent research into practical solutions for policymakers, business, and society, and to serve as a reliable partner in supporting transformation processes toward a sustainable and just future for current and future generations. We foster a culture of collaboration, openness, and diversity within a work environment that actively promotes creativity and personal development.

The job

We are looking for a scientist (f/m/x) to work on the "German Butterfly Indicator" project, which is funded by the German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation. The project aims to develop an indicator for Topic 1.2, 'Reversing the decline in insects and their biodiversity', of the National Biodiversity Strategy 2030 (NBS 2030). Another objective is to calculate the Grassland Butterfly Index (GBI), which the EU Nature Restoration Regulation (W-VO) considers a potential reporting indicator. To obtain the most representative indicators possible, we need to examine the extent to which monitoring data collected systematically at federal level by the German Butterfly Monitoring Scheme (TMD), the German Insect Monitoring Scheme and Natura 2000 monitoring can be used for their calculation, as well as other relevant data. Based on the results, a concept for organising workflows and the updating process will be developed.

• Development of an aggregated butterfly indicator for the NBS 2030
• Compilation and harmonization of data from various monitoring schemes
• Calculation and review of alternative versions of indicators
• Further development of existing analytical approaches, R - coding and their documentation
• Calculation of the GBI based on methods prescribed by the W-VO
• Reporting and publishing the results in German and English language
• Presentation of results at project meetings and meetings of the advisory board
• Communication with data owners (mainly authorities of German counties), the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation and other stakeholders involved in biodiversity monitoring

We offer

• The freedom to master even the most demanding challenges between basic research and practical application
• The chance to work in interdisciplinary, international teams and benefit from a variety of perspectives
• Firstclass integration into national and international research networks to work together on global challenges
• Excellent research infrastructure and research data management to optimally support your work
• Flexible working hours and a wide range of options for balancing work and care responsibilities through our family office
• Competent support and advice for international colleagues arriving at the UFZ from the 'International Office'
• Special annual payment, capital-forming benefits and subsidised Germany Job Ticket
• A workplace in a vibrant region with a high life quality and social and cultural diversity

Your profile

• Master's degree or PhD in biology, bioinformatics, environmental sciences, nature conservation or related subjects
• Experience in statistical modelling
• Proficiency in R - codingExperience with GIS applications and data management is desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (German and English)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Motivationand interest in topics related to biodiversity