Tätigkeitsprofil:

We offer a PostDoctoral researcher position as part of the DFG-funded research unit ‘The role of nature for human well-being in the Kilimanjaro social-ecological system'. This interdisciplinary research project aims to understand interactions and feedback loops between people and nature in the Kilimanjaro region in Tanzania. A major goal of this position will be to understand how ecological networks between plants and animals underpin the supply of nature’s contributions to people (NCP).

Your tasks

• Conduct internationally recognized research on ecological networks and NCP supply on Kilimanjaro
• Develop new approaches to better understand how species interactions underpin the supply of different types of NCP
• Contribute to synthesis and reveal new scientific insights that can help to foster sustainable relationships between people and nature on Kilimanjaro
• Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed international journals
• Contribute pro-actively to the interdisciplinary research unit comprising research institutions across Germany, Tanzania, and beyond
• Support and guide early-career researchers in the context of the research unit
• Contribute to teaching at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels

Anforderungsprofil:

Your profile

• Doctoral degree (completed or soon to be completed) in biology, ecology, or a closely related field
• Proven experience in conceptual work on social-ecological system using network approaches
• Proven experience in ecological fieldwork in Africa and on tropical mountains
• Excellent command of advanced statistical methods, such as network analyses, using the R programming language
• Strong publication record relative to the career stage, demonstrating research excellence and experience in conceptual work
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team and experience in conducting research in an interdisciplinary context
• Fluency in spoken and written English

Desirable skills

• Knowledge of the NCP concept
• Basic knowledge of Swahili
• Teaching experience