Scientist for marine fauna biodiversity analysis based on eDNA (d/m/f)BackgroundAs part of the project, the marine fauna in North Sea marine protected areas (MPAs) and offshore wind farms is being analyzed. Over the course of a year, monthly water samples are taken from the wind farm and occasionally from the MPAs, and the diversity of marine vertebrates and invertebrates is analyzed using environmental DNA. The data will be examined for temporal and spatial patterns and published. The position involves sampling in offshore wind farms (including offshore training courses), organizing (preparing cruise proposals), implementing and participating in research cruises, water sampling and filtration, lab work, data analysis, presentation and publication of findings, as well as participation in workshops and conferences.Tasks

Preparation of cruise proposalsPlanning, organisation and realisation of research cruisesPlanning, organisation and realisation of water sampling for eDNA analysisMolecular genetic lab work: eDNA sample processing (DNA extraction)Sequence data processing and analysisAssignment of sequence data to marine vertebrate and invertebrate speciesTemporal and spatial analysis of biodiversity pattersCoordination of eDNA samples (eDNA bioarchive)Preparation of reports and publicationsPresentation of resultsParticipation in workshops and conferences

Requirements

A master degree in natural sciences or related disciplinesKnowledge and experience in analysing marine fauna using molecular genetic methods with a focus on environmental DNAExperience and expertise in:Planning, organisation and realisation of research cruises and water sampling for eDNA analysiseDNA sample processing (DNA extraction)Sequence data processing and analysisPreparation of reports and publicationsPresentation of results

Additional skills and knowledge

Lab work regarding library prepartion for sequencingExperience in the preparation of reports and publications in the field of environmental DNA researchExperience in storing eDNA in bioarchivesTaxonomic understanding of the marine fauna with focus on the North Sea

Further InformationFor any questions you may have, you are very welcome to get in touch with Dr Silke Laakmann (E-Mail schreiben; +49(471)4831-2566).

This full-time position is limited to December 31st, 2025. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level 13. The place of employment will be Oldenburg.The AWI is characterised by

our scientific success - excellent researchcollaboration and cooperation - intra-institute, national and international, interdisciplinaryopportunities to develop - on the job and towards other positionsan international environment - everyday contact with people from all over the worldflexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working up to 50% of regular working hourshealth promotion and company fitness with Hansefit and Wellhubsupport services and a culture of reconciling work and familyoccupational pension provision (VBL)

AWI values diversity and actively promotes gender parity, as well as an open, inclusive environment that provides equal opportunities. We are convinced that diverse teams and a variety of perspectives enrich our work and our daily collaboration. In a continuous process of learning and reflection, we aim to ensure that all our employees can be themselves and feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from qualified people regardless of binary and non-binary genders, race and nationality, ethnic and social background, religion, age, physical abilities, neurodivergence, sexual orientation, and other identities.Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present.

AWI fosters work-family compatibility in various ways and has received several awards as a result of this commitment. And as a new international member of our team, you can be sure that we will help you settle in. Our Family Office and International Office will be glad to support you, even before you start at AWI.We look forward to your application!Please submit your application by September 22nd, 2024 exclusively online.Reference number: 24/157/D/HIFMB-b