University Assistant PraeDoc in the research area of Geoecology

You will actively participate in research, teaching, and administration, which means:

• While your primary focus will be on research, your work will also include teaching and administrative duties.
• Writing a dissertation on soil formation in wetlands (e.g., the reed beds of Lake Neusiedl)
• Publishing articles in high-impact international journals and presenting at international conferences
• Independent teaching in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
• Participation in the activities of the research group and the department
• Contributing to the preparation of research projects and the acquisition of external funding.
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We are seeking a candidate with an MSc / diploma in a natural science discipline and expertise in a relevant research area such as physical geography, geoecology, or soil science, who will complement the existing strengths of the geoecology group. The successful candidate will have

• Proven knowledge of soil science, fire ecology, and reed ecology
• Proven knowledge of data analysis and programming (R applications or comparable programming languages)
• Proven ability to publish articles in scientific journals
• Determination and commitment to scientific excellence
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