Paleontology Research Fellow: Micropaleontology

University of Graz; Graz; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Continuing education program

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Healthcare services access

Zero emission goal

Diversity & inclusion

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The University of Graz seeks an accomplished paleontologist to drive autonomous research in foraminiferal micropaleontology, focusing on macroecological patterns during the middle Eocene to Oligocene cooling trend. You will analyze ecological measures, interpret long-term climate changes, and collaborate with leading groups in Paleontology and Stratigraphy.

Responsibilities include project design, fund-raising, teaching, and supervising BSc/MSc students, with public outreach activities through

Qualifications

• PhD in Paleontology or a related field and a strong research portfolio.
• Expertise in micropalaeontology and ecology with a solid publication record.
• Excellent written and spoken English; good German as well.

Responsibilities

• Perform autonomous research in foraminiferal micropaleontology with macroecological focus across mid Eocene to Oligocene.
• Analyze data to reconstruct ecological measures and interpret in climate-change context.
• Collaborate with established Paleontology and Stratigraphy groups.
• Design and implement research projects and pursue external funding.
• Teach courses and supervise examinations in Paleontology and Stratigraphy.
• Supervise BSc and MSc students.
• Engage in public relations activities for NAWI Graz Geocenter and department.
• Participate in organizational and administrative tasks and evaluations.

Skills

Fluent English

German proficiency

IT skills

R programming

Education

PhD in Paleontology or related field

Job description

The University of Graz seeks an accomplished paleontologist to drive autonomous research in foraminiferal micropaleontology, focusing on macroecological patterns during the middle Eocene to Oligocene cooling trend. You will analyze ecological measures, interpret long-term climate changes, and collaborate with leading groups in Paleontology and Stratigraphy.

Responsibilities include project design, fund-raising, teaching, and supervising BSc/MSc students, with public outreach activities through