Research Associate for the Project “HABBAL” in Fish Ecophysiology and Toxicology § 28 Subsectio[...]

TN Germany; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Hamburg is seeking a Research Associate for the HABBAL project focused on fish ecophysiology and toxicology. The role involves conducting experiments and academic research to improve risk assessments related to harmful algal blooms. Applicants should have a doctorate in relevant fields and experience in fish care and programming. The position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for further academic qualifications.

Leistungen

Competitive remuneration

Educational opportunities

University pensions

Work-life balance

Health management

Educational leave

30 days annual leave

Qualifikationen

• Experience in fish care and aquaculture tech.
• Conduct experiments and behavioral tests.

Aufgaben

• Conduct academic research within the HABBAL project.
• Assess fish tolerance to toxins from algae.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

English

Biostatistics

Programming

Ausbildung

Doctorate in aquatic ecology

Doctorate in ecophysiology

Doctorate in ecotoxicology

Tools

R

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Research Associate for the Project “HABBAL” in Fish Ecophysiology and Toxicology § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG, Hamburg

Institution

Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Biology, Institute of Marine Ecosystem and Fisheries Science

Location

Hamburg, Germany

Job Category

Other

EU work permit required

Yes

Job Reference

9cf618af4167

Job Views

4

Posted

18.05.2025

Expiry Date

02.07.2025

Job Description

Position: Research Associate for the project “HABBAL” in Fish Ecophysiology and Toxicology

Salary level

Based on university standards

Start date: 01.10.2024, pending funding approval, fixed until 31.07.2027. This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).

Scope of work: Full-time position, part-time suitable

Your responsibilities

Conduct academic research within the HABBAL project. Opportunities for independent research and further academic qualifications.

Project overview

HABs are increasing in the Baltic Sea, threatening ecosystems and human health. The role focuses on assessing fish tolerance to toxins from algae like Prymnesium parvum to improve risk assessments and develop early warning systems.

Research activities

Experiments with fish, behavioral tests, metabolic measurements, under environmental stress conditions, collaborating within the HABBAL consortium involving molecular ecotoxicology, genetics, biochemistry, and socioeconomics.

Your profile

Doctorate in aquatic ecology, ecophysiology, or ecotoxicology. Experience in fish care, experiments, aquaculture tech, biostatistics, programming (R, Python), teamwork, and proficiency in English. A B-class driving license is advantageous.

We offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Educational opportunities
• University pensions
• Work-life balance
• Health management
• Educational leave
• 30 days annual leave