PhD: Ecological Networks & Biodiversity Conservation

Helsingin normaalilyseo - Helsinki Normal Lyceum; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Helsinki invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position in ecological networks and biodiversity conservation at the Viikki Campus in Helsinki, Finland. The appointee will work on the ANEW project under the supervision of Emma-Liina Marjakangas, and collaborate with international researchers to study seed-dispersal networks across Europe.

The role includes handling large ecological datasets, performing quantitative analyses in R, and conducting fieldwork in Finland and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ecology, evolutionary biology, conservation biology, biology, environmental sciences, or similar.
• Strong skills in handling and analyzing ecological or environmental data.
• Experience in data handling and analysis in R.
• Experience with spatial datasets using R or GIS.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Investigate seed dispersal networks across Europe within the ANEW project.
• Combine large biodiversity datasets and trait data for quantitative analyses.
• Contribute to conservation prioritization and project dissemination.
• Engage in fieldwork in Finland and other European countries; complete doctoral thesis.

Skills

Ecology

Data analysis

R programming

Spatial datasets

Scientific writing

Education

Master's degree in ecology or related field

Tools

R

GIS

Job description

The University of Helsinki invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position in ecological networks and biodiversity conservation at the Viikki Campus in Helsinki, Finland. The appointee will work on the ANEW project under the supervision of Emma-Liina Marjakangas, and collaborate with international researchers to study seed-dispersal networks across Europe.

The role includes handling large ecological datasets, performing quantitative analyses in R, and conducting fieldwork in Finland and