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Leib­niz-Zen­trum für Agrar­land­schafts­for­schung e.V.

The mission of the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) as a nationally and internationally active research institute is to deliver solutions for an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable agriculture – together with society. ZALF is a member of the Leibniz Association and is located in Müncheberg (approx. 35 minutes by regional train from Berlin-Lichtenberg). The institute also maintains locations in Dedelow and Paulinenaue.

Student assistant (f/m/d)

The Isotope Biogeochemistry and Gas Fluxes group is looking for a student assistant to support field and laboratory work in various projects investigating fluxes and pools within the phosphorus and nitrogen cycle. The projects aim to obtain a comprehensive picture of the processes related to the transformation and storage of nitrogen and phosphorus in agricultural soils. Additionally, we will develop strategies and instruments to minimize losses of these elements and, thus, improve their efficient use in plant production in the context of climate change.

We are offering a 3-month position (with possibility of extension), starting earliest 1st June (40h per month) located at ZALF in Müncheberg.

Tasks

  • assistance during laboratory experiments related to phosphorus and nitrogen cycling in soil and plant
  • assistance during field experiments including measurements of GHG’s, basic environmental variables and soil, plant and root sampling
  • organization and preparation of soil, plant and root samples for basic and stable isotope analyses

Requirements

  • student in agriculture, horticulture, biology, geo-ecology or related disciplines at a German university
  • work independently with high reliability
  • first experience in the laboratory and field is an advantage
  • driver license is an advantage

What we offer

  • an interdisciplinary working environment that encourages independence and self-reliance
  • a collegial and open-minded working atmosphere in a dynamic research institution
  • practical work in the exciting research field of climate change mitigation and sustainable agriculture
  • insight into scientific practice at a renowned, non-university research institute
  • flexible working hours
  • salary according to the usual hourly rates for student/scientific assistants in the public sector of the state Brandenburg
  • company ticket

How to apply

Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons with equal qualifications are favored. The filling of the position in part-time is possible in principle. Please send your application preferably online (see button online application below). For e-mail applications, create a PDF document (one PDF file, max. 5 MB; packed PDF documents, archive files like zip, rar etc. Word documents cannot be processed and therefore cannot be considered!) with the usual documents, in particular CV, proof of qualification and certificates, stating the reference number 33-2024 until May 01, 2024 to (see button e-mail application below).

https://jobs.zalf.de/jobposting/2298e22d55613802eb7c1c97925ac3e2cfd964880

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us: Maire Holz, Tel. +49 (0) 33432/82-127, Email: maire.holz@zalf.de, Anaclara Visconti, Email: anaclara.visconti@zalf.de or Julia Schoof, Email: julia.schoof@zalf.de

For cost reasons, application documents or extensive publications can only be returned if an adequately stamped envelope is attached.

If you apply, we collect and process your personal data in accordance with Articles 5 and 6 of the EU GDPR only for the processing of your application and for purposes that result from possible future employment with the ZALF. Your data will be deleted after six months.

Facts

Published 10.04.2024
Number of employees 400
Category Student Assistant
Location Germany, Brandenburg, Müncheberg
Area of responsibility Natural Sciences
Start date (earliest) Earliest possible
Duration 3-month position
Full/Part-time 40h/month
Remuneration  salary according to the usual hourly rates for student/scientific assistants in the public sector of the state Brandenburg
Working language German
Homepage http://www.zalf.de

Requirements

Qualification student in agriculture, horticulture, biology, geo-ecology or related disciplines at a German university
Field of study Natural Sciences

Contact

Reference number 33-2024
Titel 33-2024
Contact person Maire Holz, Tel. +49 (0) 33432/82-127

Apply

Application deadline 01.05.2024
Reference number 33-2024
Online https://jobs.zalf.de/jobposting/2298e22d55613802eb7c1c979...