Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of Applied Entomologie
Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 26,500 students and 5,700 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories - your own and those of our university.
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Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of Applied Entomologie
In accordance with § 2 WissZeitVG and § 72 HessHG, the position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis the position is temporary with the opportunity for own scientific qualification at the Chair of Applied Entomology, Department of Insect Biotechnology at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Ecotrophology and Environmental Management. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H).
As long as the maximum permissible duration of a fixed-term contract is not exceeded, you will be employed for an initial period of 3 years. An extension for up to another 3 years is possible under the above-mentioned condition.
Your tasks at a glance
- Opportunity for own academic and didactic qualification, activities in research and teaching according to § 72 HessHG
- Taking on teaching duties according to the teaching obligation ordinance of the state of Hessen. The range of teaching tasks covers all areas of entomology at the Institute of Insect Biotechnology
- Collaboration in the main research areas of the Chair of Applied Entomology at the Institute of Insect Biotechnology, in particular collaboration in the areas of animal toxins, biodiversity research biological pest control or environmental genomics
- Undertaking scientific activities in the field of insect biotechnology in cooperation with other working groups and research institutions
- Scientific and technical management of a project within entomological research of the site/laboratory management working group
Your qualifications and competences
- Completed Master‘s or equivalent university degree in Biology, agricultural sciences or a comparable specialisation and relevant doctorate
- Profound knowledge of applied entomology is desirable; applicants with excellent expertise in molecular, genome, evolutionary and population biology, biodiversity research are preferred; knowledge of insect taxonomy is an advantage
- Expertise in the field of insect biotechnology is desired
- Excellent experience in guiding scientific work and independent research, proven by publications as well as extensive teaching experience in entomological modules and experience in the supervision of final theses (Bachelor, Master, dissertations) are prerequisite
- Good didactic skills and presentations at national and international conferences
- Independent publication of research results
- Independent drafting of third-party funding applications
- Very good written and spoken German and English skills are essential due to the international research environment is essential
Our offer to you
- A varied job with flexible working hours
- Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen)
- More than 100 training seminars, workshops and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities.
- Remuneration according to TV-H, company pension scheme, child allowance and special payments
- Good compatibility of family and career (certificate "audit familiengerechte hochschule")
JLU aims to employ more women in academic research. We therefore particularly encourage female candidates to apply. Due to the women's support plan, there is an obligation to increase the proportion of women. JLU is regarded as a family-friendly university. Applicants with children are very welcome. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference. In general, a division of the position in two part-time positions with 50% of the regular working hours is possible in accordance with the Hessian Equal Opportunities Act.
You want to break new ground with us?
Apply via our online form by November 5th, 2024, indicating reference number 690/09. We look forward to receiving your application.