With about 17,000 students, more than 300 professorships and around 160 degree programs, the University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU) is the technical university of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. As a place of top international research, it offers excellent working conditions and career opportunities. Those who study, research or work at RPTU experience a cosmopolitan environment and shape the future.

The position involves scientific services primarily in research and teaching. It also offers the opportunity for academic qualification, in particular the completion of a doctoral dissertation.

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in plant ecology, food web interactions, and ecosystem carbon cycling. Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Collection and chemical analysis of plant, animal, and soil samples
• Measurement of greenhouse-gas fluxes
• Stable isotope labeling and tracing experiments
• Participation in national and international field campaigns
• Possible extended research stays at partner institutions

• a Master of Science degree in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Biology, or another related field
• extensive knowledge in ecosystem ecology and ecosystem carbon cycling
• interest in planning field or lab-based mesocosm experiments
• advanced computer programming and statistical skills
• fluency in English and German
• a valid driving license for traveling to field sites is desirable