Postdoctoral Researcher / Scientist in Fisheries Biology | Post doc /Scientist Biology, Fisheries Biology (w/m/d)

Job Summary

This role supports the PassFisch research project, investigating the ecological and economic potential of passive fishing for crab and lobster in the southern North Sea. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing survey and fishery-dependent monitoring approaches to establish a reliable basis for stock assessments and management. Day-to-day responsibilities include the spatial and temporal aggregation and analysis of commercial catch and survey data, mapping ecologically important areas, and implementing monitoring concepts directly with fishermen. The position requires collaboration on international stock assessment models (ICES) and conducting fishing effort analyses using VMS/AIS data. Key qualifications include an M.Sc. or equivalent in Marine or Fisheries Biology, preferably a PhD, and proven experience in conducting experimental work at sea and advanced data analysis using R and ArcGIS. This is an opportunity to conduct responsible, policy-relevant research within a flexible federal institute environment (Pay Grade 13 TVöD Bund).