Scientific Researcher in Marine and Fisheries Sciences | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in Meeres-, Fischereiwissenschaften (w/m/d)

Job Summary

This part-time (65%) Scientific Researcher role, based in Rostock and fixed-term until May 2029, involves critical work within the "Coastal Fish Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (KüFi 5)" project. The primary focus is on developing, testing, and coordinating standardized monitoring concepts for coastal fish communities to meet the EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) requirements. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing external contractor evaluations, analyzing large ecological datasets (preferably using R), building a GIS-enabled database for marine coastal fish, and collaborating with national and international bodies like HELCOM. The ideal candidate holds a university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Marine or Fisheries Sciences, possesses expertise in Baltic Sea fish fauna, and has a proven track record of publishing research in peer-reviewed journals. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to marine environmental assessment and policy, working within a dynamic, interdisciplinary research institute.