Postdoctoral Researcher: Seagrass-Pathogen Interactions and Global Change | Postdoktorand:in (m/w/d) Seegras-Pathogen-Interaktionen und Globaler Wandel
Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel (GEOMAR)
Job Summary
This Postdoctoral Researcher position at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel focuses on studying the complex interactions between seagrass, pathogens, and the effects of global change. The role involves conducting advanced marine ecological research within the Marine Evolutionary Ecology Research Unit, contributing significantly to the understanding of ocean function preservation and protection for future generations. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in marine ecology, evolutionary ecology, and potentially pathogen dynamics to investigate how environmental shifts impact these critical coastal ecosystems. This is a crucial, time-limited opportunity to contribute to internationally leading marine research, working within a publicly funded foundation dedicated to knowledge and technology transfer.
Required Skills
Education
Doctorate/PhD in Marine Ecology, Evolutionary Ecology, or a closely related field
Experience
- Professional experience in marine research or related ecological fields
- Experience in studying biological interactions (e.g., host-pathogen systems) is highly beneficial
- Experience in conducting research related to global change or environmental stressors
Languages
Additional
- Fixed-term contract (BEFRISTET). Preferred start date is May 1, 2026 (flexible).
More Jobs from Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel (GEOMAR)
Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecosystem Modeling of Climate and MPA Impacts on Fish | Postdoc (m/w/d) im Bereich Ökosystemmodellierung von Klima und MPA Auswirkungen auf Fische
Feb 2, 2026
This Postdoctoral Researcher position at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel focuses...
Postdoctoral Researcher, Movement Ecology (Fish) | Postdoktorand:in (m/w/d) im Bereich Bewegungsökologie nicht kommerziell genutzter Fische
Jan 26, 2026
This full-time, fixed-term position at the internationally recognized GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Oc...
Postdoctoral Researcher in Movement Ecology and Digital Twins | Postdoktorand:in (m/w/d) im Bereich Bewegungsökologie und digitale Zwillinge
Jan 26, 2026
This position at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, a leading international marine...