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PhD Researcher in Aquatic Ecology, River Restoration and Trichoptera Biodiversity University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
The position is a 65% employment position for three years, paid according to TV-L E13. No separate stipend or tuition information is provided.
Deadline
Nov 26, 2026
Country
Germany
University
Universität Duisburg-Essen
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About this position
The University of Duisburg-Essen is hiring a PhD researcher in Aquatic Ecology for a three-year project based in Essen, Germany, starting 1 January 2027. The position is a 65% employment role paid at the TV-L E13 level, with an application deadline of 26 November 2026.
The doctoral research will investigate how river restoration benefits biodiversity and whether the active introduction of organisms can support ecological recovery. The project is located in the River Hase catchment in north-western Germany and focuses particularly on caddisflies (Trichoptera).
The work combines freshwater and river ecology fieldwork, insect identification, ecological data analysis and close collaboration with researchers and restoration practitioners. Candidates should hold a degree in biology, biodiversity or a related discipline, demonstrate an interest in river ecology and field-based research, and have experience analysing ecological data using R. Knowledge of Trichoptera is advantageous.
Interested applicants should consult the full vacancy announcement and application instructions via the provided link and submit their materials before 26 November 2026.
Funding details
The position is a 65% employment position for three years, paid according to TV-L E13. No separate stipend or tuition information is provided.
What's required
Applicants should have a degree in biology, biodiversity, or a related subject, an interest in river ecology and fieldwork, and experience with ecological data analysis using R. Knowledge of Trichoptera is particularly welcome.
How to apply
Review the full vacancy details and application instructions at https://lnkd.in/ejGihKs7. Submit the application by 26 November 2026.
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Germany
Research Interests
Freshwater Ecology
Environmental Science
Biodiversity
Biology
River Restoration
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