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Researcher (R3-PhD) in Biodiversity Data Collection and Geospatial Analysis for Biodiversity Strategies and Natural Capital Accounting University of the Aegean in Greece
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Ecology
Funding
Available
Deadline
Nov 21, 2026
Country
Greece
University
University of the Aegean
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About this position
The University of the Aegean’s Research Unit is recruiting a researcher for the CircHive Horizon Europe case study on developing a biodiversity strategy for Mytilene and Lesvos Island, Greece. The work combines biodiversity data collection, ecological fieldwork, and geospatial analysis to support biodiversity strategies and natural capital accounting.
The selected researcher will collect and process biodiversity and environmental data from study sites on Lesvos, with a strong focus on coastal and wetland ecosystems. The project involves recording species observations such as birds or invasive alien plants, measuring environmental parameters such as water quality, and documenting human pressures including tourism and population density. These data will then be integrated and analysed in GIS to map ecosystems, assess their condition, and identify the main drivers of biodiversity decline.
The position is embedded in the University of the Aegean’s contribution to CircHive, a project that develops and pilots biodiversity footprinting and natural capital accounting through sectoral hubs for a circular EU bioeconomy. The post is affiliated with the Department of Geography at the University of the Aegean and is supervised by Dr. Dimitris Kavroudakis, Associate Professor and Scientific Coordinator of CircHive.
The role offers the opportunity to work in a real-world island case study, contribute to project deliverables and scientific dissemination, and collaborate within a Horizon Europe Innovation Action involving European research, business, and public-sector partners.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in a relevant field such as environmental sciences, biology, or ecology. They should have research experience in biodiversity field surveys, ecological data analysis, GIS-based mapping, biodiversity monitoring, ecological field work, and spatial data analysis. Required skills include use of statistical software such as R, SPSS or equivalent, comfortable use of GIS software such as QGIS or ArcGIS, experience in protected area management and biodiversity conservation measures, participation in EU-funded or national research projects, peer-reviewed publications in ecology or biodiversity, excellent command of Greek, and excellent oral and written English. Knowledge of invasive alien species, coastal and wetland ecosystems, or ecosystem accounting and biodiversity assessment frameworks such as SEEA EA and IBAT/STAR is an asset.
How to apply
Apply through the University of the Aegean registration link. Upload a CV, proof of professional experience, and copies of your PhD degree. Submit before the deadline.
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