Post-doctoral researcher (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (m/w/d)

The Ecological Economics Group within the School of Computing Science, Business Administration, Economics and Law (Faculty II) at the University of Oldenburg invites applications for the position of a

Post-doctoral researcher (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in [m/w/d]) 100 % – E13 TV‑L for 3 years

The successful applicant will study social science and governance challenges of animal navigation in close collaboration with social as well as natural scientists. Successful applicants are expected to (i) develop ideas exploring conceptual frameworks for social-science research in animal navigation of bird, fish and insect species, (ii) detail the research ideas into programmes and projects, and (iii) to implement actual research activities. Concrete measures may include systematic literature reviews, co-organising an interdisciplinary workshop, and expert interviews as well as document analyses. This work should result in peer-reviewed paper publications and contribute to designing a large-scale research programme. Required skills and experience:

• Academic university degree (Master’s [University] or equivalent) in a social science discipline including economics,
• Preferably a finalised PhD in a thematically-related discipline
• Significant previous research experience in related fields such as biodiversity governance, marine governance, mobilities studies, ecosystem services,
• Knowledge and experience in empirical research methods, preferably including systematic literature reviews, expert interviews and interdisciplinary methods,
• Record of relevant scientific publications including working papers,
• Ability for and willingness to work in a multidisciplinary, international team and to closely collaborate in particular with natural-science research partners,
• Very good command of spoken and written English,
• Good IT skills in Microsoft Office Programmes,
• Excellent paper writing and presentation skills, and
• Good time management and organisational skills.

The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increasing the percentage of women in science. Therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. In accordance with Lower Saxony legal regulations (NHG §21), equally qualified female candidates will be given preference. Applicants with disabilities will be employed preferentially if equally qualified. The position is suited for part-time work. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a summary of past and present research activities, copies of academic certificates, and two exemplary papers or book chapters. Application deadline is 25 April 2023. Applications should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Bernd Siebenhüner, Ecological Economics, Department for Economics, Business Administration and Law, Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, Ammerländer Heerstr. 114-118, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany, Email: birgit.schelenz@uni-oldenburg.de.