Dear colleagues, I am searching for a post-doctoral associate in my new research group located at iDiv (the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research) in Leipzig, Germany.
The goal of this position is to create a dataset on forest community plots to allow us to address questions about community assembly: Which factors are correlated with the commonness and rarity of tree species? Are phylogenetically clustered species separated into different habitat types? Which factors explain why some exotic species become dominant? The community data will be linked to a comprehensive data base of the regional composition of plants on all island systems that Prof. Dr. Holger Kreft and colleagues have created. If you would like to learn more about the position, or apply please go here: https://recruitingapp-5128.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/720/Description/2?customer=5128 Please also feel free to contact me. I will accept applications until March 4, 2016. The working language at iDiv and its affiliated institutes is English. iDiv staff are prepared to assist incoming members navigate all facets of working and living in Germany (e.g., visas, living arrangements, etc.). However, a working knowledge of German would certainly benefit and enhance ones experience for international candidates. To that end, private German lessons will be available at iDiv for members of my group. Leipzig is a medium-sized city with the benefits of a large city, including excellent public transportation, cultural activities, dining opportunities, city parks, an international school and family-friendly activities, but is among the least expensive places to live in Germany. It is also well situated within a 1 hour train ride to Berlin, and 2-4 hour train rides to Munich, Frankfurt and Prague (Czech Republic), as well as a central airport with flights to many major destinations in Europe. Sincerely, Tiffany Knight Professor Martin Luther University and Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research.
