About the Position

The Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3) is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to support the research activities of Research Line (RL) 3 on Terrestrial Ecosystems, and specifically work on the national project GORBEEA, funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation.

Responsibilities

Sampling species (plants, insects) and ecosystem functions
Laboratory work: sorting and process samples, ID, etc
Analyze and visualize data
Write manuscripts and disseminate results
Support the organization of project meetings and conferences across the project
Help train and mentor other team members if necessary

Requirements

Experience sampling biological communities in the field and/or experimental systems.
Knowledge of plant-insect community’s fundamentals. Taxonomic knowledge desirable but not indispensable
Strong statistical skills. Degree in Ecology, Environmental Sciences or similar
The applicant must have good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as excellent written and oral command of English is required
Academic excellence in Empirical Ecology, evidenced by previous works including PhD or postdoctoral research
Ability to work collaboratively. Sampling will involve a group of people
Driver’s license and previous experience driving a four-wheel drive vehicle
Ability to work with a high degree of independence

We Offer

Interdisciplinary and inspiring work environment
Quiet and spacious workspaces
Possibility of participating in internal training and academic activities of the centre
35-hour week work calendar
30 days of vacation per year

Term of Contract

Starting in 2024, the position will be initially for 3 years, with a 3-months’ probation period based on performance. Guaranteed opportunities upon successful performance after the 3 years can be offered (up to 1 year, meaning a total of 4 years), including a salary review.

Salary

The position will carry a competitive salary, matching the academic and professional profile of the applicant, and excellent work conditions.

Location

Basque Centre for Climate Change, Leioa, Spain.

About the Company

As an HR Excellence awarded institution, BC3 is committed to conciliating research-academic requirements and family duties. BC3 is particularly concerned with creating equal opportunities for people independently of gender, culture, and race. Anyone with relevant qualifications is therefore strongly encouraged to apply for the position.

Application Procedure

Fill the form below and upload one PDF document with the following information:

Letter of application / motivation. Applications including links to previous works/projects/initiatives that show how the applicant meets these requirements will be given priority.
A CV
The names and email addresses of two referees.

Deadline

The deadline for applications is November 30th 2023; candidate interviews will start as applications are received.

Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Ainhoa Magrach ([email protected]) noting in the subject of the message “Postdoc in Community Ecology job offer”. Please consider that only applications sent through the form included at the bottom of the BC3 web page will be considered (https://info.bc3research.org/job-offers/).

Postdoc Researcher – Community Ecology

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