PhD position on ecohydrological processes of urban blue-green infrastructures (m/f/x)
PhD position on ecohydrological processes of urban blue-green infrastructures (m/f/x)
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Job Description
The focus of this PhD position is to study spatio-temporal dynamics of ecohydrological processes in urban freshwater ecosystems (i.e. streams ponds) and vegetation. We will use an integrated tracer approach that combines the analysis of stable water isotopes hydrochemistry and environmental DNA (eDNA) to quantify ecohydrological interactions in urban freshwater ecosystems and assess the effects of climate and urbanization on water quality and availability aquatic diversity and climate resilience. The research will focus on the analysis of hydrological and hydroclimate data ecological analyses (i.e. microbial diversity) using ecohydrological modelling approaches to assess the potential of urban blue-green infrastructure to support climate mitigation and adaptation in cities. We will also work closely with local stakeholders and partners on developing relevant research questions and stake-holder relevant model scenarios.
We seek a dynamic and passionate scientist who is highly motivated to conduct a PhD as part of an interdisciplinary and international research group. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the project the successful candidate will also interact with stakeholders from politics and local organizations to discuss research results and support the development of sustainable concepts and strategies for the management of urban blue-green infrastructures. IGB provides an attractive working environment and has excellent equipment technical support and state-of-the-art infrastructure to conduct a PhD project. The successful candidate should be willing to conduct independent field work in and around Berlin and have expertise in statistical and / or numerical analyses. Expertise in stable water isotopes and environmental DNA would be advantageous.
Your role
- Field work and sampling of urban blue-green infrastructure (water bodies green spaces)
- Laboratory sample preparation (stable isotopes hydrochemistry eDNA)
- Processing of existing data
- Statistical analyses including i.e. end-member mixing analyses PCA ecological statistics (i.e. NMDS diversity indices)
- Preparation of at least three manuscripts as first author for submission to peer-reviewed journals
- Further result dissemination through presentations at national and international conferences
- Participation and support with stakeholder workshops
Your profile
- Excellent MSc degree in environmental chemistry hydrology environmental sciences geoecology geochemistry or related field
- Practical experience with field and laboratory work
- Excellent skills in statistical analysis and programming (i.e. R; python)
- Experience with chemical or ecological analytics
- Excellent oral and written English skills including scientific writing
- Collaborative team-spirit and excellent communication skills
- Drivers licence (valid in Germany) is highly desirable
Other advantageous attributes might include:
- Experience with stable isotope tracer
- Experience in numerical analysis or ecohydrological models
- Experience with environmental DNA
- Experience with geographic information systems (GIS) (i.e. QGIS)
Our offer
We offer an interesting position in an international and dynamic scientific environment. We foster flat hierarchies and active participation.
The position is intended for doctoral research for 3 years and is paid according to the German salary scheme for the public sector (TVD Bund) as a 65% position at E13 if the personal requirements are met.
We foster your career development by providing qualification and training opportunities. We actively support the reconciliation of work and family life.
The IGB is committed to diversity. We welcome every qualified application regardless of sex and gender origin nationality religion belief health and disabilities age or sexual orientation. IGB is committed to increasing the number of women in this field therefore applications from women are particularly welcome. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
Are you interested
We look forward to receiving your application by 15.09.2025 including a 1-page motivation letter CV and publication lit (optional) master and other relevant certificates as well as contact information of 3 referees. Please state the job reference number 22/2025 and apply exclusively via our recruitment platform at can be directed to Maria Magdalena Warter by e-mail ().
Research for the future of our freshwaters is the mission of IGB Germanys largest and one of the leading international centres for freshwater order to investigate different aspects of freshwater ecosystems their biota and societal relevance we unit a wide range of disciplines and understand research as a joint effort. With more than 400 employees and guests from all over the world we conduct research at five locations in Berlin and at Lake Stechlin (Brandenburg). IGB is a member of the German Leibniz Association and the Forschungsverbund Berlin e. V.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
