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Leib­niz-Zen­trum für Agrar­land­schafts­for­schung e.V. - HR

The mission of the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) as a nationally and internationally active research institute is to deliver solutions for an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable agriculture – together with society. ZALF is a member of the Leibniz Association and is located in Müncheberg (approx. 35 minutes by regional train from Berlin-Lichtenberg). The institute also maintains locations in Dedelow and Paulinenaue.

Student Assistant (f/m/d)

English

The Isotope Biogeochemistry and Gas Fluxes (IBG) working group at ZALF investigates the flow of substances and water within the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum (SPAC) of agricultural landscapes. The group combines isotope techniques, gas flux measurement methods, and plant physiological studies to explore key environmental processes.

Within the WetNetBB project, which aims to support rewetted grassland systems in Brandenburg by developing innovations and new value chains for paludiculture, ZALF IBG leads a research work package focused on small-scale heterogeneities of GHG emissions. The findings contribute to creating sustainable solutions for climate-resilient land management.

We are offering a position of up to 40h/month temporarily limited until 12/2025 at our location in Müncheberg as Student Assistant (f/m/d).

Working field:

  • support the implementation and maintenance of field sites monitoring GHG emissions and water fluxes using automated chamber systems and IoT sensor networks
  • assist in the calibration, deployment, and maintenance of low-cost DIY (Arduino/Raspberry Pi-based) devices for measuring CO2, CH4, and evapotranspiration (ET)
  • contribute to fieldwork campaigns, including data collection on rewetted grasslands in Brandenburg
  • support data analysis using pre-developed scripts in R

Requirements:

  • currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Agriculture, Horticulture, Biology, Geo-ecology, or related fields
  • basic knowledge of biogeochemical cycles and GHG emission dynamics
  • experience or interest in working with Arduino/Raspberry Pi-based devices and programming (e.g., R, Python)
  • strong organizational skills, reliability, and an ability to work independently
  • willingness to participate in fieldwork campaigns, including multi-day site visits
  • excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • possession of a valid EU Category B driver's license would be advantageous

What we offer:

  • salary according to the usual hourly rates for student assistants in Brandenburg
  • opportunities to gain hands-on experience in fieldwork and state-of-the-art GHG and water flux measurement techniques
  • exposure to interdisciplinary research and collaboration with national and international partners
  • flexible working hours, including the option for some remote work
  • a collegial and open-minded working atmosphere in a dynamic research institution
  • an interdisciplinary working environment that encourages independence and self-reliance
  • opportunity to write a Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis as part of the project

How to apply:

Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons with equal qualifications are favored. The filling of the position in part-time is possible in principle. Please send your application preferably online (see button online application below). For e-mail applications, create a PDF document (one PDF file, max. 5 MB; packed PDF documents, archive files like zip, rar etc. Word documents cannot be processed and therefore cannot be considered!) with the usual documents, in particular CV, proof of qualification and certificates, stating the reference number 03-2025 until 07.02.2025 to (see button e-mail application below).

https://jobs.zalf.de/jobposting/1b748cf099fc0995f1f763b2601dbd18beba8c6f0

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us: Dr. Mathias Hoffmann mathias.hoffmann@zalf.de or Milan Shay Kretzschmar milanshay.kretzschmar@zalf.de .

For cost reasons, application documents or extensive publications can only be returned if an adequately stamped envelope is attached.

If you apply, we collect and process your personal data in accordance with Articles 5 and 6 of the EU GDPR only for the processing of your application and for purposes that result from possible future employment with the ZALF. Your data will be deleted after six months.