Stellenangebote
13.07.2026
PhD student (f/m/d, E13 TV-L, 65%)
Faculty of Science, Institute of Geography
Application deadline : 21.08.2026
The Institute of Geography, Chair of Geoecology, University of Tübingen is seeking to fill the position of a
PhD student (f/m/d)
Research Field: Nutrients and plant invasion under climate change
Duration: 4 years
Payment according to TV-L 13, 65%
Starting date: 01.12.2026
Application submission deadline: 21.08.2026
Project: The successful applicant will study the effect of invasive plant species on nutrient cycling on the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador. The project comprises field trips to the Galápagos Islands and lab work in Germany. The study is embedded in the new Research Unit GArua of the German Science Foundation (DFG) on “Fog-dependent water relations and plant invasion in the Galápagos Archipelago under climate change”. The position is part of Subproject C2 (lead by Yvonne Oelmann) “Nutrients as a response to and control of plant invasion under climate change” with the aim to gain a doctoral degree in Geoecology.
Your profile: We are looking for a dynamic, serious, and motivated researcher with a Master degree in Geoecology, Geochemistry, Environmental/Organic Chemistry, Geoscience, Physical Geography, Landscape Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Agricultural Sciences, Biology, or related disciplines. The successful candidate should have extended knowledge of biogeochemical processes in ecosystems with a particular focus on stable isotopes and laboratory experience in wet chemistry. In addition, the candidate should have good communication skills to work in a highly collaborative and international environment, as well as a very good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of German and Spanish is appreciated but is not a requirement.
Our offer: We are an international research group in Tübingen, a dynamic, and lively university town and one of the eleven German Excellence Universities. Our institute is located in the city centre of Tübingen and can be easily reached with public transport or bike.
Interested? Applicants should send a letter of motivation, a complete curriculum vitae, copies of qualifications as well as names of two references via email to yvonne.oelmann@uni-tuebingen.de . The documents must be submitted as a single pdf. The position will be open until qualified candidates are identified.
It is the policy of the University of Tübingen to increase the percentage of female employees. If equally qualified, preference will be given to female applicants. Individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply and, having the same occupational aptitude, will be preferred. International candidates are highly encouraged to apply but German language skills are recommended to interact with students and non-scientific staff.
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