Research assistant at the Center for Glacial Rock Flour, Globe Institute, University of Copenhagen
2 days ago
Research assistant at the Center for Glacial Rock Flour, Globe Institute, University of Copenhagen
We are looking for a highly motivated research assistant to join the marine section at the Center for Glacial Rock Flour. The position is temporary and will expire 31 August 2025. The position is to be filled by 15 March 2025.
Workplace
The Center for Glacial Rock Flour Research’s vision is to strengthen food security and reduce global warming by removing carbon from the atmosphere and stimulating biological productivity, both in agriculture and in the oceans. We investigate the possibilities of applying naturally occurring rock flour from the Greenland Ice Sheet as a source of nutrients.
Your job
Your task will be:
- Carry out laboratory experiments with glacial rock flour. organize chemicals, prepare plankton cultures, setting up experimental equipment and handling measurements and data from experiments.
- Assist with experimental work in the field and at sea.
- Assist with data analysis and presentations of experimental results.
- Assist with other related activities at the center.
Profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:
Essential experience and skills
- M.Sc in marine biology or related fields
- Experience in handling and carrying out experiments with phytoplankton cultures.
- Experience with measurements of marine environmental variables.
- Experience with data management, analysis and presentation of data.
- Proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken.
- Interest in marine ecosystems and marine CO2 capture.
- An independent, rational, and pragmatic mindset promoting collaboration and solutions.
Place of employment
The place of work is at the Center for Glacial Rock Flour, Globe Institute, University of Copenhagen, Øster Voldgade 5-7, 1350 Copenhagen K
About Globe Institute
The Globe Institute is part of the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. The Institute’s main purpose is to address basic scientific questions through interdisciplinary approaches. The institute operates at the intersection of natural and medical sciences and the humanities. Information on the institute can be found at www.globe.ku.dk
The Globe Institute is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where employees and students can belong and thrive. See website for more information. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration. Candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, contribute to diversity and competencies of our Institute are encouraged to apply. The University of Copenhagen strives to offer a family friendly and flexible working environment with a sustainable balance between work- and private life, including parental leave schemes (up to 47 weeks for both parents) and up to six weeks of paid holidays per year. The university offers a variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families.
Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.
The position is temporary and will expire 31 August 2025. The position is to be filled by 15 March 2025.
Salary, pension and other conditions of employment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant organization. Currently, the monthly salary starts at 32,998 DKK/approx. 4,399 EUR (April 2024 level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 17.1 % to your pension fund.
The position is covered by the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2020.
Questions
For further information regarding the position, please contact Senior Scientist Jørgen Bendtsen jorgen.bendtsen@sund.ku.dk
Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:
1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page).
2. CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.
3. A certified/signed copy of original Master of Science diploma and transcript of record in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in other language that English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
4. List of publications.
Application deadline: 24 January 2025, 23.59pm CET
We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.
The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.
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