POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER FOR RESTPOLL PROJECT

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER FOR RESTPOLL PROJECT

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Offer DescriptionCREAF is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work as project manager in a study on the restoration of pollinator habitats in apple orchards within the RESTPOLL project (Restoring Pollinator habitats across European agricultural landscapes based on multi-actor participatory approaches; HORIZON-CL6-2022-BIODIV-02-01), with ref. 101082102 funded by European Commission.A full-time contract (37.5 hours/week) for one-year contract with the possibility of extension for up to two years if the budget allows, starting in January 2025. The salary offered is € 32,642.10 gross per year.We offer a full time postdoc researcher contract (category I4) for one year extendable to two, starting on January, 2025.TASKS:

• Overall supervision of the project. The incumbent will supervise the day-to-day progress of the study, including restoration interventions, pollinator and natural enemy surveys, and pollination and fruit set assessments.
• Supervision of students and technicians. The incumbent will train and supervise technicians and MSc and PhD students working in the project.
• Coordination of living labs. The incumbent will organise and coordinate living labs with participation of producers, farm managers, agronomists and researchers.
• Data analysis. The incumbent will supervise the analysis of data generated throughout the project.
• Manuscript writing. The incumbent is expected to take the lead in the writing of 1-2 manuscripts by the end of the study.
• Report writing. The incumbent is expected to take the lead in the writing of the final report of the project.

Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences » Biology Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Environmental science » Ecology Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Agricultural sciences Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsREQUIREMENTS:

• PhD in Biology, Ecology, Agroecology, Environmental Sciences or similar.
• Experience in managing field surveys.
• Experience in pollination and pollinator ecology.
• Experience in orchard pests and their natural enemies.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in outreach and technology transfer activities.
• Ability to communicate with fruit producers.
• Good statistics skills.
• Good GIS skills.
• Ability to write manuscripts and reports in English.
• Driver’s licence.

Specific RequirementsASSESSABLE CONDITIONS:

• Candidates with a certified disability of 33% or more will be prioritized, provided the disability is compatible with the position’s responsibilities.

Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Biological sciences » BiologyResearch Field Environmental science » EcologyResearch Field Agricultural sciencesAdditional InformationSelection processSELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA: * Admission of candidates: applicants must submit a CV and a brief cover letter with a statement of interest until Desember 19, 2024. Applications referred to another portal, other than CREAF job openings section and the instructions included in this, will not be accepted.

• Pre-selection: determination of compliance with the minimum requirements of the offer.
• Selection: assessment of the preselected candidates by scoring based on objective criteria and by interview of shortlisted candidates.
• Final decision: in case of finding the suitable candidate, the election will be formally communicated to this person, and the identification of the chosen person will be published on CREAF job openings section and with personalized notification (by mail) when the process progresses.

Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute CENTRE DE RECERCA I APLICACIONS FORESTALS (CREAF) Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Cerdanyola del Vallès Postal Code 08193 Street Campus UAB, edifici C GeofieldContact State/ProvinceCatalonia / Barcelona CityBellaterra (Cerdanyola del Vallès) WebsiteStreetCampus UAB, edifici C Postal Code08193 E-Maillaboral@creaf.uab.catSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€32642.1 per year

Location

Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona

Job date

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 02:36:38 GMT

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