Professorship (W2) for Ecological Modelling

The faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of the Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn wishes to occupy a

Professorship (W2) for Ecological Modelling

at the Department of Biology at the earliest possible date.

We are looking for candidates with a proven expertise in the field of ecological modelling, successful acquisition of competitive third-party funding, a very good publication record and documented, relevant teaching experience. Possible research profiles include the theory and analysis of structure and dynamics of terrestrial ecosystems (i.e., for instance, dynamic modelling of populations or communities, ecological networks, cross-scale modelling, vegetation ecology, effects of global change or habitat fragmentation on biodiversity). Connections to the existing organismic (zoological and/or botanical) research on site, e.g. in biogeography, in linking the ecological and evolutionary processes over historical and/or geological periods and/or in biodiversity monitoring are explicitly welcome. A profound understanding of theoretical ecology and the own development of models are essential. Moreover, we expect a solid background in empirical research (data collection in the fields, experimental design, systems approaches) as well as excellent taxonomic knowledge and a deep understanding of Central European ecosystems and/or ecosystems of the Global South.

Active participation in the design and the establishment of research foci within the department of Biology in cooperation with the faculty of Agriculture and the Zoological Research Museum Koenig are expected. Links of the research profile to the Transdisciplinary Research Areas (TRA) of the University of Bonn Modelling or Sustainable Futures are of advantage.

Relevant teaching experience and corresponding evaluations are a prerequisite. Teaching participation in the B.Sc. program Biology and in the Masters’ programs Plant Sciences and Organismic Biology, Evolutionary Biology and Paleobiology is expected.

The University of Bonn commits itself to diversity and equal opportunity. It is certified as a family-friendly university and provides a dual career service. The aim is to increase the fraction of women in areas where women are under-represented, and to particularly promote their careers. The University of Bonn therefore strongly encourages qualified women to apply.

Applications are processed in accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act. Applications from suitable persons with proven severe disability or with an equivalent status are particularly welcome.

Applications in German or English with the usual application documents (CV, publication list – separately listing original papers, contributions to books, reviews, all without abstracts – proof of relevant teaching experience, third-party funds, research perspectives and teaching concept) are requested by July 9, 2023 via the link of the university of Bonn: (https://berufungsportal.uni-bonn.de/openProcedureList.do)

For any questions please contact the Department of Biology fgbiol@uni-bonn.de.