You will contribute to a saltmarsh research program at a marine research organization. You will carry out field measurements and analyses to investigate long-term vegetation dynamics and sediment accretion, the impacts of land subsidence caused by gas extraction, and carbon sequestration in saltmarsh ecosystems. You will translate this knowledge into reports and provide advice on saltmarsh restoration plans and management strategies.
In doing so, you will also contribute to the development of nature-based solutions for coastal areas. You will work with colleagues on several projects simultaneously, with responsibilities allocated according to capacity and individual interests. Engagement with clients and other stakeholders is an integral part of our work. Your primary area of work will be a specific coastal region in the Netherlands, although opportunities may also arise to contribute to projects elsewhere nationally and internationally.
You will contribute to the continuation and development of a long-term saltmarsh monitoring dataset, which contains more than 60 years of valuable ecological data.
What you do
- Carry out annual monitoring of sediment accretion and vegetation development across various saltmarshes.
- Analyze and interpret monitoring data.
- Write reports for clients.
- Assist in the acquisition of new projects and the preparation of research proposals.
- Publish and present your research in scientific journals and at conferences.
Profile
You are an enterprising researcher with expertise in the ecology of saltmarshes and saline vegetation communities, and a broad interest in coastal ecosystems. You are able to work effectively under time pressure and manage your workload to meet deadlines. You are motivated, proactive, collaborative, client-focused, and possess strong communication skills.
What they ask
- A completed relevant academic degree in the Natural or Life Sciences, with a specialization in coastal ecosystems. A PhD in a field relevant to this position would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of saltmarsh vegetation.
- Experience with nature-based solutions.
- Strong report-writing skills.
- Experience in applying statistical analyses to long-term and spatial datasets.
- A full Category B driving license.
- Proficiency in Dutch would be an advantage.
- English language level C1.
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