Postdoctoral researcher in Seagrass Blue Carbon Dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea

13 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Hellenic Center for Marine Research

Department

Institute of Oceanography

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Greece

Application Deadline

30 Mar 2024 - 23:30 (Europe/Athens)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 May 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Interreg

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The postdoctoral researcher will undertake transformative research aimed at reconstructing the environmental history of a degraded seagrass (Posidonia oceanica) meadow impacted by aquaculture practices in Crete (Greece). The study will focus on assessing the dynamics of blue carbon – including stocks, sequestration rates and CO2 fluxes - following meadow degradation and natural recovery processes.

Additionally, the postdoc will be actively involved in innovative seagrass restoration activities, aimed at enhancing seagrass ecosystem services. This role includes transnational collaborative efforts with other Mediterranean countries, as well as engaging with local public authorities and private stakeholders, by advocating for the adoption of seagrasses as nature-based solutions within the sphere of nature restoration and growth of the blue economy.

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• PhD in Marine Biology, Marine Science, Oceanography, or a closely related field.

Specific Requirements

• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical methods, and relevant software (e.g., R, GIS).
• Strong publication record and experience in carbon cycling, biogeochemistry, seagrass ecosystems, or related areas.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• SCUBA diver 2-stars (EFR & Rescue Diver level)

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits

• 2-year contract with a gross salary of 18,200 euros per year. Salary adjustments will be considered for those who have held a full-time contract in an academic institution within the public sector, following national regulations
• Full insurance
• Join a multidisciplinary lab of highly motivated researchers at the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research, in Crete
• Supervision and collaboration with Dr. Eugenia Apostolaki
• Trans-national collaboration as part of the Interreg Euro-MED ARTEMIS project

Selection process

Candidates are requested to submit by March 30th , 2024 via email to Eugenia Apostolaki ([email protected] ) the following documents:

• A comprehensive CV (limited to 5 pages)
• A cover letter detailing your suitability and interest in the role
• Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic referees.

In the email subject please write: “Postdoc Application – Seagrass Blue Carbon”

Additional comments

Due to national regulations, the PhD-awarding University must be included in the following catalogue: https://www.doatap.gr/anagnorish/ethniko-mitroo-anagnorismenon-idrymaton-anotatis-ekpaidefsis-tis-allodapis/  

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institute of Oceanography, Hellenic Center for Marine Research (HCMR)

Country

Greece

State/Province

Heraklion

City

Crete

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

State/Province

Crete

City

Gournes, Heraklion

Website

https://www.hcmr.gr/en/

Street

Ex American Base

STATUS: EXPIRED