The Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (www.leibniz-zmt.de
<http://www.leibniz-zmt.de>) in Bremen is a member of the Leibniz
Association, which is supported by the German Federal and State
Governments. Through its research, ZMT contributes to developing
science-based strategies for sustainable use of tropical coastal systems.
The Junior Research Group ?Coral Climatology? at the ZMT invites
applications for 2 PhD Student Positions (Reference number: 95 –
OASIS)in the DAAD/BMBF (German Academic Exchange Service; German Federal
Ministry of Education and Research) funded project, OASIS
as part of the ?Make Our Planet Great Again ? German Research Initiative
We are seeking highly motivated students to pursue PhD degrees at the
ZMT. The offered positions will have 36 months of full support (Dr.
Henry C. Wu, Junior Research Group Leader of Coral Climatology Working
Group and Professor Dr. Hildegard Westphal, Director of ZMT and Head of
Biogeochemistry and Geology Department) to commence on *April 1, 2019*.
Full description PDF can be found under this link.
*Project description*
Our oceans absorb considerable amounts of the greenhouse gas carbon
dioxide (CO_2 ) from the Earth’s atmosphere. When excess CO_2 reacts
with seawater, the pH of the seawater decreases in a process known as
ocean acidification that has disastrous consequences for calcifying
organisms such as corals. Project OASIS will investigate the development
of ocean acidification over the past few hundred years in the tropical
oceans by analyzing boron isotopes in long-lived tropical corals. The
project aims to reconstruct the global development of ocean
acidification, rates of pH change, carbonate chemistry, and sea surface
temperature/salinity of our tropical oceans before and after the
Industrial Revolution. These dynamic results will provide valuable data
to understand the levels of CO_2 penetrating into the oceans and draw
conclusions on the changes as it relates to tropical climate drivers and
forcings.
*Duties and responsibilities*
?To study the historical changes in climate and the environment of the
tropical oceans, in particular ocean acidification, ocean warming, and
ocean chemistry.
?Sampling, analyzing, and generating time series climate proxy
(biogeochemical) records from previously collected tropical coral samples.
?Project will involve longer analytical research stays at collaborating
institutions in Germany, USA, and France.
?Presentation of research results at international conferences and
scientific meetings.
?Publication of research results in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
?Outreach efforts to provide scientific results to the general public in
fulfillment of the ?Make Our Planet Great Again? initiative will be a
critical component of this research project.
*Qualification requirements*
?Applicants should hold a Master or Diplom degree in (marine)
environmental sciences, marine geology, marine biology, ecology,
biogeochemistry, oceanography, or comparable disciplines.
?Experience in stable isotope geochemistry, paleoclimatology,
paleoceanography, or a background in climate science is desired.
?Demonstrated familiarity with statistical and numerical analytical methods.
?Laboratory working experience with very good analytical skills or
quantitative background.
?Prior experiences in research cruises and research visits abroad are
welcome.
?Very motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
?Highly proficient written and strong oral communication skills in
English with good potential for scientific writing.
For additional information, please contact: Dr. Henry C. Wu
(henry.wu@leibniz-zmt.de <mailto:henry.wu@leibniz-zmt.de>).
*We offer:*
?An exciting working environment in an interdisciplinary and
internationally oriented institute and research project
?Possibilities to build and extend an international professional network
and participate in a research field of high public and scientific interest
?A family-friendly work environment
The candidates will be on three years contracts. Salary will be paid
according to the German TV-L EG 13 (if the personnel requirements are
fulfilled). The posts will be filled as PhD Student positions (66,6%).
ZMT is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with a migration
background are welcome. Disabled persons with comparable qualification
receive preferential status.
*Application instructions*
Please apply to this position by including:
?Letter of Motivation outlining your background, expertise, interest in
the field/project, brief statement of research experiences/career goals.
?Curriculum vitae: work experience, list of degrees, projects/theses,
completed courses.
?Degree certificates (Master?s or German Diplom) and course
records/grades (unofficial transcripts or records of coursework
completed for Bachelor and Master) confirming that you meet the general
and specific requirements.
?Complete contact information for 2 professional references.
Please send your complete application by *January 31, 2019* as a single
PDF file with the reference number ?95 – OASIS? to Ms. Lena Oehlmann,
E-Mail: bewerbung@leibniz-zmt.de <mailto:bewerbung@leibniz-zmt.de>.
Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research, Fahrenheitstra?e 6, D-28359
Bremen, Germany.
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Dr. Henry C. Wu
Junior Research Group Leader
Coral Climatology Working Group
Dept. of Biogeochemistry & Geology
Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT)
Fahrenheitstra?e 6, 28359 Bremen, Germany
Office: +49(0)421 238 00-178
Email:Â henry.wu@leibniz-zmt.de
Homepage: www.leibniz-zmt.de/en/marine-tropics-research/who-we-are/henry-c-wu-en.html
Project OASIS: www.leibniz-zmt.de/en/research/research-projects/oasis.html
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Vorsitzende des Aufsichtsrats: Dr. Heide Ahrens
Gesch?ftsf?hrung: Prof. Dr. Hildegard Westphal, Dr. Nicolas Dittert
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