Associate Professor in Marine Phytoplankton Ecology

3 weeks ago


Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway Norwegian University of Science and Technology Full time
About the Position

The Department of Biology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) has a vacancy for an Associate Professor in Marine Phytoplankton Ecology. The position is part of a NTNU effort to use enabling technology for research and education of phytoplankton dynamics to provide knowledge needed for better ecosystem management.

Job Description

The overarching aim of the Marine Sciences section is focused on sustainable management, production, and utilization of biological marine resources. The announced position will strengthen research, education, and innovation activities in marine sciences at NTNU, particularly to provide better knowledge on natural and human-induced changes in marine primary production and biodiversity using new tools.

Responsibilities
  • Initiate research in phytoplankton ecology using remote- and in-situ observations using underwater, surface, in air or space-borne sensors, such as in the Observation Pyramid (OP).
  • Take part in interdisciplinary research and education collaborations across the different sections at IBI, as well as other departments and faculties at NTNU.
  • Engage in applications for external funding from e.g., the Research Council of Norway, European Research Council, educational agencies, and other available resources.
  • Participate in the further development of the Department of Biology and the Marine Sciences section.
  • Teach in the above-mentioned study programs, including supervision of PhD and MSc fellows.
Requirements
  • PhD, or comparable academic work, within marine phytoplankton ecology, biological oceanography or related fields.
  • Minimum of two years of relevant research experience in addition to PhD.
  • Research experience related to phytoplankton ecology with focus on physical coupling (environmental variables).
  • Hands-on experience in in situ methods/observations to measure phytoplankton biomass, biodiversity, primary production and function.
  • Strong scientific track record according to career stage.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to attract external funding from national and/or international funding agencies related to the research area.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct internationally competitive research.
  • Interest in use of statistical methods and machine learning approaches for ocean health state assessments.
  • Experience with the use of new enabling sensors in marine phytoplankton ecological research.
  • Hands-on field work experience, method development and/or ocean-going experience.
  • Teaching experience from higher education, including supervision of MSc- and PhD-students.
Personal Qualities
  • Ambitious and highly motivated to develop internationally recognized excellent research, attract external funding, and contribute to the development of the department's teaching plans.
  • Ability to initiate new projects.
  • Demonstrated teamwork skills with ability to work closely as part of collegial teams, and to contribute to a good and inclusive working environment.
  • Excellent communication skills.


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