Postdoc (f/m/x) Biodiversity and Health The job The UFZ Department Biodiversity and People is part of the German Center for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig. The center is located in Leipzig and is operated as a consortium of the University of Leipzig together with the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, the Friedrich Schiller University Jena and the Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research - UFZ. It also receives support from the Max Planck Society, the Leibniz Association and the Free State of Saxony. Your tasks Quantitative analyses, empirical work and conceptual synthesis in the fields of biodiversity and human health Application of statistical approaches to data integration and systematic evaluation of heterogeneous biodiversity and health data, including citizen science data and epidemiological health cohort data Empirical and experimental research on nature-based social prescribing programmes of health interventions Active collaboration with NGOs, agencies and other stakeholders at local, national and international level Development of scientific collaborations and attraction of third-party project funding Co-supervision of PhD students and MSc/BSc students Publication of results in international peer reviewed journals and presentation at conferences We offer The freedom to master even the most demanding challenges between basic research and practical application The chance to work in interdisciplinary, international teams and benefit from a variety of perspectives First-class integration into national and international research networks to work together on global challenges Excellent research infrastructure and research data management to optimally support your work Flexible working hours and a wide range of options for balancing work and care responsibilities through our family office Competent support and advice for international colleagues arriving at the UFZ from the 'International Office' Special annual payment, capital-forming benefits and subsidised Germany Job Ticket A workplace in a vibrant region with a high quality of life and social and cultural diversity Your profile Completed PhD degree in biology, ecology, psychology or health sciences ideally coupled with experience in the field of biodiversity research; good publication record Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills; proficiency in advanced statistical methods Experience in conducting and analysing surveys; experience with psychological tests Experience in analysis of epidemiological health cohort data desirable Experience in database management, scientific programming (R) and data visualization Interest to work in an interdisciplinary team and ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders essential; Experience in organizing workshops desirable Experience in third-party project acquisition, project management and successful implementation desirable Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; German desirable Excellent team player; high motivation and good organisational skills Attracted by the opportunity to develop a scientific research program in our department The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity. We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams. Place of work: Leipzig, iDiv, some fieldwork in Berlin Working time: 100% (39 h/week) The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment. Contract limitations: limited contract / 3 years, option for prolongation Salary: Remuneration according to the TVöD public sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public sector social security benefits. Application deadline: 18.05.2025 Your contact for any questions you may have about the job: Prof. Dr. Aletta Bonn Phone: 49 341 9733-153 aletta.bonn[at]idiv.de Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments. More information about jobs at the UFZ: www.ufz.de/career Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung GmbH - UFZ Permoserstraße 15 04318 Leipzig, Germany