We are looking for a Researcher or a Senior researcher to work in a project investigating species responses to climate change using distribution and phenological data.
Join us to strengthen our expertise in biodiversity data analysis and enhance our ability to meet the growing demand for nature-related information. The title and the required level of expertise for the position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and skills.
The responsibilities of the Researcher / Senior researcher include conducting research on biodiversity change and its drivers; participating in the development of biodiversity data research methods; and acquiring research funding. The main focus of the job is on scientific research utilizing biodiversity datasets and the development of analyses based on these datasets.
As a Researcher / Senior researcher, you will primarily work on a project funded by the Research Council of Finland (ResponsAbility: Species’ abilities to respond to climate change). This project investigates species' distributional and phenological responses to climate change in relation to land use and photoperiod. As Senior research scientist you will independently coordinate subprojects, however in mutual understanding with the PI. You will also take part in preparing funding applications as PI or work package leader. As Researcher you will work on tasks related to the project with the aim of producing scientific publications, either idenpendently or in collaboration with other researchers. You will also take part in preparing funding applications.
Your main tasks as a Researcher / Senior researcher will include applying species distribution models using occurrence data and phenological data, for example, through hierarchical modeling of species communities (HMSC) and other community modeling approaches. As a member of the project team, you will also participate in other modeling tasks and data analyses related to the project. The specific job description will be tailored based on the selected Researcher’s / Senior researcher´s skills and interests.
The task will be positioned to Use of ecosystem information group in the Nature Solutions unit. The position will be preferably located at Sykes Helsinki office but can also be located at Syke´s Joensuu, Jyväskylä or Oulu Office. We work in an open space office and activity-based environment, but flexible remote working is our working standard today.
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Details
- https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/researcher-senior-researcher-species-responses-to-climate-change-7309/
- Suomen ympäristökeskus Syke
- TemporaryAll jobsEmploymentOffice working hoursPossibility to work remotelySpecialists
- 7309
- the 1st of November 2024 - or as agreed - until 30th April 2028
- EUR 3502-4759/month
- 18.9.2024 14:17 - 8.10.2024 15:00
- Keski-SuomiJyväskyläPohjois-KarjalaJoensuuPohjois-PohjanmaaOuluUusimaaHelsinkiSelect an area of responsibilityScience / research / development and statistics
Successful performance in the role of Senior researcher requires a PhD in a relevant field (e.g., biosciences, environmental sciences, natural sciences) and or and in the role of Researcher equivalent skills acquired otherwise (e.g. PhD research nearing completion). The position requires fluent and versatile skills in data analysis and modeling, as well as proficiency in programming languages (particularly R). Additionally, the role requires an interest in and a knowledge base on biodiversity, demonstrated through education, work experience, or other means.
Personal qualities required for the position include readiness and motivation to learn new methods and a willingness to contribute to the development of the theoretical framework in focus. We value active engagement in the project(s), good interpersonal skills, and motivation to participate in collaborative efforts.
When filling the position, other relevant expertise of the applicant will also be considered, including in fields such as:
• Ecology and evolutionary biology, and species knowledge
• Climate change and climate change scenarios
• Geography and biogeography
• Community ecology
• Machine learning
You need good English skills for the task.
Expected skills:
Maria Hällfors
Senior Researcher
+358 50 479 58 23
maria.hallfors@syke.fi
Päivi Sirkiä
Group Manager
+358 295 251 091
paivi.sirkia@syke.fi
Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.
Finnish Environment Institute registry
Latokartanonkaari 11
00790 Helsinki, Finland
The Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) supports the building of a sustainable society with research, information, and services. We bear global responsibility and ambitiously seek to make an impact. Our objective is sustainability transformation! The society needs immediate decisions to build a better world fairly and cross-generationally. We offer our expertise for this change.
We are working to stop biodiversity loss and climate change. We promote a sustainable circular economy and urban structure, as well as a good state of the seas and inland waters. Our search for new, research-based solutions is creative and enthusiastic. We value constructive teamwork and the diversity of our work community: we invest in equality. Syke is a state research institute with 700 experts and researchers working in Helsinki, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, and Oulu. Our research is largely funded through competitive research funding instruments.
Location
Helsinki, Joensuu, Jyväskylä, Oulu
You can work at one of our following locations
Latokartanonkaari 11
00790 Helsinki
Yliopistokatu 6 B (Metla-building)
80100 Joensuu
Survontie 9 A (Technopolis)
40500 Jyväskylä
Paavo Havaksen tie 3 (Ympäristötietotalo, 2rd floor)
90570 Oulu
Other information of the position
Interviews are planned to be held during in mid-October 2024.
Syke is committed to following the national open science policy in researcher recruiting.
