The Professorship of Landscape, Water, and Biogeochemical Cycles (Prof. Dr. Breuer), Department of Landscape Ecology and Resources Management at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Ecotrophology, and Environmental Management, has a vacancy available from 14.06.2026 until 15.01.2027 for a
Student assistant (m/f/d)
to be filled with up to 40 hours/month each.
Your tasks
- Supporting the measurement and monitoring of trace gas fluxes, particularly N₂O emissions
- Sampling, preparation, and processing of soil samples for laboratory analyses
- Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of agroforestry field experiments
We offer
- Participation in the FORMULA research project
- Flexible working hours adapted to your study schedule
- Collaboration in an international, supportive research team
- Opportunity to gain practical research experience
Requirements
- Interest in field-based environmental and agricultural research
- Experience with fieldwork is desirable but not required
- Careful, reliable, and organized working style
- Willingness to work outdoors under varying weather conditions
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and a strong sense of responsibility
- Basic knowledge of scientific data collection is an advantage
- A valid German driver's license (Class B)
We strongly encourage all applicants (from lower to higher semesters) to apply. The experience gained can be used for a Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis. Please send your application by June 7th, 2026, via email to Prof. Dr. Lutz Breuer, lutz.breuer. In your cover letter, please explain what attracted you to the position and how your skills would benefit the role. You are also required to provide a brief CV in table format.
