The Programme Co-ordinating Centre (PCC) of the International Co-operative Program Forests (ICP Forests) at the Thünen Institute of Forest Ecosystems invites applications for a research scientist at the earliest possible date for the position of the Head of the Programme Co-ordinating Centre (PCC). The PCC is looking for individuals with:
- University diploma or Master degree in Forest Science, Biology, Geosciences, or Environmental Science; PhD degree welcome but not required
- Several years of relevant professional experience, incl. personnel management
- Experience in the coordination and lead of international interdisciplinary research projects or networks
- Comprehensive knowledge of forest ecosystem structure and functioning and of forest monitoring
- Basic skills in database management and data analysis as reflected in scientific publications
- Outstanding leadership skills, incl. excellent communication skills and a strong ability to cooperate and work in international teams
- Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English as reflected in international publications and presentations
- Willingness to undertake frequent business trips in Germany and abroad lasting several days
Duty station: Eberswalde, Germany
Closing date: 15 August 2018
Details: http://icp-forests.net/profiles/blogs/announced-position-head-of-pcc
In case of questions, please contact: Dr. Walter Seidling, walter.seidling@thuenen.de, Phone: +49 3334 3820-338.
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posted on behalf of Thünen Institute by IUFRO Headquarters, Brigitte Burger