Doktorand*in (w/m/d)
Core
Researching governance conditions, implementation processes, and goal achievement of river and wetland restoration and climate adaptation projects across Germany.
Role type
PhD researcher (social-ecological governance)
Builds
Scientific project database, research publications, policy-relevant analysis
Domain
Social-ecological research, environmental governance, restoration ecology
Deliverable
research
Required skills
Empirical research methods, quantitative data analysis, qualitative interview research, statistical software, GIS, project management, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Knowledge of environmental governance, restoration project practice, German (fluent), English (good)
Responsibilities
Develop independent PhD research question on governance and restoration outcomes; Conduct nationwide project survey and build a scientific database; Organize field visits and coordinate with project stakeholders; Design and conduct interviews with practitioners and administrators; Analyze institutional responsibilities, financing conditions, and decision-making processes; Publish research findings in scientific journals and present at conferences.
Seniority
PhD candidate (Master's level entry)