Research Staff Position for Biodiversity and Spatial Analyses in Environmental Planning

Research Staff Position for Biodiversity and Spatial Analyses in Environmental Planning

(salary scale 13 TV-L, 65 %)

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The Institute of Environmental Planning, Faculty Architecture and Landscape Science, welcomes applications for the following position starting at the earliest possible date: Research Staff Position for Biodiversity and Spatial Analyses in Environmental Planning (salary scale 13 TV-L, 65 %)

The fixed-term position is for a duration of 3 years. It is possible to pursue a doctorate.

Your role

• As part of the research group Planning for Biodiversity Development, you will investigate new approaches to evaluate and improve current practice to achieve biodiversity no-net-loss or net-gain in Germany and internationally.
• You will combine scientific methods, digital innovations, and planning approaches in the field of ecosystem and vegetation mapping as an important component of environmental planning for the assessment and accounting of offset and compensation measures for construction-related impacts in the landscape.
• You will compare implementation across different administrative levels and develop measures to improve efficiency and effectiveness, e.g., through innovative field-based and digital mapping methods supported by drones and spatial analyses.
• You will work independently and in a structured manner on scientific questions, actively contribute to interdisciplinary research projects, and help implement innovative solutions.
• You will support the team in supervising students and in the delivery and further development of teaching amounting to three contact hours per week.
• You will publish scientific results, present your research at conferences, contribute to the scientific networking of the research group, and participate in the preparation of third-party funding proposals.

Who are we looking for?

• The successful candidate must hold a university level Master’s degree in Environmental Planning, Landscape Ecology, Geography, or a related field.
• Above-average academic performance is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of the methodological foundations of vegetation survey and analysis relevant to environmental planning, e.g., evidenced by mapping of biotope types and Habitats Directive habitat types, as well as the application of GIS and remote sensing approaches.
• High level of initiative and the ability to learn new skills quickly and confidently.
• Motivation to actively help shape the strategic direction of our institute.
• Very good command of English (at least B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages); German language skills are an advantage.

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under-representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore also welcome applications from women for the above-mentioned position. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities.

With more than 5.000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to leadership and languages.

Part-time employment as well as remote work (mobile work, work from home) can be arranged upon request. We support employees with balancing work and family life , through services such as back-up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent-child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants.

To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

Please submit your application (including a cover letter, CV, the names of three potential referees, and a work sample in the form of an independently authored term paper or thesis) as a single combined PDF document (the work sample may alternatively be provided via download link) electronically by 25 January 2026 to