The Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research GmbH (www.leibniz-zmt.de) is an independent research and teaching institute that provides scientific knowledge for the protection and sustainable use of tropical coastal ecosystems. To this end, we work in an inter- and transdisciplinary manner with our partners in the tropics. The ZMT is a member of the Leibniz Association.

The working group Deliberation, Valuation and Sustainability and the project STEPS (Sustainable Tourism: Evolving Paradigms) is (subject to release of funds) looking for a

Student assistant (gn)

(Reference: 5-STEPS-Hiwi)

Your tasks:

• Help us with administrative tasks of the workgroup and projects
• Support website upkeep and project social media presence
• Support data entry, literature research and data analysis within various projects connected to sustainable tourism and land-sea socio-ecological connectivity
• Create outreach materials
• Potentially checking interview transcripts in English, summarizing and synthesizing from audio transcripts
• Generally support the workgroup leader, for example potentially with event organization

Requirements:

• a motivated and kind student at a German University
• preferably being a student at the master level in any social science field and/or in the marine science field, but with a strong interest in sustainability and interdisciplinarity
• interested in working in an international environment and on an international project
• being well organised, reliable and able to work independently
• are interested in tourism sustainability, and in gaining experience with the various activities that are part of the academic process (e.g. literature search, data analysis)
• wants to get more involved in our research and potentially find together a topic for your thesis.
• very good English skills, other language skills (especially Spanish) a plus

 Details of position:

• 30 hours/month employment starting as soon as possible
• Duration: 12 months with the possibility of an extension
• Flexible work conditions are possible

ZMT is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with a migration background are welcome. Persons with severe disabilities are given special consideration if they have the same professional and personal qualifications. The ZMT values its diverse workforce and pursues the goal of providing equal opportunity, which incorporates gender neutrality (gn). We will be happy to accept your documents without a photo.

Further information:

For questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Marie Fujitani, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We offer:

• A challenging and varied job in an international, dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment
• A kind, supportive, motivated and committed team from different countries and cultures
• An open and cooperative working atmosphere
• Interesting, varied and challenging tasks and family-friendly working conditions

Submission of application:

Please submit your CV and a brief statement of motivation, and the names and contact information of two referees as a single pdf file with the reference number
“5-STEPS-Hiwi” to Ms. Lena de Carné-Oehlmann, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The selection process begins on 01.03.2026 and ends when a qualified person is found.

Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research, Fahrenheitstraße 6, D-28359 Bremen.