• Compile, screen, and synthesize existing data on biomass resources, land use, and material supply as a basis for further research

• Conduct spatial mapping of resource availability, production patterns, and indicative material flows

• Assess potential future resource dynamics, including land-use change, productivity trends, and key uncertainties

• Support the development of semi-quantitative scenarios on resource supply potential

• Contribute to early-stage scaling pathways, including indicative logistics corridors and siting considerations for processing or storage

• Translate analytical insights into maps and concise technical inputs for project outputs and tools

• Contribute to the further development of our Timber Atlas (https://bauhausearth-toolkit.com/dashboard-1/)

• MSc in natural sciences with a focus on or relation to forestry, land-use or environmental science, mathematics, resource management, geography, geoecology, agriculture, or a related field

• At least three years of professional experience in applied research, consulting, or project work related to biomass, land use, natural resources, or environmental systems

• Strong expertise in statistical analysis; experience with process-based modelling is an advantage

• Experience working with data from the Global South; experience related to East Africa is a strong plus

• Ability to translate complex datasets into clear maps, visualisations, and concise analytical outputs

• Interest in bio-based materials, sustainable construction, and ecosystem or carbon-related questions

• Based in Berlin or willing to relocate, with readiness for international travel (East Africa)

• Excellent written and spoken English skills (minimum C1); German and additional language skills are an advantage

• Contribute actively to research addressing major global challenges related to climate, resources, and the built environment

• Work within an inspiring, interdisciplinary, and international team based in Berlin

• Opportunities for professional development and growth in an applied research setting

• Engage in a multidisciplinary environment offering space for responsibility and new ideas

• Subsidy for the Job Deutschlandticket

• Position: Researcher – Resources for Bio-Based Construction (East Africa)

• Contract: Fixed-term, project-based (initially 1 year, extension likely subject to funding)

• Workload: 80 % (32 hours/week)

• Earliest start date: 1 March 2026 (or by arrangement)

• Location: Berlin

• Salary: TV-L E13, Step 3–4

• Focus: Bio-based resources, spatial analysis, modelling (East Africa)

• Travel: International fieldwork (East Africa)

• Application deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 15 February 2026

Bauhaus Earth welcomes applications regardless of cultural or social background, gender, age, religion or belief, disability, or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from people with international backgrounds and People of Color.