Paid Master´s thesis Topic: Cultivation of zooplankton and microalgae

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As part of your work, you will investigate the response of zooplankton and microalgae to environmental factors related to the climate crisis, such as an increase in temperature and pesticide concentration in ponds. You will cultivate these microorganisms and evaluate their growth and composition.

• Interest and joy in conducting practical experiments
• Conscious handling of the necessary equipment
• Laboratory experience (e.g., through exercises, internships)

• You work in a relaxed and professional team with a flat hierarchy, short decision-making paths and respectful interaction
• You work in a team-oriented work atmosphere with an excellent company climate
• Flexible working hour models and the option of working from home are available to you
• You work in well-equipped laboratories in a motivating work environment
• Active professional supervision of the master's thesis by BEST
• Monthly salary: minor employment

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BEST GmbH aims to increase the share of women in its workforce, therefore we wish to explicitly encourage applications from women.