Red List Assessor in the project Senckenberg Ocean Species Alliance

Senckenberg – Leibniz Institution for Biodiversity and Earth System Research (SGN), headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, is seeking to fill the following position in the Department of Marine Zoologieat the Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum Frankfurt, starting as soon as possible:

Red List Assessor (m/f/d)

in the project Senckenberg Ocean Species Alliance

(Full-Time /Part-Time)

Location: Frankfurt Employment scope: Full-Time /Part-Time****options are available Type of contract: Initially limited to 2 years, an extension until 2031 is possible Remuneration: Collective agreement of the state Hesse (TV-H) / E10-E12

Senckenberg is one of the world’s leading research institutions in the field of Biodiversity and Earth System Research, with eight research institutes and three natural history museums across Germany and scientists from over 40 nations. Our headquarter is located in the thriving commercial metropolis of Frankfurt in the heart of Germany, which also hosts one of our most famous facilities, the Senckenberg Natural History Museum.

The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ (hereafter IUCN Red List) is the most authoritative source of information on the global extinction risk of species. This role will support Red List assessments of marine invertebrate species. We seek a candidate with a passion for marine invertebrate conservation and diligent attention to detail.

The Senckenberg Ocean Species Alliance (SOSA) project combines marine biodiversity research, species conservation, and science communication within one project. This interdisciplinary project is composed of three pillars, Discover, Protect, and Inspire, whose tasks are tightly interlinked. This position will be part of the SOSA Red List team.

Your tasks

• accurately input and update data within the IUCN Species Information Service (SIS) system, ensuring all information is current, comprehensive, and adheres to established guidelines
• gather data on target species to complete Red List assessments
• maintain accurate records of species that have been listed and identify those that still need to be listed, ensuring the database is up to date and complete
• interact with expert researchers from around the world to support species assessments
• support volunteers, interns, and students contributing to assessments

Your profile

• interest in the biology and conservation of marine invertebrate species, with a keen interest in understanding the IUCN Red List process and its significance
• passion for orderly and complete documentation and attention to detail; editorial experience ensuring consistency in spelling and formatting
• experience in organising and managing documentation and data, e.g. spreadsheets
• familiarity with scientific terminology and the ability to efficiently search for, interpret, and compile relevant information from scientific literature
• fluency in English

Desireable skills

• experience or training in marine biology, conservation biology, or a related field
• knowledge of the German language
• familiarity with the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria; experience with Red List assessment processes

We offer

• access to an international network of scientists, policymakers and research organizations
• an attractive job within the inspired and dynamic working environment of an internationally recognized research institution
• flexible working hours – mobile working options – employee ID card with free admission to Senckenberg museums – annual special payment – collectively agreed vacation entitlement – company pension plan

Senckenberg is committed to diversity. We benefit from the different expertise, perspectives and personalities of our staff and welcome every application from qualified candidates, irrespective of age, gender, ethnic or cultural origin, religion and ideology, sexual orientation and identity or disability. Applicants with a severe disability will be given special consideration in case of equal suitability. Senckenberg actively supports the compatibility of work and family and places great emphasis on an equal and inclusive work culture.

Hot to apply?

Please upload your application ((1) a cover letter addressing your fit to the advertised position as described above, (2) detailed CV including details of any Red List assessment experience, and (3) work references) electronically as a single PDF by 15.May 2026 mentioning reference #01-26020.

As part of the recruitment process, your application documents may be shared with a designated representative of the University of Oxford for the purpose of evaluating your application. The data will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to this data sharing.

Contact

Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung Senckenberganlage 25 60325 Frankfurt am Main

For specific questions about this role, please contact Prof. Dr. Julia Benetiat julia.beneti@senckenberg.de