Job vacancies of the Ocean Museum Germany
Vacancies in science and research
The Ocean Museum Germany (Deutsches Meeresmuseum) is looking for candidates in the Research Department to fill a position of
Curator and Researcher (m/f/d) for Marine Invertebrates
For many people, the ocean is a place of longing. For us, it is at the centre of our daily work. The Ocean Museum Germany is a nationally and internationally important natural science museum. In our exhibitions, aquariums, and collections, we focus on the diversity of marine life and ocean ecosystems. In our research projects, we investigate current topics of marine biology, coastal oceanography, and fisheries. We are actively involved in nature and species conservation. At our three museum sites, the MEERESMUSEUM, OZEANEUM, and NATUREUM, we inform about the marine environment, threats, and solutions. Our visitors are welcome to immerse in the fantastic underwater world of the tropical and northern seas – with full-size animal models, impressive exhibits, and fascinating aquaria.
Project- and job description
We are searching for a qualified, enthusiastic scientist and curator to represent and lead the museum’s research and collection activities on all taxa of marine invertebrates and support current and future exhibitions. While a focus on cnidaria is preferred, also candidates with scientific background on other taxa such as crustaceans, mollusks, or echinoderms are invited to apply. The position will strengthen the diverse museum collections of marine invertebrates and represent these taxa in the museum’s exhibitions and outreach activities. A cooperation with other research areas of the museum, such as marine fishes and mammals, conservation, or ecology is expected.
Your tasks:
- Research with collections and in the aquaria of the museum
- Fieldwork in a specialized field of marine invertebrate research.
- Curation and extension of the scientific collection of marine invertebrates, including cnidaria, crustaceans, mollusks, echinoderms, and other taxa.
- Advancement and maintenance of databases for collections, and their web-based access
- Scientific publications and presentations
- Application for national and international third party-funded projects and lead of projects
- Collaboration in in situ coral restoration efforts of the museum
- Concepts for and realization of permanent and special exhibitions of the museum
- Public outreach
- Collaboration in national and international panels
- Work as an integrative member of our motivated multidisciplinary museum team and with external partners
Job qualifications:
- MSc, preferred PhD in biology or related fields
- Strong scientific expertise in marine invertebrate biodiversity, anatomy, ecology, or physiology
- Experience in project acquisition, coordination and administration of scientific projects
- Strong publication record
- Experience with museum collections
- Excellent English language skills (written and oral)
- High degree of creativity and flexibility; ability to work under pressure
- Good communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team with scientists, technicians, and students
- Experience in the supervision of BSc-, MSc-
Desirable qualifications:
- programming skills for databases and their maintenance
- experience with online databases
- engagement in institutional environmental or marine protection activities
- a strong scientific network
- international experience
- German language skills or willingness to learn German
- driver’s license for car and small vessels
We offer:
- Employment in one of the most-popular museums in Germany
- Company pension scheme
- Work-life-balance with flexible working hours, option of home office and part-time employment
- 30 days of annual vacation
- Various training and education opportunities
- Company sport
- Optional bike leasing
- Work in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Stralsund is member of the Hanseatic league and UNESCO-world heritage site
Your application:
Please send your application indicating the job offer code W/OZ/003 by email to bewerbung@meeresmuseum.de.
Closing date of the application is 03.10.2025.
Your questions:
will be answered by Dr. Götz-Bodo Reinicke, Head of Research Department, ph: +49 173 9688-265, goetz.reinicke@meeresmuseum.de
Costs incurred during the application process will not be compensated.
Join our team and spark the inspiration for our unique oceans! We are looking forward to receiving your application!
The Ocean Museum Germany (Deutsches Meeresmuseum) is looking for candidates in the Research Department to fill a position of
Curator and Researcher (m/f/d) for Marine Ichthyology
For many people, the ocean is a place of longing. For us, it is at the centre of our daily work. The Ocean Museum Germany is a nationally and internationally important natural science museum. In our exhibitions, aquariums, and collections, we focus on the diversity of marine life and ocean ecosystems. In our research projects, we investigate current topics of marine biology, coastal oceanography, and fisheries. We are actively involved in nature and species conservation. At our three museum sites, the MEERESMUSEUM, OZEANEUM, and NATUREUM, we inform about the marine environment, threats, and solutions. Our visitors are welcome to immerse in the fantastic underwater world of the tropical and northern seas – with full-size animal models, impressive exhibits, and fascinating aquaria.
Project- and job description
We are searching for a qualified, enthusiastic scientist and curator to represent and lead the museum’s research and collection activities on marine fishes and support current and future exhibitions. The position will strengthen the diverse museum collections of marine fishes and represent these taxa in the museum’s exhibitions and outreach activities. A cooperation with other research areas of the museum, such as marine invertebrates and mammals, conservation, or ecology is expected.
Your tasks:
- Research with collections and in the aquaria of the museum
- Fieldwork in a specialized field of ichthyology or fish biology
- Curation and extension of the scientific collection of marine fishes
- Management, maintenance, and further development of collection databases, and their web-based access
- Scientific publications and presentations
- Application for national and international third party-funded projects and lead of projects
- Research collaboration in the museum’s aquaria, fish nursery, or joint projects on ecology, conservation, or biodiversity
- Concepts for and realization of permanent and special exhibitions of the museum
- Public outreach
- Collaboration in national and international panels
- Work as an integrative member of our motivated multidisciplinary museum team and with external partners
Job qualifications:
- MSc., preferred PhD in biology or related fields
- Strong scientific expertise in zoology, biodiversity, physiology, behavior, or anatomy of fishes.
- Experience in project acquisition, coordination and administration of scientific projects
- Strong publication record
- Experience with museum collections
- Excellent English language skills (written and oral)
- High degree of creativity and flexibility; ability to work under pressure
- Good communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team with scientists, technicians, and students
- Experience in the supervision of BSc-, MSc- and PhD-students
- Experience in public outreach activities
Desirable qualifications:
- programming skills for databases and their maintenance
- experience with online databases
- engagement in institutional environmental or marine conservation activities
- a strong scientific network
- international experience
- German language skills or willingness to learn German
- driver’s license for cars and small vessels
We offer:
- Employment in one of the most-popular museums in Germany
- Company pension scheme
- Work-life-balance with flexible working hours, option of home office and part-time employment
- 30 days of annual vacation
- Various training and education opportunities
- Company sport
- Optional bike leasing
- Work in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Stralsund is member of the Hanseatic league and UNESCO-world heritage site
Your application:
Please send your application indicating the job offer code W/OZ/004 by email to bewerbung{at}meeresmuseum.de.
Closing date of the application is 03.10.2025.
Your questions:
will be answered by Dr. Götz-Bodo Reinicke, Head of Research Department, ph: +49 173 9688-265, goetz.reinicke@meeresmuseum.de
Costs incurred during the application process will not be compensated.
Join our team and spark the inspiration for our unique oceans! We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Positions (m/f/d) in the CUMBIAH research project
Subject to the approval of funding for a research project, Germany the Ocean Museum Germany (Deutsches Meeresmuseum) is seeking a
Project Manager (m/f/d)
to be based in Stralsund, Germany.
For many people, the ocean is a place of longing. For us, it is at the centre of our daily work. The Ocean Museum Germany is a nationally and internationally important natural science museum. In our exhibitions, aquariums, and collections, we focus on the diversity of marine life and ocean ecosystems. In our research projects, we investigate current topics of marine biology, coastal oceanography, and fisheries. We are actively involved in nature and species conservation. At our three museum sites, the MEERESMUSEUM, OZEANEUM, and NATUREUM, we inform about the marine environment, threats, and solutions. Our visitors are welcome to immerse in the fantastic underwater world of the tropical and northern seas – with full-size animal models, impressive exhibits, and fascinating aquaria.
Project and job description
We are searching for a scientist as a project manager for the project „Union for the Conservation-Management of Harbour Porpoise Populations in the Baltic Sea and their Habitats (CUMBIAH)”. CUMBIAH is a research project financed by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation of Germany and carried out by a consortium of 15 international project partners from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Lithuania, Poland, and Germany. The CUMBIAH consortium generates and provides updated information on the conservation status of Baltic harbour porpoise populations and rates important conservation measures to prevent a further population decline.
Your tasks:
- Project management of the CUMBIAH project at the Ocean Museum Germany
- Coordination of CUMBIAH project partners and contractors
- Scientific analysis and interpretation of the data
- Preparation of scientific publications and administrative project reports
- Organization of project workshops and meetings
- Communication at a scientific level
- Support of committee work (HELCOM, ASCOBANS, JASTARNIA)
- Project-related media and public outreach
- National and international business trips
Job qualifications:
- University Degree (MSc) in natural science or environmental science
- Experience in project management of international projects
- Experience and confidence in dealing with MS Office
- Knowledge of the English and German languages
- Experience in scientific publications
Desirable qualifications:
- Driving Licence class B
- Knowledge in statistics and/or geographic information systems (GIS)
We offer:
- Employment in one of the most popular museums in Germany
- Company pension scheme
- Work-life balance through flexible working hours and the option of mobile working and part-time employment
- 30 days of annual vacation (at full-time employment)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities
- Company sport
- A working position in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Stralsund is a member of the Hanseatic League and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your application:
Please send your application (motivation letter, CV and references) indicating the job offer code W/OZ/006 by e-mail to bewerbung{at}meeresmuseum.de.
The closing date of the application is the 15th of October 2025.
Your questions:
Please contact Prof. Dr. Judith Denkinger (judith.denkinger@meeresmuseum.de), or
Dr. Götz Reinicke (goetz.reinicke@meeresmuseum.de).
Costs incurred during the application process will not be compensated.
Join our team and spark the inspiration for our unique oceans! We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Subject to the approval of funding for a research project, Germany the Ocean Museum Germany is seeking a
Scientist (m/f/d)
to be based in Stralsund, Germany.
For many people, the ocean is a place of longing. For us, it is at the centre of our daily work. The Ocean Museum Germany is a nationally and internationally important natural science museum. In our exhibitions, aquariums, and collections, we focus on the diversity of marine life and ocean ecosystems. In our research projects, we investigate current topics of marine biology, coastal oceanography, and fisheries. We are actively involved in nature and species conservation. At our three museum sites, the MEERESMUSEUM, OZEANEUM, and NATUREUM, we inform about the marine environment, threats, and solutions. Our visitors are welcome to immerse in the fantastic underwater world of the tropical and northern seas – with full-size animal models, impressive exhibits, and fascinating aquaria.
Project and job description
We are searching for a marine mammal life history scientist (m/f/d) for the project “Union for the Conservation-Management of Harbour Porpoise Populations in the Baltic Sea and their Habitats (CUMBIAH)”.
CUMBIAH is a research project financed by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation of Germany and carried out by a consortium of 15 international project partners from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Lithuania, Poland, and Germany. The CUMBIAH consortium generates and provides updated information on the conservation status of Baltic harbour porpoise populations and rates important conservation measures to prevent a further population decline.
Your tasks:
- Coordination of international project partners for CUMBIAH activity 3.1. ‘Life History’
- Coordinating and performing autopsies on marine mammals, maintaining a sample database
- Scientific data collection, evaluation and publication of results
- Preparation of scientific project reports and publications
- Organisation of project workshops and meetings
- Support of the stranding network of the Ocean Museum Germany
- Project-related Media and Public Relations
Job qualifications:
- University degree (MSc.) in veterinary medicine, pathology or biology with a focus on animal ecology or animal physiology
- Experience in the autopsy of mammals and/or wild animals
- Experience and confidence in using MS Office
- Knowledge of the English language
- Availability for national and international business trips
Desirable qualifications:
- Knowledge of the German language
- Class B driving licence
We offer:
- Employment in one of the most popular museums in Germany
- Company pension scheme
- Work-life balance through flexible working hours and the option of mobile working and part-time employment
- 30 days of annual vacation (at full-time employment)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities
- Company sport
- A working position in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Stralsund is a member of the Hanseatic League and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your application:
Please send your application (motivation letter, CV and references) indicating the job offer code W/OZ/009 by e-mail to bewerbung{at}meeresmuseum.de. The closing date of the application is the 30th of October 2025.
Your questions:
Please contact Prof. Dr. Judith Denkinger (judith.denkinger{at}meeresmuseum.de).
Costs incurred during the application process will not be compensated.
Join our team and spark the inspiration for our unique oceans! We are looking forward to receiving your application!
The Science Department of the Ocean Museum Germany (Deutsches Meeresmuseum) is looking for candidates to fill the position of
Data scientist (m/f/d)
to be based in Stralsund, Germany.
For many people, the ocean is a place of longing. For us, it is at the centre of our daily work. The Ocean Museum Germany is a nationally and internationally important natural science museum. In our exhibitions, aquariums, and collections, we focus on the diversity of marine life and ocean ecosystems. In our research projects, we investigate current topics of marine biology, coastal oceanography, and fisheries. We are actively involved in nature and species conservation. At our three museum sites, the MEERESMUSEUM, OZEANEUM, and NATUREUM, we inform about the marine environment, threats, and solutions. Our visitors are welcome to immerse in the fantastic underwater world of the tropical and northern seas – with full-size animal models, impressive exhibits, and fascinating aquaria.
Project and job description
We are searching for a data scientist (m/f/d) for the project ”Union for the Conservation-Management of Harbour Porpoise Populations in the Baltic Sea and their Habitats (CUMBIAH)”.
CUMBIAH is a research project financed by the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation of Germany and carried out by a consortium of 15 international project partners from Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Lithuania, Poland, and Germany. The CUMBIAH consortium generates and provides updated information on the conservation status of Baltic harbour porpoise populations and rates important conservation measures to prevent a further population decline.
Your tasks:
- Development of standards for a web-based database for all acoustic CUMBIAH data in cooperation with international project partners
- Harmonisation of monitoring data in the Baltic Sea region
- Development of methods for data reporting and provision
- Analysis and modelling of the collected data in conjunction with environmental data
- Supporting project partners in data processing, analysis and modelling
- Data maintenance
- Consolidation and scientific evaluation of data sets and methods
- Creation of scientific map material
- Preparation and presentation of scientific publications and presentations
- Related Media and Public Relations
Job qualifications:
- University degree (MSc., engineer) in computer science, bioinformatics, geoinformatics, mathematics, data science, or physics
- Extensive experience in managing large amounts of data
- Experience in processing and analysing bioacoustics data
- Extensive knowledge of data modelling and statistics
- Knowledge of the English language
- Availability for national and international business travel
Desirable qualifications:
- Knowledge of the German language
- Class B driving licence
We offer:
- Employment in one of the most popular museums in Germany
- Company pension scheme
- Work-life balance through flexible working hours and the option of mobile working and part-time employment
- 30 days of annual vacation (at full-time employment)
- A wide range of training and development opportunities
- Company sport
- A working position in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Stralsund is a member of the Hanseatic League and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Your application:
Please send your application (motivation letter, CV and references) indicating the job offer code W/OZ/009 by e-mail to bewerbung{at}meeresmuseum.de. The closing date of the application is the 30th of October 2025.
Your questions:
Please contact Prof. Dr. Judith Denkinger (judith.denkinger{at}meeresmuseum.de).
Costs incurred during the application process will not be compensated.
Join our team and spark the inspiration for our unique oceans! We are looking forward to receiving your application!