KMS Membership
Seventy research groups from 26 institutes and seven faculties – the scientists of the Kiel Marine Science (KMS) research focus area contribute to understanding the processes in the ocean and on the coasts as part of their cross-faculty research. Together, researchers from the natural and social sciences develop strategies for the sustainable use and conservation of ocean systems at the interface between humanity and the sea.
Currently, around 150 excellent scientists, employees, and experts contribute to marine scientific research through working groups and the marine science network in Kiel. Additionally, topics researched by KMS members interlink with the other research focus areas of the university: KLS (Kiel Life Science), SECC (Societal, Environmental and Cultural Change), and KiNSIS (Kiel Nano, Surface and Interface Science).
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Application for Membership
Kiel Marine Science offers three forms of membership for researchers in Marine and Earth Sciences:
- Full membership
- Associate membership
- Partner membership
The Steering Committee decides on membership applications, with the approval date considered the first day of membership. KMS membership is for a limited time period, which can be further extended by informal application. The process is organised by the KMS Office.
A member can resign at any time by giving notice to the Steering Committee. Exclusion with good cause can be made by determination of the Steering Committee supported by a two-thirds majority of members.
Membership can only be granted by written application. This can be sent in electronic or written form to the Director of KMS (Prof. Dr. Ralph Schneider, Institute for Geosciences) and will also be accepted in the KMS Office..
Contact:
Wiebke Martens
- wmartens@uv.uni-kiel.de
Full Membership
Full members are characterised by their particularly intensive and international research activity in the research focus area and have demonstrated their expertise through a relevant doctorate, publications, and successful applications for third-party funding. They have full speaking and voting rights at general meetings and can be elected as representatives of the faculties on the KMS Steering Committee. Full membership in KMS requires employment at Kiel University and membership is limited to five years. On application, membership can be extended for an additional five years, or if within this period, until the member leaves Kiel University. The Steering Committee decides on admission and can also recommend associate membership instead of full membership.
A letter of motivation is required, which outlines the candidate’s interest in marine scientific cooperation and the research they have undertaken. An academic CV with evidence of publications and sources of third-party funding is to be attached. The electronic documentation should contain
- a convincing letter of motivation from the applicant
a CV of max. 5 pages, listing publications and sources of third-party funding
Associate Membership
Associate members are characterised by their research activity in the research focus area, have demonstrated their expertise through a relevant doctorate, and are generally undertaking further postdoctoral qualification at Kiel University. They can participate in KMS working groups and have full speaking rights at general meetings, however are not eligible to vote. Associate membership requires employment at Kiel University and membership is limited to three years. On application, membership can be extended for a further three years, or if within this period, until the member leaves Kiel University.
An application for associate membership must be made through a full member. The application is to be supported by a letter of motivation from the candidate that clearly demonstrates their interest in marine scientific research, as well as an academic CV. The electronic documentation should contain
- a letter of application and support from a full member of KMS
- a letter of motivation clearly demonstrating the candidate’s interest in marine scientific research
- a CV of max. 5 pages
Partner Membership
Partner members are involved in an external research institution and are connected to KMS through scientific cooperation. They are characterised by their particularly intensive and international research activity in the research focus area and have demonstrated their expertise through a relevant doctorate, publications, and successful applications for third-party funding. Partner members can participate in KMS working groups and have full speaking rights at general meetings, however are not eligible to vote.
Membership requires employment at a KMS partner institution and is limited to five years. On application, a partner membership can be extended by a further five years, or if within this period, until the member leaves the partner institution. The electronic documentation should contain
- a letter of application and support from a full member of KMS
- a letter of motivation clearly demonstrating the candidate’s interest in marine scientific research and cooperation
- a CV of max. 5 pages, listing publications and sources of third-party funding
