Postdoctoral Researcher in Spatial Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation

vor 3 Wochen


Dübendorf, Zürich, Schweiz eawag Vollzeit
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and independent postdoctoral researcher to join our team at Eawag in Switzerland. The successful candidate will work on a two-year project focused on advancing models for aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity in Switzerland, integrating realistic and dynamic climate change, land use, and energy transition variables.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and apply spatially explicit biodiversity models to predict and understand the impacts of climate change and land use on biodiversity
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to advance the project's focus on aquatic biodiversity and its links to terrestrial ecosystems
  • Integrate insights from ecological processes across spatial and temporal scales into the context of renewable energy infrastructure development
  • Work with state-of-the-art infrastructure, access to high-performance computing resources, and an interdisciplinary collaborative network
Requirements
  • PhD in Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation Sciences, or a related quantitative field
  • Strong conceptual understanding of ecological theory, biodiversity science, and quantitative modeling
  • Advanced statistical skills and proficiency in processing large datasets
  • Excellent communication and writing skills in English, along with strong work ethics, creative thinking, and leadership in project management
What We Offer
  • A stimulating and international research environment
  • Excellent research facilities and a lively and social working place
  • Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a diverse team
How to Apply

Please submit your application, including a motivation letter, a complete CV, and the names and email addresses of three academic references, through this webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.



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