Cutting-edge Research
for a Changing World
Reference code: 50130312_2 – 2024/KC 3
Commencement date: as soon as possible
Work location: Geesthacht
Application deadline: January, 12th, 2025
The inter-department research project “Effect of anthropogenic modifications and climate change on greenhouse gas emissions along the river-ocean continuum” (AGRIO) examines the transformation of organic matter into the greenhouse gases (GHGs) carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane. Field observations and numerical models of the Elbe–North Sea system will help us understand the impacts of human action on GHG dynamics and develop strategies to mitigate emissions, balancing ecological conservation with human development.
For our interdisciplinary and inter-institutional AGRIO team at Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), Helmholtz Zentrum für Polar- und Meeresforschung (AWI) and Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon we are seeking
1 PhD (UFZ, 36 months, 65%) aquatic biogeochemistry
1 PostDoc (Hereon, 30 months, 100%) greenhouse gas observation (this position)
1 PostDoc (Hereon, 24 months, 100%) biogeochemical modeling
1 PhD (AWI, 24 months, 100%) hydrodynamic modeling
This particular position will entail collecting and providing GHG flux and other data from the tidal Elbe River, in the surroundings of the Geesthacht weir and the German Bight, as well as being involved in the conceptual framework and dissemination material development. The position will be supervised by Dr Tina Sanders and Dr Holger Brix.
The position is limited to 2 1/2 years (30 months). Anticipated starting time for the position is as soon as possible.
Equal opportunity is an important part of our personnel policy. We would therefore strongly encourage qualified women to apply for the position. In principle, the full time position (39 h/week) is also sharable.
Essential qualifications:
Desirable qualifications:
The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts cutting-edge international research for a changing world: Around 1,000 employees contribute to the tackling of climate change, the sustainable use of the world's coastal systems and the resource-compatible enhancement of the quality of life. From fundamental research to practical applications, the interdisciplinary research spectrum covers a unique range.
The Institute of Carbon Cycles studies material and energy fluxes in coastal seas. Human interventions have been influencing carbon and associated matter cycles in coastal seas for centuries. How coastal seas can be used sustainably as a resource source as well as carbon storage plays a central role for the research at the institute.
Then we are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive application documents (cover letter, CV, transcripts, certificates etc.) indicating the reference number 2024/KC 3.
Severely disabled persons and those equaling severely disabled persons who are equally suitable for the position will be considered preferentially within the framework of legal requirements.
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