Post-doctoral Position in Agricultural Climate Impact Research
The University of Hamburg invites applications for a Post-doctoral candidate position to contribute to the model-based assessment of climate impacts on the agricultural sector.
Employer: University of Hamburg
Work Location: Research Unit Sustainability and Climate Change, University of Hamburg, Germany
Planned Start Date: April-October 2025
Funding Duration: 2 years
Position Overview
The successful candidates will contribute to model-based assessments of climate impacts on the agricultural sector, including the evaluation of adaptation options. This innovative research project focuses on:
- Assessing climate change impacts on agricultural systems
- Investigating sustainable and climate-efficient production methods
- Studying regions in Northern Germany, Namibia, other SADC countries, and Brazil
Key Responsibilities
- Familiarize with and utilize the biophysical model EPIC (or equivalent alternative)
- Prepare soil and climate data for model parameters using script-based methods
- Research current crop management options and potential adaptations
- Validate model results to available reference situations
- Analyze scenarios to explore the impacts of climate change and management adaptation on crop yields, water, carbon, and nutrient balances
- Disseminate findings through impactful presentations and scholarly publications
Your Profile
- Strong interest in applied research related to sustainability and adaptation of global food systems.
- A PhD in agricultural or environmental sciences (e.g., environmental sciences, geoecology, agronomy, geography, or a related field).
- Specialized knowledge or professional experience in modeling.
- Proficiency in programming (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB).
- Experience in managing and analyzing large datasets.
- Strong analytical skills with an ability for logical reasoning and mathematical thinking.
- Team player with a willingness to collaborate across disciplines.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Good knowledge of German is an advantage.
We Offer
- Collaboration in a challenging and interdisciplinary research project.
- Membership in an international and socially engaged research team.
- Engagement with socially relevant sustainability topics.
- Secure remuneration according to collective agreements.
- Professional development and further training opportunities.
- Company pension scheme.
- An attractive workplace location with flexible working hours.
- Support for work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health management.
- 30 days of vacation per year.
This research role will be carried out in close collaboration with project partners.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted starting immediately (January 24, 2025) until the position is filled. The position can begin as early as April 1, 2025, but no later than October 31, 2025. To apply, please send your application, including the following documents, to Prof. Dr. Uwe Schneider via applications-sustainability.cen"AT"uni-hamburg.de:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Two reference contacts
We look forward to receiving your application and the possibility of you joining our team to advance sustainable solutions in agriculture!