德国亥姆霍兹地球科学中心博士后职位—中亚冰川监测

德国亥姆霍兹地球科学中心博士后职位—中亚冰川监测

Postdoctoral researcher (f_m_x) on glacier monitoring in Central Asia

Employer

GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences

Location

Potsdam

Closing date

30 Mar 2025

Job Details

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Job description:

GFZ is Germany's national centre for solid Earth research. We advance the understanding of dynamic processes to address global challenges, from mitigating the impacts of natural hazards and sustaining our habitat amid global change to responsibly managing georesources. We are part of the Helmholtz Association, the largest German scientific organisation. With around 1,200 employees as well as ca. 500 guest researchers, we contribute to the Helmholtz Research Field Earth and Environment, aligning cutting-edge research with societal relevance and international collaboration. Our work integrates multidisciplinary studies across Earth's system components, leveraging advanced technologies and infrastructure to research solutions and to transfer our knowledge to society. We are doing this according to our vision: “Taking the pulse of our Earth to safeguard a habitable planet”.

For section 4.4 Hydrology (department "Geosystems”), we are looking for a: Reference Number 10223

We are seeking a postdoctoral research scientist to work in the frame of the CAWa-Green project, which is the part of the “Green Central Asia” initiative of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany to Central Asia. The postdoctoral research scientist will focus on the monitoring and modelling of cryosphere (glaciers and snow) in the Central Asian region by using observations as well as globally available data (e.g. remote sensing, reanalysis, glacier inventories). By using modelling and monitoring approach (e.g. field work), (i) the assessment of climate impact on glaciers and snow in Central Asia, (ii) the assessment of glacier degradation in different parts of the region; and (iii) assessment of  changes in snow accumulation and melt will be achieved. The expected outcomes should support the policy dialog in Central Asia by disseminating project results to regional water organizations.

Your responsibilities:

Glaciological modelling using observed and remote sensing data

Climate impact assessment on the cryosphere of Central Asia

Organization and participation at glacier expeditions in Central Asia

Contribution in the development of policy briefs using the modelling results

Presentation of results at scientific meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals

Compiling operational project reports and deliverables

Publication of project results in scientific journals

Your qualifications:

Master's degree (or equivalent) and PhD in hydrology, cryosphere, glaciology, data sciences, or in a related field

Advanced expertise in spatial data analysis, assimilation methods for Earth science applications

Expertise in the field of glaciology and glaciological modelling

Demonstrated expertise on remote sensing data applications is an asset

Practical programming skills

Demonstrated capacity for international teamwork, and excellent communication skills

Creative and critical thinking and the ability to publish, demonstrated by a record of original and innovative publications

Proficiency in spoken and written English, knowledge of Russian language will be an asset

Knowledge in hydrological modelling will be an asset

What we offer:

Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment

State-of-the-art equipment

Public service benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre

Flexible working hours and conditions

Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work

Institute day-care centre on site

Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam

Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

Start date: 1st May 2025

Fixed-term: 12 months

Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.

Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.

Place of work: Potsdam Have we piqued your interest?If so, we look forward to receiving your application (incl. CV, motivation letter and certificates) by 30th March 2025. Please use our online application form only.

The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. We also promote an inclusive working environment in which everyone can fully develop their own talents. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX.  In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer.

“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. We among others do this through our gender equality plan and the cascade model measures which we actively implement to enable sustainable equal opportunities in academic career paths. The GFZ thus committedly strives for gender equality in science, including in leadership positions, and strongly encourages women to apply.

Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of conducting the selection procedure on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 b, Art. 88 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Data Protection Act for the State of Brandenburg. After completion of the procedure, application documents will be deleted in compliance with data protection regulations.

In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Dr. Abror Gafurov either via email or phone +49 (0)331-6264-1816 or Astrid Krahn or phone +49 (0)331-6264-1541. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

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