Postdoctoral Researcher in Earth System Modelling

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Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland Universität Hamburg Vollzeit

Postdoctoral Researcher in Earth System Modelling

Institution Universität Hamburg, in collaboration with the International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling

Salary level

Start date Initial fixed term is three years.

Scope of work part-time

Weekly hours 65 % of standard work hours per week

The International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling (IMPRS-ESM) provides a structured, interdisciplinary, and international program for PhD students. The primary aim of our program is to deepen the understanding of Earth system processes and enhance predictive capabilities.

Why join the IMPRS-ESM?

  • Interdisciplinary focus: Addressing Earth system processes and dynamics at various temporal and spatial scales.
  • Comprehensive education: Opportunities for scientific training, skills development, and problem-solving.
  • Diverse research areas: Engage in numerical modeling, data analysis, statistical methods, and more within a unique scientific environment.

Your responsibilities

As a research associate, you will primarily engage in teaching and conducting research. There will also be opportunities to pursue further academic qualifications, particularly a doctoral dissertation, with dedicated time allocated for your own academic work.

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field is required.

We are looking for candidates with an excellent academic background, holding (or about to complete) an MSc degree or equivalent in fields such as physics, geophysical sciences, ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, political science, or related areas. A passion for Earth System research and a commitment to rigorous scientific work are essential.

We offer

  • Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • University pensions
  • Flexible working hours
  • Work-life balance opportunities
  • Health management
  • Educational leave
  • 30 days of vacation per annum
  • Access to excellent research facilities
  • Cross-disciplinary research in a vibrant, international scientific environment
  • First-class supervision and mentorship by a team of internationally renowned experts
  • Outstanding training in your scientific subject and transferable skills
  • A 3-year employment contract based on the German federal pay agreement

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is a leading research institution in Germany, dedicated to fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle global challenges. Our guiding principle is to innovate and cooperate for a sustainable future.

The Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) is a multidisciplinary center for climate and Earth system research, providing a highly international and interdisciplinary environment for scientific research.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.



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