Postdoc in the Development of a Methane Module for The Marine Environment of The German Bight

The Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) is a member of the Helmholtz Association (HGF) and funded by federal and state government. AWI focuses on polar and marine research in a variety of disciplines such as biology, oceanography, geology, geochemistry and geophysics thus allowing multidisciplinary approaches to scientific goals. - PostDoc in "The development of a Methane Module for the Marine Environment of the German Bight" (M/F/d) **Background** This work is part of the research project “Effect of Anthropogenic Modifications and Climate Change on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Along the River-Ocean Continuum” (AGRIO). The project investigates the transformation of organic matter into the greenhouse gases (GHG) carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane. Field observations and numerical models of the Elbe-North Sea system will be used to understand the GHG dynamics in the area. For our interdisciplinary and inter-institutional AGRIO team at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), Helmholtz Zentrum für Polar 1 PhD (UFZ, 36 months, 65%) in aquatic biogeochemistry 1 PostDoc (Hereon, 36 months, 100%) in greenhouse gas observation 1 PostDoc (Hereon, 36 months, 100%) in biogeochemical modeling 1 PostDoc (AWI, 24 months, 100%) in hydrodynamic-methane modeling (this position) **Your Tasks** - **Analysis of Existing GHG Data**: Collect and analyze existing data related to GHG dynamics and pathways in the German Bight, identifying key patterns and gaps. - ** Hydrodynamic Simulations**: Run and validate hydrodynamic simulations for the German Bight using the FESOM-C model, ensuring accurate representation of physical processes. - ** Development of Methane Module**: Elaborate and verify a methane module specifically for the German Bight, integrating it with the FESOM-C model to simulate methane dynamics accurately. - ** Impact Assessment**: Assess the impact of anthropogenic activities and climate change on GHG fate in the German Bight, using the validated model. - ** Strategy Development**: Develop strategies for mitigating GHG emissions based on model simulations and data analysis, aiming to balance ecological conservation with human development. - ** Documentation and Reporting**: Document all processes, methodologies, and findings, preparing detailed reports and publications to disseminate results to the scientific community. **Your Profile** - PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Oceanography, Physics or related fields - Strong background in coastal ocean modelling and data analysis - Open to interact with ecologists and field researchers measuring the GHGs - Good English knowledge (B2) - Strong motivation **Preferred Qualifications and skills** - Deep knowledge in numerical instruments applied in coastal ocean models and high-level programming skills **Further Information** This is a full-time position, limited to 2 years. It is also suitable for part-time employment. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level **13.** The place of employment will be **Bremerhaven**.** All postdocs will register with AWI's postdoc office **PROCEED** and thus gain access to a set of tailor-made career development tools. **The AWI is characterized by** - our scientific success - excellent research - collaboration and cooperation - intra-institute, national and international, interdisciplinary - opportunities to develop - on the job and towards other positions - an international environment - everyday contact with people from all over the world - flexible working hours - health promotion and company fitness with Hansefit and Wellhub - support services and a culture of reconciling work and family - occupational pension provision (VBL) Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present. AWI fosters work-family compatibility in various ways and has received several awards as a result of this commitment. And as a new international member of our team, you can be sure that we will help you settle in. **Our**Family Office** and**International Office** will be glad to support you**, even before you start at AWI. Reference number: 24/210/G/Bio-b