The department of Biogeochemical Signals (BSI) at Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry is looking for a postdoc candidate in Biosphere Modelling to start by 01.09.2020, full time limited in time 31.08.2021.
About the position:
- synthesise existing data-bases and literature to describe the variation of phosphorus availability and cycling across the tropics
- work with the QUINCY modelling team to link process-based and empirical insights to representations in biogeochemical models
- assess the control of P availability on decadal projections of tropical carbon cycle and storage using biogeochemical models
- lead and contribute to publications in international scientific journals and represent the research group in national and international meetings
Qualifications:
- Applicant must hold PhD degree in a quantitative natural science (e.g. geo-ecology, environmental science, biology, or applied mathematics)
- Profound knowledge of carbon-phosphorus dynamics and tropical ecology, as well as ecosystem modelling, and global biogeochemistry
- Very good analytical and programming skills and demonstrated ability to write publications in scientific journals, preferably in the field of soil and plant sciences
- Applicant must possess very good communication and organisational skills and good knowledge of English
Applications:
Applications including a letter of interest, CV, and the names and contact information of two references to Dr. Sönke Zaehle ([email protected])
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| Organization | Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry |
| Country | Germany |
| Fellowship Level | Postdoctoral |
| Subject areas | Geo-Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Applied Mathematics |
| Fellowship amount | Varies |
| Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
| Deadline | 31st May 2020 |
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