PostDoc position ‘Hydrodynamics and matter transport in non-tidal estuaries and lagoons’

Job posting(Phy 10/2024)

The Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW) is offering a

Scientist position on the topic ‘Hydrodynamics and matter transport in non-tidal estuaries and lagoons’

to be filled from April 1, 2025, to November 30, 2027. Remuneration is paid in accordance with the TV-L salary scale, level EG 13. The position can be filled on a flexible part-time basis (minimum 32 hours/week) or full-time (40 hours/week). This is a Post-Doctoral position.

Female applicants are given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.

Who are we?

The IOW is an independent research institute of the Leibniz Association for which equal opportunities, family friendliness and work-life balance are very important. Our research focus is on the coastal and marginal seas, especially the Baltic Sea. The staff of the four sections Physical Oceanography and Instrumentation, Marine Chemistry, Biological Oceanography and Marine Geology works interdisciplinary within a joint research programme. The Working Group “Estuarine and Coastal Ocean Processes (ECOP)” within the Physical Oceanography section is focussing on process-oriented understanding of coastal ocean dynamics.

What will be your tasks?

The position focusses on hydrodynamics and matter transport in non-tidal estuaries and lagoons as part of the DAM-CoastalFutures II and DAM-PrimePrevention projects. The work involves high-resolution numerical hydrodynamic modelling of the entire Bodden coast as well as of selected estuaries and other coastal areas. The focus will be process-based quantification of transport and mixing processes in these complex shallow regions. The model output will be used also for Eulerian and Lagrangian transport simulations as for example of microplastic and planktonic organisms. The primary geographic focus will be the Baltic Sea and German coastal waters. We expect the successful candidate to actively publish and participate in conferences and workshops.

What do we expect from you?

A strong academic background in Physical Oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field is mandatory (Master’s/Diploma with at least a good grade). A completed or nearly completed PhD in one of these fields is required. Doctorate must be completed by the time of hiring. Excellent proficiency in English and a basic knowledge of German are mandatory.

Important selection criteria are:

• A good international publication record (relative to the professional career) in relevant topics
• Experience in numerical modelling of tidal and non-tidal costal ocean dynamics
• Experience in process-oriented interpretation of observational and model data, and knowledge in programming languages (FORTRAN, Python) and super-computing systems
• Experience in handling, extracting and processing of large datasets resulting from model simulations
• Research experience in coastal and marine systems, the ability to work independently as well as within a team, and scientific writing and reporting skills
• Experience in teaching and supervision of students

What does the IOW offer?

The IOW offers you a varied workplace in the immediate vicinity of the Baltic Sea (Work at sea) with flexible working arrangements, e.g. the possibility of working from home or remotely. A very good infrastructure with modern laboratory and office equipment, including on our own research vessel, form the framework for the best working conditions.

How do we promote equal opportunities?

Our job offers are aimed at all people regardless of their gender. Research benefits from a diverse working environment, which is why we have signed the Diversity Charter.

IOW aims to specifically promote women in areas where they are underrepresented. For this purpose, the institute has given itself a plan to promote equality (plan for the equal opportunities committee at the IOW) and has repeatedly been awarded the Total E-Quality award for its commitment (website TOTAL E-QUALITY e. V.). You can find an overview of our measures for equal opportunities and for improving the compatibility of work and family on our website.

We give preference to applications from disabled persons with equal professional and personal suitability. Please mention the disability or equality in your letter of application and enclose a copy of the relevant certificate.

How to apply?

Please send us your application documents with cover letter, CV, copies of your transcripts, description of relevant activities and experiences as well as certificates or references.

We look forward to receiving your application, quoting the
keyword: Phy 10/2024by October 6, 2024
to: bewerbung(at)io-warnemuende.de

or

Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde
Human Resources Department
Seestraße 15
18119 Rostock
Germany

The interviews are expected to take place on October 14, 2024.
Unfortunately, we cannot cover your application and travel costs.

For further information, please contact:

Prof. Dr. Hans Burchard (hans.burchard(at)io-warnemuende.de)
Prof. Dr. Gerald Schernewski (gerald.schernewski(at)io-warnemuende.de)