The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam – GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is the national research centre for Earth sciences in Germany. With approx. 1,260 employees (including visiting scientists), the GFZ is conducting interdisciplinary research on the “System Earth” and the influence of humans on the planet. As a member of the Helmholtz Association, it is part of Germany’s largest science organization.
Section 1.3 "Earth System-Modelling" at GFZ searches for a postdoc candidate to work in the project "Advanced Earth System Modelling Capacity (ESM)". The ESM project comprises eight members of the Helmholtz Association and aims to exceed the current standards of Earth system modelling. Section 1.3 is engaged in providing a high resolution surface-deformation module for coupling to further earth system model compartments like cryosphere and ocean as well as for reducing geodetic observables for surface-load deformations.
Salary: This position has been assessed as being salary group 13 according to "TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)". The salary group will be determined by the conditions of the collective wage agreement and the appropriate personal qualifications.
Working hours: full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is, in principle, suitable for part-time employment.
Please submit your application by 10th May 2019 using the "Apply" button.