Postdoctoral Position in the Climate Extremes- Storyline "Heat and Health"

Poste

Temps plein

Durée déterminée

Postdoctoral

Science & Recherche

Modalités

Zürich, Zurich

100%

Exigences

Doctorat

Permis UE/AELE

Compétences

Stakeholder engagementNarrative developmentData AnalysisPublic HealthProject management softwareScientific Publication WritingInterdisziplinäre ForschungCollaborationClimate ResearchEnvironmental biologyBusiness Impact AnalysisClimate model data

Langues

Anglais

Allemand

Français

Description

The Postdoctoral Fellow for the Storyline -Heat and Health- will be affiliated with Prof. Sonia Seneviratne at ETH Zurich. The work will be conducted in close collaboration with the research groups of Prof. Johanna Ziegel (ETH Zurich) and Prof. Ana Vicedo-Cabrera (Uni Bern). The main responsibilities will be as follows:

Co-developing a vision for one climate extreme storyline for Switzerland (heat and health), in collaboration with NCCR CLIM+ researchers
Integrating cross-disciplinary research related to the storyline from several work packages, research groups and institutions of NCCR CLIM+, ranging from natural climate models to the analysis of impacts, adaptation and mitigation measures
Conducting interdisciplinary research at the interface between natural and social sciences and publishing results in scientific and applied journals
Initiating and actively promoting cross-cutting activities under the supervision of the storyline Lead PIs and Team of Directors, and involving NCCR CLIM+ members across all levels and stakeholders across different sectors
Interacting and managing contacts with public and private stakeholders involved in the storyline
Regularly exchanging with other storyline postdocs, two storyline coordinators, and the postdoc dedicated to stakeholder engagement at the NCCR CLIM+ Management Center.

Responsabilités

Co-developing a vision for one climate extreme storyline for Switzerland (heat and health), in collaboration with NCCR CLIM+ researchers
Integrating cross-disciplinary research related to the storyline from several work packages, research groups and institutions of NCCR CLIM+
Conducting interdisciplinary research at the interface between natural and social sciences and publishing results in scientific and applied journals
Initiating and actively promoting cross-cutting activities under the supervision of the storyline Lead PIs and Team of Directors
Interacting and managing contacts with public and private stakeholders involved in the storyline
Regularly exchanging with other storyline postdocs, two storyline coordinators, and the postdoc dedicated to stakeholder engagement at the NCCR CLIM+ Management Center

Exigences

PhD in climate science, environmental science, environmental epidemiology, public health or a related field
Interest and experience in studying the relation between heat and health, climate extremes and society
Experience in research coordination, science integration, policy development and/or stakeholder engagement is a plus
Integrative personality with interest in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary work at the interface of climate science, social science and health
Knowledge of the landscape of stakeholders in Switzerland related to heat and health
Ability to speak the language of different scientific disciplines and of stakeholders
Sense of responsibility, quick learner, ability to take initiative, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, team player
Curious, creative and tolerant to uncertainty as the storyline needs to be defined and further developed over time
Excellent command of English; knowledge of German and/or French is of strong advantage (written and spoken)

Avantages

A job with impact: NCCR CLIM+ supports your professional development and contributes to positive change in society
Flexible working conditions in an inspiring, international research environment
Varied tasks at the interface of science, policy and society
An engaged and supportive team
Conferences, workshops and training opportunities
Opportunities to expand your network and gain valuable experience in academic leadership and project development

Entreprise

ETH Zurich

Education

ETH Zurich is one of the world-s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

Contact

Dr. Petra Sieber