GFZ is Germany's national centre for solid Earth research. We advance the understanding of dynamic processes to address global challenges, from mitigating the impacts of natural hazards and sustaining our habitat amid global change to responsibly managing georesources. We are part of the Helmholtz Association, the largest German scientific organisation. With around 1,200 employees as well as ca. 500 guest researchers, we contribute to the Helmholtz Research Field Earth and Environment, aligning cutting-edge research with societal relevance and international collaboration. Our work integrates multidisciplinary studies across Earth's system components, leveraging advanced technologies and infrastructure to research solutions and to transfer our knowledge to society. We are doing this according to our vision: “Taking the pulse of our Earth to safeguard a habitable planet”.
For section 4.4 Hydrology (department "Geosystems”), we are looking for a:
Postdoctoral researcher (f_m_x) on glacier monitoring in Central Asia
Reference Number 10223
We are seeking a postdoctoral research scientist to work in the frame of the CAWa-Green project, which is the part of the “Green Central Asia” initiative of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany to Central Asia. The postdoctoral research scientist will focus on the monitoring and modelling of cryosphere (glaciers and snow) in the Central Asian region by using observations as well as globally available data (e.g. remote sensing, reanalysis, glacier inventories). By using modelling and monitoring approach (e.g. field work), (i) the assessment of climate impact on glaciers and snow in Central Asia, (ii) the assessment of glacier degradation in different parts of the region; and (iii) assessment of changes in snow accumulation and melt will be achieved. The expected outcomes should support the policy dialog in Central Asia by disseminating project results to regional water organizations.
Your responsibilities:
Your qualifications:
What we offer:
Start date: 1st May 2025
Fixed-term: 12 months
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.
Place of work: Potsdam
Have we piqued your interest?
If so, we look forward to receiving your application (incl. CV, motivation letter and certificates) by 30th March 2025. Please use our online application form only.
The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. We also promote an inclusive working environment in which everyone can fully develop their own talents. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer.
“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. We among others do this through our gender equality plan and the cascade model measures which we actively implement to enable sustainable equal opportunities in academic career paths. The GFZ thus committedly strives for gender equality in science, including in leadership positions, and strongly encourages women to apply.
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In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Dr. Abror Gafurov either via email or phone +49 (0)331-6264-1816 or Astrid Krahn or phone +49 (0)331-6264-1541. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.
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