Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL
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Postdoc in Risks of Riverine Heatwaves and Climate Change Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL in Switzerland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Postdoctoral full-time temporary position funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation project RiHeat. The post is for one position and is based at SLF in Davos, with collaboration opportunities at ETH Zurich. No stipend amount is stated.
Deadline
Jan 7, 2027
Country
Switzerland
University
Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL

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Postdoc opportunity in riverine heatwaves, hydrology, climate change, and environmental science at the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL (SLF), Davos, Switzerland.
The Hydrology and Climate Impacts in Mountain Regions group at the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF and the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich is seeking a Postdoc on the risks of riverine heatwaves (f/m/d) starting from spring 2027. The project, Riverine heatwaves under climate change (RiHeat), is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation.
The research focuses on assessing the risks of anomalously high river water temperatures for fish populations and energy production in the Central Alps under current and future climate conditions. The work involves hydro-climatic extreme events, water resources, extreme value analyses, statistical modelling, climate impact assessments, and interdisciplinary risk assessment.
Applicants should hold a PhD in hydrology, environmental sciences, climate sciences, or a closely related field. Strong skills in R or Python programming, statistics, risk assessments, and data science are required. A strong publication record for career stage and excellent English communication skills are expected. The role is full-time and temporary, with the work location at SLF in Davos and possible collaboration with ETH Zurich.
To apply, upload a cover letter, CV, certificate and transcript of your highest degree, and an example of your own scientific writing in English via the application webpage. Email applications will not be considered. The application deadline is 7 January 2027.
Funding details
Postdoctoral full-time temporary position funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation project RiHeat. The post is for one position and is based at SLF in Davos, with collaboration opportunities at ETH Zurich. No stipend amount is stated.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in hydrology, environmental sciences, climate sciences, or a closely related field. Strong skills in programming (e.g. R or Python), statistics, risk assessments, and data science are required. A good publication record appropriate to career stage is expected, along with research interests in climate change and hydrology. Very good oral and written English communication skills are required, and candidates should be motivated to work in an interdisciplinary, international environment.
How to apply
Apply by uploading the requested documents on the employer’s webpage. Include a cover letter, CV, certificate and transcript of your highest degree, and an example of your own scientific writing in English. Applications by email will not be considered.
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