WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF
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Postdoc on the Risks of Riverine Heatwaves in Hydrology and Climate Impacts WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF in Switzerland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Data Science
Funding
Postdoctoral position funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation project “Riverine heatwaves under climate change (RiHeat)”. Funding details such as salary are not stated in the post.
Country
Switzerland
University
WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF
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The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF (part of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL and the ETH Domain) is advertising a Postdoc on the risks of riverine heatwaves (f/m/d) in the group Hydrology and Climate Impacts in Mountain Regions in Davos, Switzerland, with collaboration opportunities at ETH Zurich.
The position is part of the SNSF-funded project “Riverine heatwaves under climate change (RiHeat)”. The project investigates hydro-climatic extremes in mountain regions, focusing on the occurrence, drivers, future changes, and risks of riverine heatwaves. The postdoc will assess risks for fish populations and energy production in the Central Alps under current and future climate conditions.
This opportunity is especially relevant for researchers in hydrology, environmental sciences, climate sciences, statistics, risk assessment, data science, and related fields. The group highlights expertise in water resources, extreme value analyses, statistical modelling, and climate impact assessments.
Applicants should hold a PhD and have strong programming skills in R or Python, solid statistical and risk-analysis skills, a good publication record, and excellent English communication skills. The role is interdisciplinary and international, and the work location is at SLF in Davos.
To apply, upload a cover letter, CV, degree certificate and transcript, and an example of scientific writing in English via the application portal. Email applications will not be considered. The post is open from spring 2027.
Funding details
Postdoctoral position funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation project “Riverine heatwaves under climate change (RiHeat)”. Funding details such as salary are not stated in the post.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in hydrology, environmental sciences, climate sciences, or a closely related field. Strong programming skills (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 and international environment.
How to apply
Upload the requested documents on the application webpage. Include a cover letter, CV, certificate and transcript of your highest degree earned, and an example of your own scientific writing in English. Do not apply by email.
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