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Ugur Ozturk

10 months ago

Postdoctoral Positions in Earth Sciences, Geography, and Astronomy for Female Researchers at University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria

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Postdoc

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Environmental Science

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The position is a 4-year postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Vienna, offering substantial intellectual freedom, mentorship, and support for building a research profile and applying for external grants. Specific details on salary, stipend, or tuition coverage are not provided.

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Universität Wien

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Geography
Astronomy
Earth Science
Gender Diversity
Landslide
Earth Sciences
Disasters
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Natural Hazards
Social Changes

About this position

The University of Vienna is offering twenty 4-year postdoctoral positions for female researchers through the ESTEEM Programme, with opportunities in the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy. The positions are designed for independent, high-impact research and provide substantial intellectual freedom, close mentorship, and support for building a strong research profile. The Department of Geography and Regional Research, under the supervision of Prof. Ugur Ozturk and Prof. Kerstin Krellenberg, is seeking candidates interested in exploring how past disasters shape societies, with a focus on natural hazards, landslides, and flash floods. The research environment is highly collaborative, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to gender diversity and increasing the number of women in scientific roles.

The Faculty covers a broad range of topics including Earth sciences, geography, astronomy, and the interaction between the environment and human societies. Postdoctoral fellows will have the opportunity to develop their own research agenda, participate in interdisciplinary projects, and receive guidance in applying for prestigious external research grants. The faculty hosts several international departments and provides access to advanced research infrastructure and support services.

Applicants must be female postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in a relevant field such as Earth Sciences, Geography, Astronomy, or related disciplines. Experience in research on natural hazards, disasters, or societal impacts is desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong motivation, the ability to work independently, and a willingness to collaborate and apply for external funding. Proficiency in English is required. The application deadline is mid-March, and interested candidates should visit the ESTEEM Programme website to select their preferred faculty and department and follow the application instructions.

This is an excellent opportunity for female researchers to advance their careers in a supportive and diverse academic environment, with mentorship from leading academics and the chance to contribute to impactful research on the interaction between natural disasters and societies.

Funding details

The position is a 4-year postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Vienna, offering substantial intellectual freedom, mentorship, and support for building a research profile and applying for external grants. Specific details on salary, stipend, or tuition coverage are not provided.

What's required

Applicants must be female postdoctoral researchers interested in conducting independent research. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field such as Earth Sciences, Geography, Astronomy, or related disciplines. Experience in research on natural hazards, disasters, or societal impacts is desirable. Strong motivation, ability to develop an independent research agenda, and willingness to collaborate and apply for external grants are expected. Proficiency in English is required.

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