Postdoc in Isotope Biogeochemistry

Postdoc in Isotope Biogeochemistry (80-100% fixed-term) in Bern.

• Continue development of a flask sampling system for isotopic measurements of N2O from background sites, including testing at the Jungfraujoch.
• Measurement of N2O isotopic composition in flask samples from Jungfraujoch and other sites using the "RAPTOR-QCLAS" system.
• Collaboration with Swiss and international research groups to improve the N2O isotopic record from preindustrial to present day, with a focus on calibration traceability.
• Data management and documentation of processes.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences, contribute to project meetings and reports, and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.

• PhD degree in Climate Science, Chemistry, Physics or a related field.
• Strong skills in analytics and measurement techniques, particularly spectroscopic and IRMS measurements of trace gases.
• Proficiency in programming, particularly with Python or R.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Chance to work in a major European project and develop skills in both measurement techniques and data analysis.
• Strong research infrastructure and international network.
• Collaborative environment and ambitious team.
• International reputation.

Your annual gross salary for the year 2025 amounts to 91'215 Swiss francs for full‑time employment, including the 13th month salary.

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Please send your application—including motivation letter, CV, and contact details for two referees—as a single PDF. We will begin assessing applications on 20.06.2026.